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Button poetry contest is a writing contest organized by Button poetry, an online magazine geared and committed to developing a coherent and effective

Button Poetry Contest 2021

Button poetry contest is a writing contest organized by Button poetry, an online magazine geared and  committed to developing a coherent and effective system of production, distribution, promotion and fundraising for performance poetry.

Button Poetry produces and distributes poetry media, including: video from local and national events, chapbooks, collaborative audio recordings, scholarship and criticism, and many other products.

The annual Button poetry contest was announced open for "Button Poetry Video Contest" and "Button Poetry Chapbook Contest"

According to Button Poetry,

There are so many ways to record and present poetry, and we want to continue giving people around the world the chance to step up on the digital stage and share their work.

We are looking for brave work that crosses borders or effaces them completely, work that enters into larger social conversations, work that lives in the world, work with a strong, unique voice and palpable energy.

Former Finalists And Winners Of Button Poetry Contest 2020

Submission Guidelines For Button Poetry Contest

Button Poetry Video Contest

Submissions open on July 21st, 2021 and closes on August 31st, 2021 at 11:59PM PST (US Time Zone).

Prize: The winner’s video along with multiple runners-up will be featured across Button’s social media. The winner will receive a $500 honorarium. Additional entries may also be recognized and published.

ENTRY FEE:  The following are to be paid based in age rank

• $8 per submission  
• $6 per submission for Young Writers (ages 18-21) and International Entrants (outside the U.S.)

Please, only one video per submission. Multiple submissions are welcome.

All entrants will receive 20% off any purchase from the Button Website.

Eligibility Requirements For The Button Poetry Video Contest

Age: You must be 18 years or older to enter (sorry!). 

Language: We welcome any poetry performance or poetry short film in any language, as long as non-English videos come with English subtitles.

Previous Publication: Videos that have been previously published elsewhere are eligible, with the understanding that any selected video may need to be taken down from other locations on the internet.

 Rules To Be Adhered To

Video Length: Videos must be 1-4 minutes in length. 

File Size: File size may not exceed 1GB. 

Submission Format: Videos must be submitted using the submission manager on this page. Most common video file-types are accepted. 

Rights: You MUST own the complete, transferable rights to ALL elements of the submission. This includes but is not limited to text, audio, video, and images. 

Collaborative Poems: Collaborative poems are fine!

Video Quantity: Only one video per submission. Multiple submissions are welcomed.

 Please note that submissions which do not meet these rules may be disqualified.

Button Poetry Video Contest Process

Judges: Members of the Button Poetry staff and a carefully selected group of artists and judges will review all submissions to determine the winner, runners up, honorable mentions, and any other videos we may be interested in running.

Notices: You will be notified of your submission status as the contest progress, via email to the address you used to make your submission(s) with. This will be done on a rolling basis as we move through the stages of the contest.

Timeline: The duration of judging will depend on the quantity of entries we receive, so we’ll keep folks posted on our social media about the contest. Please expect it to take at least a few months, however, as we want to give your submissions the attention they deserve!

Honorable Mentions: If you would like to be considered as an honorable mention in the following categories, please note your eligibility in your submission form.

 Categories include: International Entry (outside the United States) and Young Writers (ages 18-21).

Any complaint should be  emailed to: contest@buttonpoetry.com 

 Things to consider when submitting for this ection of Button Poetry Contest:

Contact Email: The email address and name you use for your submission are what we will use to contact you. This is how we will let you know the status of your submission as the contest progresses. 

Video Quality: While video and audio quality will be one factor in the judging process, the quality of the poem and performance themselves will be weighted much more heavily. That said, if possible, please use high-quality audio and video.

 Tip: If you’re filming this yourself on a smartphone or similar, then try to do it inside, somewhere that’s well-lit, and without background noise. Consider turning your phone horizontal while filming!

Tip: If you’re using a video of a live performance, like an open mic or slam, take care with the audio. Try to be closer to the performer so they can still be heard over the audience

Button PoetryChapbook contest

Button Poetry Chapbook contest will open for submissions Fall/Winter 2021 (typically November/December).

Each year Button accepts full-length manuscripts from aspiring and accomplished poets from all over. Winning manuscripts become beautiful chapbooks, published by Button Poetry. In addition, winners receive 50 free author copies, and a $500 honorarium.

To submit: Go To Submittable