Two Sylvias Press

07/28/2024

🔥 🔥 Hurry!! ONE MORE DAY to JOIN US for an EVENING with JANE HIRSHFIELD! 🔥 🔥 AND Unlock Your Year of Creativity with Two Sylvias Press and the WEEKLY MUSE 🚀

For just $198/year or $18.99/month, you receive a YEAR of Zoom classes and salons with accomplished poets. Whether you join live or catch up with recorded sessions, these sessions will inspire you and help you keep poetry a priority! Sign up here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

Sign up now to register for JANE HIRSHFIELD! It's NOT TOO LATE!

🌟 What You'll ALSO Get for ALONG with a YEAR of Zoom Poetry Class:

📬 Weekly Access: Two Sylvias Weekly Muse, our renowned publication, delivered straight to your inbox every week.
✍️ 104 Prompts: Spark your creativity with unique and engaging writing prompts.
📝 52 Writing Exercises: Hone your craft with targeted exercises.
📓 52 Journal Exercises: Dive deep into your thoughts and ideas.
📮 364 Submission Opportunities: On average, find places to submit your work each week.
📚 104 Intros & Outros: Packed with valuable information to guide your journey.
🎤 26 Interviews: Gain insights from successful poets and tips for your poems.
❓ 26 Q&A Sessions: Get your burning questions answered by editors of Two Sylvias Press.
🌐 Online Forum: Share your poems, successes, and receive support from our community. We’ll also highlight your achievements!

Join us and transform your writing journey with Two Sylvias Press. Your year of creativity and inspiration starts here! https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe
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Don't just take our word for it, here's a testimonial from a paid subscriber:

"Joining Two Sylvias Weekly Muse was a game-changer. The Zoom classes, packed with incredible insights, alone was worth it. But then getting weekly prompts and places to submit each Sunday? That's just gravy! I've connected with a community of poets and have published more poems based on Two Sylvias weekly suggestions! This is must for anyone serious about poetry! I really can't believe I get all of this for $198 a year. I pay and forget about it then watch my poetry world flourish--I mean, it's an yearly investment in my work."
— Alex T, Poet and Paid Subscriber

Sign up today: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

07/20/2024

LAST CALL to be part of the Live ZOOM Event with Jane Hirshfield!

This is an exclusive Zoom Craft Talk & Q&A only for paid subscribers of Two Sylvias Weekly Muse on Substack where you'll also receive WEEKLY poetry prompts, places to submit and MORE to keep you inspired!

Sign Up For Either MONTHLY or YEARLY Here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

***Also, if you can't make the reading in-person, paid subscribers of the WEEKLY MUSE will have access to the recording the following week!

Note: Zoom registration link will come in the Weekly Muse welcome letter, plus a special extra gift-- a recorded Zoom class with Jane Wong which will teach. you a new and incredibly inventive way to write poems if you sign up today!: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...

07/02/2024

🔥 SPECIAL JULY ZOOM EVENT ALERT:

Join us in July for an unforgettable evening with JANE HIRSHFIELD! This is an exclusive Zoom Craft Talk & Q&A only for paid subscribers of Two Sylvias Weekly Muse Substack Newsletter (that's WAY more than a newsletter!)
Sign Up For Either MONTHLY or YEARLY Here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

***Also, if you can't make the reading in-person, paid subscribers of the WEEKLY MUSE will have access to the recording the following week!
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For less than $20 a month, you get a FULL YEAR of the WEEKLY MUSE:

What You Get with The Weekly Muse:
📚 Zoom Classes with Award-Winning Poets
📝 WEEKLY Poetry Prompts AND Writing Prompts
📋 Lists of Places to Publish Your Work
🎤 Interviews with Poets Publishing Today
📖 Publishing and Craft Tips
🎉 Your Poems & Successes Shared with Our Readers
🌐 A PRIVATE and Nurturing Online Community
✉️ Access to Editors Who Will Answer Your Writing and Publishing Questions
✨ And SO MUCH MORE!

(Opt for the yearly rate to get an even bigger discount and ensure you don’t miss any incredible classes!)

Sign Up Here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/
With The Weekly Muse, every Sunday brings new inspiration! Plus, look forward to exciting Zoom classes!

🌞 And if you sign up TODAY and not only will you join Jane Hirshfield (Zoom registration link in your welcome letter!) but also receive a recording of award-winning poet & memoirist Jane Wong's most talked-about class, teaching you to write a poem in the most surprising and innovative way sent DIRECTLY to your inbox! Take a poetry class today!

Don’t just dream about writing more – make it a reality!
The Weekly Muse is perfect for poets at all stages, from beginners to published authors.

🚀 Make 2024 a year to remember. Start your journey towards a summer filled with poetry, growth, and connection. Find out what others have already been benefiting from by becoming a paid subscriber to the Weekly Muse: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

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And don't just take our word for it!

Testimonials from Weekly Muse Paid Subscribers:
"The Weekly Muse has become an integral part of my writing routine. I can't emphasize enough the benefits of committing for the year. The consistent support, resources, and community have been invaluable. If you really care about your poetry, get the yearly subscription."
~ Fatima Z., Poet and Weekly Muse Subscriber

"I've spent more on a bottle of wine that didn't last the night than I did on a month of The Weekly Muse. And guess which one enriched my life more? This isn't just another subscription—it's a true investment in my poetry life. Wish I'd discovered it sooner!"
~ Tyler M., Regretful Sommelier and Thrilled Muse Subscriber

"Switching from a monthly to a yearly subscription was a no-brainer after attending the Zoom event with Maggie Smith. That single experience was worth the annual fee alone. Everything else I receive now just feels like an added bonus!"
~ Riley M., Poet, Educator, and Muse Subscriber

Join us so not to miss out any longer!: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...

06/23/2024

🌟🌟 POETS & POETRY LOVERS!-- We are SO HONORED to bring you an evening on Zoom with Jane Hirshfield!

Join us in July for an unforgettable evening with JANE HIRSHFIELD AND kick off your summer of writing!

For less than $20 a month (you can pay monthly or yearly), you not only get an evening with Jane Hirshfield, but also a YEAR of keeping poetry as your priority with new Zoom classes and the Weekly Muse in your inbox EVERY Sunday with WEEKLY poetry prompts, to publishing, writing exercises, journal exercises, list of places to publish your work, interviews with celebrated poets, an online community to support you, and SO MUCH MORE!

🌟 🌟 All you have to do is become a paid subscriber here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

(And if you can't attend, no worries--they are all recorded so you can watch at a later date!)

📅 Sign up for a full year for the cheapest rate and to make sure to be part of all of our upcoming Zoom classes at no extra charge including:

📚 Danusha Laméris leading a Poetry Workshop
🎉 Conversation & Workshop with Lena Khalaf Tuffaha
📚 Poetry Collaboration with Melissa Studdard and Kelli Russell Agodon
🎉 Gloria Burgess on Writing Children’s Books!

🏆 Plus, we have a surprise—we will be announcing our 2025 list in the fall for paid subscribers only! And we continue to add incredible poets to this list!

Don’t just dream about improving your poetry life– make it a reality! The Weekly Muse is tailored for poets at all stages, from beginners to published authors.

🌞 🌟 AND Sign up TODAY and not only do you receive an evening with Jane Hirshfield (Zoom registration link will arrive in your welcome letter!) but also the recording of award-winning poet & memoirist Jane Wong’s most talked about class where she will teach you to write a poem in the most surprising and innovative way! Sign up and both will be sent IMMEDIATELY to you in your inbox!

🚀 Let’s write more poems together and be simplify and prioritize our writing lives! Become a paid subscriber to the WEEKLY MUSE and start your journey towards a summer filled with poetry, growth, and connection: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

And don't just take our word for it! Testimonials from Weekly Muse Paid Subscribers:

"The Weekly Muse has become an integral part of my writing routine. I can't emphasize enough the benefits of committing for the year. The consistent support, resources, and community have been invaluable. If you really care about your poetry, get the yearly subscription."
~ Fatima Z., Poet and Weekly Muse Subscriber

"I've spent more on a bottle of wine that didn't last the night than I did on a month of The Weekly Muse. And guess which one enriched my life more? This isn't just another subscription—it's a true investment in my poetry life. Wish I'd discovered it sooner!"
~ Tyler M., Regretful Sommelier and Thrilled Muse Subscriber

"Switching from a monthly to a yearly subscription was a no-brainer after attending the Zoom event with Maggie Smith. That single experience was worth the annual fee alone. Everything else I receive now just feels like an added bonus!"
~ Riley M., Poet, Educator, and Muse Subscriber

We look forward to helping you reach your goals as a poet too! Don't miss out any longer! https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...

06/20/2024

🌟 POETS--LAST CALL to sign up for JULY Online Poetry Retreat! 🌟

Ready to make the most of your summer writing poems? Don't miss out on our exclusive JULY session featuring renowned guest poets Diane Seuss, Traci Brimhall, January Gill O'Neil, and Jennifer K. Sweeney. They will provide personalized feedback on one of your newly written poems at the end of the retreat!

📬 How It Works:

Receive inspiring poetry prompts, exercises, and example poems straight to your email.
All you need is an email and the passion to create!

📅 Session Dates:
July 1st - July 28th (July Session)
August 5th - September 1st (August Session)
October 7th - November 3rd (October Session)

Choose the session that best fits your schedule and sign up! Space is limited!

🔗 Register now at:
https://twosylviaspress.com/online-poetry-retreat.html

Let your creativity soar this summer! ✨✍️ And write so many news poems!

06/06/2024

Now Available: HORNS by Tiffany Midge (Winner of the Wilder Poetry Book Prize)!

Tiffany Midge is a citizen of the Standing Rock Sioux Nation and was raised by wolves in the Pacific Northwest. Her work has appeared in "The New Yorker," "The Brooklyn Rail," "First American Art Magazine," "World Literature Today," "McSweeney’s," and more. Midge’s previous poetry collection "The Woman Who Married a Bear" won the Kenyon Review Earthworks Indigenous Poetry Prize and a Western Heritage Award. Her books of essays include "Bury My Heart at Chuck E. Cheese’s" (Washington State Book Award finalist), and "The Dreamcatcher in the Wry" (forthcoming). Midge is a columnist for High Country News and aspires to be the Distinguished Writer in Residence for Seattle’s Space Needle.

“Tiffany Midge’s HORNS is a comedic romp and a razor-edged burlesque, with seriousness in its bones. Midge’s cast of characters, drawn from pop culture, history, and literature in equal measure, is epic, from the Maiden on the Land O’Lakes Butter Box to Martha Stewart to Co**se Bride, the Girl Scouts of America to Satan himself. Her structures are as abundant as her performers. There are lists, outlines, contemporary ghazals and sonnets, interviews, statistical round-ups, and marriage vows. There’s nuance, too, and spot-on moments of lyricism: ‘Her dresses, hung in the closet like sides of beef,’ she writes in one poem. And at the end of ‘Matrimonial Vows for Cannibals:’ ‘I will savor your brain for last, that soft, sweet rind, / your edible, desirable, loveable mind.’ True to its title, Horns is sharp, dangerous, and melodic, a collection that resonates with joyous critique.” —Diane Seuss, author of "frank: sonnets" and "Modern Poetry"

Click here for purchasing information for HORNS: https://twosylviaspress.com/horns.html

06/02/2024

🌟 🌟 Ignite Your Poetic Summer with The Weekly Muse! 🌟 🌟

Join us for an unforgettable evening with JANE HIRSHFIELD in JULY and kick off your summer of writing!

For less than $20 a month, you receive A YEAR of Zoom classes and WEEKLY poetry prompts, a list places to publish your work, interviews with celebrated poets, and SO MUCH MORE! https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

With The Weekly Muse, every Sunday becomes a source of inspiration! And there's always a new Zoom class to look forward to!

🌞 Sign up TODAY and not only do you receive an evening with Jane Hirshfield (Zoom registration link will arrive in your welcome letter!) but also the recording of award-winning poet & memoirist Jane Wong and her most talked about class where she will teach you to write a poem in the most surprising and innovative way!

Don’t just dream about writing more – make it a reality! The Weekly Muse is tailored for poets at all stages, from beginners to published authors. And we even have a private Facebook group for you to share your poems and successes!

🚀 Let’s make 2024 a year to remember. Become a paid subscriber and start your journey towards a summer filled with poetry, growth, and connection: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

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And don't just take our word for it! Testimonials from Weekly Muse Paid Subscribers:

"The Weekly Muse has become an integral part of my writing routine. I can't emphasize enough the benefits of committing for the year. The consistent support, resources, and community have been invaluable. If you really care about your poetry, get the yearly subscription."
~ Fatima Z., Poet and Weekly Muse Subscriber

"I've spent more on a bottle of wine that didn't last the night than I did on a month of The Weekly Muse. And guess which one enriched my life more? This isn't just another subscription—it's a true investment in my poetry life. Wish I'd discovered it sooner!"
~ Tyler M., Regretful Sommelier and Thrilled Muse Subscriber

"Switching from a monthly to a yearly subscription was a no-brainer after attending the Zoom event with Maggie Smith. That single experience was worth the annual fee alone. Everything else I receive now just feels like an added bonus!"
~ Riley M., Poet, Educator, and Muse Subscriber

We look forward to helping you reach your goals as a poet too! Don't miss out any longer! https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/

05/26/2024

🌟 Just a Reminder! 🌟 If you want to be part of our exclusive evening with Jane Hirshfield this July, become a paid subscriber to the Weekly Muse! https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

🎁 Special Gift for Signing Up:
IMMEDIATELY receive Jane Wong's INCREDIBLE class on synesthesia in your inbox, and learn a NEW and INNOVATIVE way to write poems!

(Zoom registration link and Jane's class will arrive as soon as you become a paid subscriber in your WELCOME LETTER!)

💰 Price Options: $18.99 a month or get the best discount by paying $198 a year (approx. $16 a month!) --And yes, this includes ALL the Zoom classes and the Weekly Muse delivered to your inbox every Sunday morning full of poetry prompts, writng exercises and more!
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Have you ever wondered how poets find out about all the cool anthology calls and places to submit and have a community that support them? Here's your answer--they are paid subscribers to the Weekly Muse!: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

And don't believe just us! Here are testimonials from our paid subscribers:

"Subscribing the Weekly Muse turned my writing around--more poems written, more published! The resources are gold, but the Zoom classes? Inspiring and worth the annual fee alone. It's the best investment I've made for my poetry!" - Sam K., Poet

"Switching from a monthly to a yearly subscription was a no-brainer after attending the Zoom event with Maggie Smith. That single experience was worth the annual fee alone. Everything else I receive now just feels like an added bonus!"
~ Riley M., Poet, Educator, and Muse Subscriber

"As an aspiring poet, I was constantly searching for resources to refine my craft. That's when I stumbled upon the Weekly Muse from Two Sylvias Press and decided to give it a try. The experience has been nothing short of transformative.

One of the highlights for me was attending Diane Seuss' Zoom class. Diane's insights into the art of poetry were eye-opening. Her unique approach to creating a book of poems not only provided me with practical tools but also inspired a new level of creativity in my work.

Being a subscriber to the Weekly Muse has been equally enriching. The weekly poetry prompts and writing exercises are thought-provoking and have pushed me to explore new themes and styles. The submission opportunities have been invaluable, giving me the confidence to put my work out there. It feels like every edition of the Weekly Muse brings me a step closer to realizing my dreams as a poet.

I can confidently say that my subscription to the Weekly Muse and the opportunity to learn from poets in the yearly Zoom Poetry Series has been instrumental in my growth. It's not just a subscription; it's an investment in my journey as a poet. Thank you Two Sylvias!" ~ Emily R., Poet and Paid Subscriber since August 2023

We look forward to helping you reach your goals as a poet too! Don't miss out any longer: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

05/15/2024

SIGN UP FOR THE TWO SYLVIAS PRESS ONLINE POETRY RETREAT!

It’s back for the 9th year! Our annual (and popular!) Online Summer/Fall Poetry Retreat is open for sign-ups: https://twosylviaspress.com/online-poetry-retreat.html

Participate in the Two Sylvias Press online poetry retreat! Have one of your poems critiqued by Diane Seuss, Traci Brimhall, January Gill O'Neil, or Jennifer K. Sweeney for the summer sessions. Fall session poems will be critiqued by the editors of Two Sylvias.

We send you poetry prompts, poetry exercises, and example poems to inspire your writing—ALL VIA EMAIL.

Dates:
July 1st - July 28th (July Session)
August 5th - September 1st (August Session)
October 7th - November 3rd (October Session)

Choose the session that best fits your schedule and sign up! Space is limited! Please visit our website to register: https://twosylviaspress.com/online-poetry-retreat.html

05/13/2024

🌟 Big News Alert! -- 2 Janes 4 U! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce 2 NEW classes with JANE HIRSHFIELD and JANE WONG featured in Two Sylvias Weekly Muse Zoom Poetry Series!

How to attend? -- Become a paid subscriber to the Weekly Muse (monthly $18.99 OR yearly $198)!

As a paid subscriber --you will also receive the Weekly Muse newsletter packed with poetry prompts, submission opportunities, and more in your inbox every Sunday morning, and if you sign up right now, we're also including a bonus of our most talked about event-- a craft talk from DIANE SEUSS which will be sent immediately to your inbox!

Join us today by becoming a paid subscriber here (Our Zoom class registration for Jane Hirshfield and Jane Wong's class will come in your Welcome email, along with the craft talk by Diane Seuss). Sign up here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

And you'll receive our Weekly Muse subscription each Sunday morning in your inbox as well!

The Weekly Muse has been called "Poetry's Ultimate Resource" for keeping you inspired, prioritizing poetry in your life, simplifying your writing and submitting journey, AND giving you a year of ZOOM POETRY CLASSES at NO extra cost!

Become a paid subscriber here and learn what others have been benefiting from!: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

Testimonial from a paid subscriber:
"I've been a subscriber to the Weekly Muse for over a year now, and I must say it's been a transformative experience. The richness of the content, the quality of the poetry prompts, and the warmth of the community have deeply enriched my writing practice. The live Zoom classes not only connect me with fellow poets but also provide insightful feedback that pushes my poetry to new heights. The Weekly Muse isn't just a subscription; it's an investment in your creative journey. Highly recommended for any poet looking to deepen their craft and find a supportive poetry community!" ~ Erin H., Poet & Weekly Muse Subscriber

https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

05/09/2024

The Two Sylvias Press Wilder Series Book Prize Winner and Finalists Announced!

Here are the results of our 2023 Wilder Prize:

Winner: Eve Alexandra for her manuscript "None of Us in White"

Runner Up:
Katrina Vargas

Finalists:
Alicia Elkhort
Sally Ziph

Semi Finalists:
Lisa Cantwell
Sandra Fees
Emily Franklin
Jen Karetnick
Tina Kelley
Elizabeth Mercurio
Lee Peterson
Deirdre O'Connor
Jen Rouse
Kendra Tanacea
Wendy Vardaman

Congratulations to Eve, Katrina, Alicia, Sally, and to the Semi-Finalists! And thank you to everyone who entered!

About the winner:

Eve Alexandra’s first book "The Drowned Girl" was selected by C.K. Williams for the Wick Poetry Prize. Alexandra’s poems have appeared in "Narrative," "Barrow Street," "Harvard Review," and "The American Poetry Review." Most recently she was the invited guest poet for the inaugural issue of Hog River Press. She teaches creative writing and gender and sexuality in literature at the University of Vermont.

Look for "None of Us in White" to be published in Spring of 2025.

05/07/2024

If you are a paid subscriber to the Weekly Muse, the registration link for Jane Wong's Zoom class is in this issue! You can sign up for the class now and at no extra charge:

https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/p/two-sylvias-weekly-muse-may-5-2024

See you on the 22nd of May!

Issue 106

05/07/2024

🌟 Big News Alert! 🌟

Join the JANES at Two Sylvias Weekly Muse Zoom Poetry Series!

We're thrilled to announce 2 new classes! Become a paid subscriber (monthly $18.99 OR yearly $198) to attend our Zoom Poetry Classes AND receive the Weekly Muse newsletter packed with poetry prompts, submission opportunities, and more in your inbox every Sunday morning!

The Weekly Muse has been called "Poetry's Ultimate Resource" for keeping you inspired, prioritizing poetry in your life, simplifying your writing and submitting journey, AND giving you a year of ZOOM POETRY CLASSES at NO extra cost!

Don't miss out on this poetry-filled adventure! Join us today by becoming a paid subscriber here (registration for Jane Wong's class will come in your Welcome email.)

Sign up here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

Testimonial from a paid subscriber:

"I've been a subscriber to the Weekly Muse for over a year now, and I must say it's been a transformative experience. The richness of the content, the quality of the poetry prompts, and the warmth of the community have deeply enriched my writing practice. The live Zoom classes not only connect me with fellow poets but also provide insightful feedback that pushes my poetry to new heights. The Weekly Muse isn't just a subscription; it's an investment in your creative journey. Highly recommended for any poet looking to deepen their craft and find a supportive poetry community!" ~ Erin H., Poet & Weekly Muse Subscriber

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...

05/05/2024

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

Join us for an enchanting Zoom class with Jane Wong—Shadows of Limes and Roses: Memoir and Synesthesia in Poetry.

In this immersive hour-long session, we'll explore the power of synesthesia in crafting vivid, memory-rich poetry. Drawing inspiration from luminaries like Anne Carson and Kaveh Akbar, we'll unlock new realms of expressive language together.

Jane's boundless creativity makes this a must-attend event! Mark your calendar for Wednesday, May 22, 5 - 6 pm PST on Zoom.

To secure your spot, subscribe to the Weekly Muse. Gain access not only to Jane's class but also to other captivating sessions with poets like Jane Hirshfield, Danusha Laméris, and more! Choose between monthly ($18.99) or yearly ($198) subscriptions. Don't miss out!

Become a monthly or yearly paid subscriber here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

The link to register for the class will arrive immediately in your WELCOME EMAIL!

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...

05/04/2024

ENDING SOON!
Do you have a chapbook of 17-24 pages of poems? Our chapbook prize is ending soon!
Deadline: May 31, 2024
Judge: Oliver de la Paz
Guidelines: https://twosylviaspress.com/chapbook-prize.html

Commonly Asked Questions:

🌍 Do you accept international submissions? Yes!
👥 Do you accept collaborations? Yes!
📸 Can I include my own photos and artwork? Yes, as long as you hold the copyright.
📚 Do you accept hybrid works, such as part memoir/prose, part poetry? Yes, if it is more poetry than prose.
📖 My chapbook is 28 pages, is that okay? Yes. We prefer 17-24 pages, but a few extra pages are acceptable.
❓ What if I make a mistake on my submission, do you disqualify? We NEVER disqualify submissions. If there are any issues or questions about your manuscript, we will contact you.

We err on the side of poets! We look forward to reading your work!

Winner receives $500 Chapbook published as print book 20 Author Copies An amethyst depression glass trophy (circa 1930). ​ ​ 2023 Winner: Andrew Robin for LETTERS,...

04/16/2024

Happy National Poetry Month! We've just added JANE HIRSHFIELD to our Weekly Muse Zoom Poetry Series! She'll be leading a poetry class for us in JULY 2024 for all paid subscribers of our Weekly Muse Substack! https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...

04/06/2024

In case you missed our Weekly Muse last week, we shared an engaging interview with the talented Susan Rich, complete with some prompts and writing exercises in celebration of National Poetry Month! Be sure to check it out and enjoy!

Don't forget, our next Weekly Muse is coming out tomorrow, featuring the recording of the insightful reading and conversation between Susan Rich and Diane Seuss! Susan read from her new book BLUE ATLAS (Red Hen Press) and Diane read from MODER POETRY (Graywolf Press) Don’t miss it!

Issue 101 Happy National Poetry Month!

04/06/2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Jane Hirshfield is now part of our Weekly Muse Zoom Poetry Series! 🎉

And it's easy to be part of that class, just become a paid subscriber of the Weekly Muse here (monthly OR yearly): https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

For National Poetry Month, we have a special BONUS! 🌸 Subscribe now and receive our highly-talked-about Zoom event—Diane Seuss’ captivating talk on Modern Poetry—directly in your inbox. Don't miss this enriching experience!

You will also receive:

Weekly Poetry Prompts ✨
Weekly Places to Submit Your Work 🚀
Writing Exercises 🧩
Exclusive Poet Interviews 🎤
Access to our thriving online Poetry Community 🌐

All part of the package!

So grab your spot with Jane Hirshfield and get all the other benefits of being in our Weekly Muse community!
https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...

04/04/2024

🌟 THRILLING NEWS!! To celebrate National Poetry Month, we've added a poetry class with JANE HIRSHFIELD to our Zoom Poetry Series!! 🌟

If you haven't signed up for our Weekly Muse yet, here's your sign! ✨
For $18.99 a month ,(or $198 a year/$16 a month), you gain access to a year of real-time Zoom classes (at LEAST 8 sessions) led by some of today's finest poets. 📚 Enjoy classes and craft talks on topics like revision, assembling a poetry manuscript, generating new poems, poetry collaboration, and much more! And the classes are recorded, so if you miss one, you can watch it at a time that suits your schedule! Sign up here: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

The Zoom classes alone make your investment worthwhile. However, as poets ourselves, we aim to provide everything you need to enhance your writing life. As a paid subscriber, you'll also receive weekly poetry prompts, writing exercises, submission opportunities, to boost your publication success, journaling prompts, exclusive interviews, and your poetry news and successes shared with our community each week! Plus, you'll be part of a private, nurturing poetry-only community, complete with the occasional pep talk! 💪

Described as "Poetry's Ultimate Resource," the Weekly Muse offers everything you need—weekly inspiration every Sunday morning in your inbox to help organize, simplify, and prioritize your writing life, and a FULL year of incredible Zoom classes. 🎉

And yes, we mean *that* Jane Hirshfield – we're not kidding! 😄
Become a paid subscriber today and see what others have already been benefiting from: https://twosylviaspress.substack.com/subscribe

AND if you sign up today--receive Diane Seuss' inspiring craft talk on MODERN POETRY and January GIll O'Neil class on Revision set IMMEDIATELY to your inbox!

Commitment worries? Sign up, try for a month. Not your thing? One-click ⏩, and you’re out. No strings attached. Promise!

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And don't take our word on it, here's a testimonial from one of our paid subscribers--

"Switching from a monthly to a yearly subscription was a no-brainer after attending the Zoom event with Maggie Smith. That single experience was worth the annual fee alone. Everything else I receive now just feels like an added bonus! I only wish I had found the Weekly Muse sooner."
~ Riley M., Poet, Educator, and Muse Subscriber

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource to help poets write & publish more poems. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, insider tips from editors, & more! Includes FREE Zoom classes with award-winning poets with paid subscription! Click to read Two Sylvias Press' Weekly Muse,...