ELIGIBILITY: Residents of Benton, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Kittitas, Klickitat, Okanogan, and Yakima Counties who are at least 18 years of age. Students are welcome.
SUBMIT:
Up to 3 original, previously unpublished poems in English. No AI-generated work. Please check for correct spelling and grammar. No name on poem(s) – our editors do a blind reading and selection.
SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY TO SFBLAIR61@GMAIL.COM Subject line should read “SSPJ 2025 Submission.” Attach your poem(s) in ONE Word (.doc or .docx) document. One poem per page, Times New Roman 12-pt font. In the body of your email, provide your name, address, phone number, poem title(s) and a brief bio.
READING FEE – TWO OPTIONS:
By check: $12 made out to Shrub-Steppe Poetry Journal
Mail to:
SSPJ c/o S. Sampson
3028 Vera Cruz
Malaga 8828
Electronically via Pay Pal: $14 to sfblair61@gmail.com
Send us your best work! We are looking for poems with vivid images, compelling language, strong craft elements and sparkling creativity. Theme (we don’t have one) optional.
Each submitter will receive a copy of the Journal.
If you have questions or wish to purchase extra copies, please feel free to contact us.
Since 2019, The Shrub-Steppe Poetry Journal is the only all-poetry publication serving Central Washington.
It is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.