E.E. Cummings Prize Finalist, selected by Chard deNiord Bryan Marshall trained as a musician (including writing a PhD thesis on New England’s own Danbury-boy-done-good, Charles Ives), and has worked as … Read more
E.E. Cummings Prize Finalist, selected by Chard deNiord Julia H. Fonte lives on the edge of Vermont woods. When not writing she preserves wildflowers in three-dimensional form; grows and dries organic herbs; … Read more
E.E. Cummings Prize, selected by Chard deNiord Wendy Drexler is a recipient of a 2022 artist fellowship from the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Her fourth collection, Harvest of What Remains, will be published … Read more
Diana Der-Hovanessian Prize, selected by Kymm Coveney (Photograph, L to R: Mariya Tytarenko, Yuliya Musakovska) Mariya Tytarenko is a writer, poet, and media researcher. She is an Associate Professor at … Read more
Amy Lowell Prize Finalist, selected by Laura Rodley Brenna Manuel spent her childhood in the suburbs of Detroit. She later moved to the West Coast and received a B.F.A. in Painting … Read more
Amy Lowell Prize Finalist, selected by Laura Rodley Stephanie Angelini is a writer, performer, artist and small business owner living north of Boston. She spontaneously started writing poetry while in … Read more
Amy Lowell Prize, selected by Laura Rodley Jason O’Toole is Poet Laureate Emeritus of North Andover, MA. He serves on the advisory board of the New England Poetry Club, and … Read more
Dear Friends and Colleagues, Stray thoughts and (perhaps) a few more orderly observations: Kudos (Overdue) The fact that you’re enjoying yet another monthly newsletter is largely due to the diligence … Read more
Hi everyone! September was an excellent month for poetry. We had several amazing announcements from NEPC members. Here is a recap of what was posted on our social media! If … Read more
The New England Poetry Club Board of Directors is delighted to announce the results of our 2025 contests!Samuel Washington Allen Prize, selected by Jennifer GarfieldWinner:Kirun Kapur, “Marsiya”Finalists:Mary Christine Delea, “Why … Read more