We’ll hear from editors at Poets & Writers Magazine, Beloit Poetry Journal, The Maine Review, and the publisher of the independent press Kelsay Books, joining Meg in a lively discussion of the art and science of getting our poems out into the world. (Full disclosure: Kelsay Books published Meg’s new collection Magma Intrusions in May 2023). Our panelists include: Chelsa Jackson, managing editor, The Maine Review; Emma Komlos-Hbrosky, senior editor, Poets & Writers Magazine; Kirun Kapur, editor, Beloit Poetry Journal, and Karen Kelsay, owner/founder, Kelsay Books.

Ever wondered what editors are thinking when they read our work? How they make decisions? Curious about common submission mistakes we might be making? How to find the right journal or magazine to submit to? Online or in print? What to consider when submitting a manuscript for publication? This craft talk will cover these topics and more, presenting our panelists with many frequently asked questions about publishing poetry in today’s ever-changing world. Perfect for those of us who are sometimes confounded by the process of putting poems out into the world, this panel is a special opportunity to get tips and tricks directly from editors and publishers themselves. We’ll learn more about how the decisions to publish are made. There’ll be time for some Q&A from the chat as well. Sign up today.

Registration is not limited, and the cost is just $10.00.