The Patricia Grodd Poetry Prize, created in 2007 to recognize outstanding young poets, is open to high school sophomores and juniors. The contest is named in honor of Patricia Grodd in recognition of her generous support of the Kenyon Review and its programs, as well as her passionate commitment to education and deep love for poetry.
Every year, submissions for the prize are accepted electronically from November 1 through November 30.
The winner receives a full scholarship to the Kenyon Review Young Writers Workshop in the summer. The winner and two runners-up will have their selected poems published in the print edition of the Kenyon Review and on the website.
Location(s)
Schedule
- Fall
Cost/Compensation
- Free
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a high school sophomore or junior.
Deadline
- November 30
Application or Entry Requirements
- Please submit only one poem to the contest.
- Only unpublished work will be considered for the prize.
- Works submitted simultaneously to the contest and other publishing opportunities cannot be considered.
Notifications of Decisions
- Announcement of prize winners will be made in February
Financial Aid Details
Other Dates to Keep in Mind
- Submissions accepted from November 1 through November 30
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The Kenyon Review is a literary magazine and publishing house founded in 1939 and based at Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio. The magazine is dedicated to publishing and promoting the work of emerging and established writers across all genres, including fiction, poetry, and essays. The Kenyon Review also offers a wide range of educational programs and initiatives aimed at promoting the study and appreciation of literature. These include writing workshops, residencies, and fellowships for emerging writers, as well as outreach programs aimed at fostering literacy and literary engagement in underserved communities.
