The Inspired Word Café is calling for spoken word poetry from the Okanagan for an anthology to be printed for our 15th season.
The Inspired Word Prize aims to celebrate the power of spoken word poetry within the Okanagan region, encompassing the vibrant communities from Osoyoos to Salmon Arm, and Keremeos to Lumby. This anthology project seeks to curate a collection of poetry that reflects the diverse voices and experiences of our local poets.
A jury of IWC collective members, board members and staff will jury all submissions to choose the top twelve submissions to be printed in the anthology. The top three will receive cash prizes: first prize: $250; second prize: $150; third prize: $100.
Deadline to apply: July 7, 2024.
Submission Fee: $10 for members, $20 for non-members
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(note, if you purchase a membership now, it will be valid starting September 2024 for the IWC Season 15. If you are a current member, please pay the member submission fee, and remember that you can renew your membership in September when our season starts up).
Please go to the SUBMISSION FORM to submit your poems and pay the fee.