Teen Poetry Contest

Primary phone number where you can be reached if questions about your entry arise.
Please type your poem directly into this box or copy and paste poem from your creation source
By inputting your name, you certify that the poem is your original work and neither whole or part of this entry has been used in any publication. You further release this entry for publication by the Winter Park Public Library if it becomes award-winning.

Here's How It Works

  1. Poem may be in any form (lyric, limerick, rap, etc.).
  2. Up to two poems may be submitted per applicant.
  3. No offensive language: poems should not contain vulgarity, excessive violence, or material considered offensive to any religious or ethnic groups, gender, or persons with physical or mental disabilities. Such material will be disqualified.
  4. Deadline for entries is Friday, April 18, 2025. Submit entries electronically on the Teen Poetry Contest submission page.
  5. Winning poems will be announced on Friday, April 25 and will also be featured on the Library's website.


First Prize

$50 Barnes & Noble gift card & publication on Library's website
 

Second prize

$25 Barnes & Noble gift card & publication on Library's website
 

Third Prize

$15 Barnes & Noble gift card & publication on Library's website.