Flapper Press Poetry Café
Jan 71 min
By Annie Newcomer:
As we count down to Valentine's Day,
love is in the airwaves.
1. Choose a line (or two) from a favorite song and incorporate it within your own original
poem. You may use whatever form of poetry you like: prose, rhyming, sestina, sonnet,
free verse—you decide!
2. Submit your poem by email to: info@flapperpress.com
In the subject line, you must include:
Your name
Title of your selected song
Title of your original poem
Date
Example: Joanie Smith—-"All of Me" by John Legend, "Title of Your Poem" 12.18.23
3. We will announce FIVE selections to feature in a Flapper Press article for Valentine's Day.
4. Each of the five selected poets will be awarded $25.
Deadline: Friday, February 9, 2024
By submitting, you agree to have Flapper Press publish your poem.
Q. May I submit more than one poem?
A. Yes, but each poetry submission must be sent in a separate email.
Q. Is there a charge to submit?
A. There is no charge to submit.
Q. May I submit an original song?
A. Yes. If possible, please also include the music for your piece.
If you have more questions, please email us at info@flapperpress.com.
Presenting a wide range of poetry with a mission to promote a love and understanding of poetry for all. We welcome submissions for compelling poetry and look forward to publishing and supporting your creative endeavors. Submissions may also be considered for the Pushcart Prize. Please review our Guidelines before submitting through our regular Submission process!