London-based poetry press Bad Betty Press are open for submissions of pamphlet and collection manuscripts until 31st January 2020. Successful manuscripts will be accepted for publication in 2021.
We welcome submissions from everyone, but are particularly keen to hear from those less well represented in publishing, such as writers of colour, LGBTQIA+ and disabled writers.
What we’re looking for: We tend to define what we publish as beautiful and badass. We’re not tied to any particular style or label e.g. ‘avant garde’ or ‘spoken word’. What matters to us is that your writing excites us, that you have an original voice and a dedication to craft. A history of publication is great but not essential.
We’re looking for pamphlets and books, so please don’t send a few poems if that’s all you have. They should be a sample from a full manuscript. (We’ll have anthology submissions early next year, when we’ll be looking for individual poems).
We unfortunately cannot offer feedback, however we will aim to respond to your submission within 3 months of the deadline.
Full details here
Deadline: 31st January 2020