15 August 2023
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The theme for this year's contest is 'Ticking Clock'
Poets entering the contest may interpret the 'Ticking Clock' theme in any way, and write in any poetic form.
There is a first prize of £350, and second and third prizes of £150 and £75. Up to three commended poets will each get £25. The winners and longlisted poems will be published in a print anthology and online by wildfire words. The lead judge is Angela France.
All entries must be original and unpublished.
There is an Early Bard rate of £4 per entry or £12 for four up to 1 September, and then £5 and £15.
The closing date is 30 September.
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