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32 Poems

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About the magazine

Founded in 2003 by poets Deborah Ager and John Poch, 32 Poems is a literary journal that publishes exactly 32 poems per issue. The magazine was established with a commitment to formal excellence and emotional resonance, aiming to present a concise, carefully curated selection of contemporary poetry. Its founding ethos emphasizes the power of brevity and precision, offering readers a focused encounter with each poem. Over two decades, 32 Poems has maintained a biannual print schedule, featuring both emerging and established voices, and has become a respected venue for poetry that values craft, clarity, and depth.

Editorial focus

32 Poems publishes inventive language complicated by music, form, and feeling. As a rule, the editors publish shorter work that can fit on a single page (32 lines or less), but they sometimes makes exceptions to accommodate particularly exciting poems that run a little longer.

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Submitting your work

Reading periodFeb 1 to Mar 31
Reading feeYes
PaymentCash
Response timeLess than 3 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Poets should submit 3-5 poems at a time, with each poem typically not exceeding 32 lines. The journal values precise language, formal control, and emotional depth. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but notify immediately upon acceptance elsewhere. Reading periods are typically from September to November and January to March; check the website for current guidelines. Include a brief cover letter with publication credits, if any. Response times can range from 2 to 6 months. Do not submit more than twice per reading period.

Please visit our website ( www.32poems.com ) for complete submission guidelines.

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ClosedDeadline · 2026-10-01

32 Poems: Poetry Submission

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32 Poems: Reviews

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ClosedDeadline · 2026-10-01

32 Poems: Subscriber Poetry Submission

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OpenDeadline · 2027-02-01

32 Poems — Submissions

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Explore the publication through its past issues and volumes.

No. 42 Winter 2024 · Winter · 2024

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No. 43 Summer 2024 · Summer · 2024

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No. 44 Winter 2025 · Winter · 2025

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No. 46 Winter 2026 · Winter · 2026

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No. 45 Summer 2025 · Summer · 2025

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No. 46 Winter 2026 · Winter · 2026

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