Dipity Press

Manuscript submissions

Before submitting, read at least one full chapbook from Dipity Press to understand the range of work they publish—this is not a press with a single rigid aesthetic, but they do favor cohesive manuscripts over loose assemblages. Follow the guidelines on their website precisely: they typically ask for a set page count, a brief cover letter, and a table of contents. Simultaneous submissions are usually accepted, but notify them immediately if the manuscript is taken elsewhere. Because the press is small and volunteer-run, response times can be slow; a polite query after three to four months is reasonable. Do not send full-length collections or unsolicited revisions unless invited. Most importantly, present a manuscript that feels finished and intentional—chapbooks are short, so every poem or story must earn its place.

We have fee waivers for disabled writers over one manuscript per submission window. Guidelines for mid to full length chapbooks and micro chapbooks differ and have separate windows across the year so read carefully. All poems must be previously unpublished. No identifying information should be in your Word document. Including a cover letter in the designated form is fine, but it remains concealed to our intital reading team levels. Your submission undergoes three rounds of review.