Noemi Press is an independent publisher founded in 2002 with a commitment to innovative poetry, fiction, and hybrid texts. Operating from Las Cruces, New Mexico, and later Tucson, Arizona, the press has built a reputation for championing work that is aesthetically adventurous and often overlooked by mainstream publishing. Its ethos is rooted in a belief that literature should challenge, provoke, and expand the possibilities of language. The press is particularly known for its annual Etel Adnan Poetry Prize, which honors a first or second book by a poet of Arab heritage, reflecting a dedication to diverse voices and international perspectives.
Publishing focus
Noemi Press is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit publisher, striving to introduce voices marginalized by mainstream presses to a broader audience. Noemi provides writers with support and guidance through extensive editorial collaboration. They have been a historically brown and queer press since their founding in 2002.
PoetryFictionCreative NonfictionTranslationShort Story CollectionsEssay CollectionsNovelMemoirPoetry Collections
Selected authors Jenny Boully, Mark Tursi, Sara Veglahn, Diana George, Joanna Howard
Calls & opportunities
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Manuscript submissions
Reading periodJan 1 to May 1
Reading feeYes
Response time3 to 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsNo
Noemi Press accepts submissions through periodic open reading periods and via its contests, such as the Etel Adnan Poetry Prize. Writers should consult the website for specific guidelines and deadlines. The press values work that is formally inventive, emotionally resonant, and politically aware. A cover letter should articulate how the manuscript fits the press's mission. Simultaneous submissions are typically accepted, but notify immediately if accepted elsewhere. Response times can be lengthy due to the high volume of submissions; patience is advised. The press does not charge reading fees for general submissions but does for contests.