Trio House Press

Manuscript submissions

Trio House Press accepts submissions primarily through its annual contests, with occasional open reading periods announced on its website and social media. Before submitting, read at least two recent titles from the press to gauge whether your manuscript aligns with its editorial sensibility—work that is formally deliberate, emotionally unguarded, and engaged with the world beyond the self. The press favors full-length collections (roughly 48–80 pages) and does not consider individual poems or chapbooks outside specific calls. Include a brief, factual cover letter: previous publications, relevant affiliations, and a one-sentence description of the manuscript. Avoid comparing your work to famous poets or making grand claims about its importance; the editors respond to clarity and craft. Simultaneous submissions are generally accepted, but notify promptly if the manuscript is placed elsewhere. Response times vary from three to six months; a polite query after six months is appropriate. Finally, note that Trio House is a small, volunteer-run operation—patience and professionalism go a long way.

Please see our website, www.triohousepress.org , for detailed information about our submission guidelines and deadlines. We do not accept unsolicited manuscripts outside of listed periods unless they are submitted by literary agents with a detailed proposal. We also recommend reading and subscribing to our Substack, where you'll find interviews with our authors, tips for submitting, and more. Reading several of our titles is also recommended.