The University of Wisconsin Press, founded in 1937, is a scholarly publisher affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Its Wisconsin Poetry Series has long been a vital outlet for contemporary verse, and the press has extended that commitment through the Wisconsin Prize for Poetry in Translation. This annual award, open to book-length translations of poetry into English, reflects the press's dedication to international literary exchange and the art of translation as a creative and scholarly act. The prize seeks to recognize translators whose work brings significant poetic voices into English with fidelity, artistry, and contextual care.
Publishing focus
The University of Wisconsin Press is a not-for-profit publisher of books and journals. Its mission embodies the Wisconsin Idea by publishing work of distinction that serves the people of Wisconsin and the world.
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Calls & opportunities
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Manuscript submissions
Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeYes
Response time3 to 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsNo
Translators should submit a book-length manuscript of poetry in translation into English, along with the original text and any necessary permissions. The press values translations that demonstrate both linguistic precision and poetic sensibility. Familiarize yourself with the Wisconsin Poetry Series' aesthetic range, which includes both established and emerging voices. Include a clear cover letter that contextualizes the work and the translation process. Deadline: October 31, 2026. Check the website for complete guidelines and formatting requirements.
Submissions policies vary by genre. Please review our submission guidelines for the poetry and fiction reading periods, and for poetry prize submission fees.