National Poetry Month, celebrated every April, is the largest literary celebration in the world. Join the Parsippany Library to celebrate National Poetry Month by submitting your original poem.
Share your voice, connect with others who love writing, and maybe win a prize. Whether you’re new to poetry or have been writing for years, it’s all about expressing yourself and having fun!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library!
- Poems will be judged on originality and structure.
- Any style of poetry is welcome–free verse, haiku, rhyme, etc.
- Must be suitable for a general audience, e.g., no profanity, vulgarity, etc., and must be original words submitted by the writer.
- Age groups: Grades 1-5, Grades 6-12, and Adults.
- Due by April 26.
- All winners will be invited to have their picture & poem posted on the Library’s social media platforms.
- The Parsippany Library reserves the right to print, reuse, in whole or in part, any entry in the contest.
- All decisions of the judging committee are final.
Submit here!
