Join us this April for our annual Poetry Contest! It’s completely free—no entry fees involved. The contest runs from April 1 to April 30. Each poem submitted must creatively incorporate the following five random words. Make sure to write them down or print them out!
There are three age groups
- Up to 12 years old - Children
- 13 to 17 years old – Young Adult
- 18+ - Adult
Poetry Rules
- Poem may be written in any poetic style and on any subject, but must include your 5 random words.
- The poem in its entirety must be an original work by the person entering the contest
- Only one poem per person.
- You must be a member of a Craven-Pamlico Regional Library. Apply for Library Card
- Poems containing language that is vulgar, offensive, or wholly inappropriate will not be accepted.
Enter your poem online here or drop by any CPR library with an entry form on or before Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
Or online at MyCPRL.org/poetry on or before Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
Prizes
There will be 3 Regional winners in each age group. The following prizes will be awarded winners in each age group.
- 1st Prize $35.00 Amazon Gift Card
- 2nd Prize $25.00 Amazon Gift Card
- 3rd Prize $15.00 Amazon Gift Card
Gift cards will be available to the winners after judging of poems and the winners are posted on our website.
Judging Process
Contest entries are judged based on poetic technique, effectiveness, style, and creativity. Winners will be announced by Saturday, May 10.
