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Colrain Poetry Manuscript Conference

The Colrain Poetry Manuscript Conference will be held online from January 15, 2021, to January 18, 2021. The conference features workshops of book-length poetry manuscripts with poets and editors. The faculty includes Peter Covino and Joan Houlihan. The cost of the conference is $1,200, which includes a full manuscript review. Using only the online application system, submit three to four poems and a brief bio. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Visit the website for an application and complete guidelines.

Colrain Poetry Manuscript Conference, 242 Parker Street, Acton, MA 01720. (978) 897-0054. Joan Houlihan, Director. conferences@colrainpoetry.com

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