News & Announcements

About the Poetry Society of Virginia

We illuminate Virginia’s poets, cultures, communities, and literary power by making and sharing poems. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community aimed at creating a sense of belonging in Virginia’s poetry community. We are committed to equity and the mutual respect for the diverse beliefs and values of all.…Continue reading “About the Poetry Society of Virginia”

March 24, 2026March 24, 2026

PSV Spring Festival Registration is Open

PSV Members please use this form to register for the PSV Spring Festival. PSV Festival Registration Only members need to…

PSV Festival Schedule

Check out the schedule for the annual PSV Festival this April 10th and 11th! Note: room numbers are still being…

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

Save the Date! Annual PSV Spring Festival April 10-11

The annual PSV Spring Festival will be held at Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, VA April 10-11th. Full details coming soon!…

Events

Book Signing with Loralee Clark, December 14 at Turn the Page Book Shop

26 Nov 2025December 16, 2025

Loralee Clark will be at Turn the Page Book Shop in Williamsburg, VA on December 14 from noon to 4 PM to sign her three poetry collections: Solemnity Rites (Prolific…

Announcement…

Open for Submissions! PSV Annual Adult Contest is Open until January 19th

10 Nov 2025December 16, 2025

The Annual Poetry Society of Virginia Adult Contest is open now until January 19th at midnight. Full information can be found on the contest page. Please be aware that categories…

Remembering Janice Hoffman

6 Nov 2025December 16, 2025

Janice Trich Hoffman died on October 28th, 2025. She received a Master's of Education at Indiana University and was a college Professor of teaching composition and writing. She was a longtime member…

Open for Submissions! 2026 POETRY BOOK AWARD FOR NORTH AMERICAN WRITERS & PUBLISHERS

15 Oct 2025October 15, 2025

The 2026 Poetry Book Award for North American Writers and Publishers opens today, October 15th! Please see the NAPBA contest page for detailed information. Thank you to Sofia Starnes, Virginia…

2026 POETRY BOOK AWARD FOR NORTH AMERICAN WRITERS & PUBLISHERS

29 Sep 2025October 15, 2025

The Poetry Society of Virginia announces the 2026 Poetry Society ofVirginia North American Poetry Book Award for poetry books inEnglish published in 2025. Winner receives $1,000 and an invitation toread…

Reminder! Ed Lull Memorial “Veterans Resilience and Perseverance Poetry Contest” Closes September 15th

Contest will close at midnight. Please see the contest page for full details and submission information. Perseverance and Resilience through Poetry Contest: Edward W. Lull Memorial

Young Poets in the Community Applications Open Through December 15

We will select worthy applications from young poets in our elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and undergraduate colleges, with a goal of representing each of the 7 Poetry Society…

Events

The State of the Youth Voice: Unseen to Unstoppable September 10

4 Sep 2025September 4, 2025

State of the Youth Voice: Unseen to Unstoppable on September 10th, 2025, at the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk. This event is more than a program—it is our chance…

Wolf Devouring A Wolf Devouring A Wolf by Cassandra Whitaker available now

Cassandra Whitaker, from the Southwestern region, released her first full-length collection in late July. Her collection, Wolf Devouring A Wolf Devouring A Wolf, is available from Jackleg Press. Whitaker is…

Remembering Barbara Drucker Smith

18 Aug 2025August 18, 2025

Barbara D. Smith was a poet and author who was a member of the Tidewater Writers Association, Virginia Writers Club, and Poetry Society of Virginia. She was a pioneer of…