Editorial Guides
Practical guidance on compiling, editing, and publishing poetry anthologies.
How to Compile a Poetry Anthology
A successful anthology is defined not by how many poems it contains, but by the clarity of its editorial vision.
Poetry Anthology Permissions and Copyright
Permissions are the single largest hidden cost and timeline risk in anthology publishing. Budget at least six months and $50-$500 per in-copyright poem.
Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing
The old binary - traditional or self-publishing - is outdated. Most successful poetry anthologies use a hybrid model.