Elinor Benedict Poetry Prize

We will consider all forms of poetry for the Elinor Benedict Poetry Prize, including lyric, experimental, and formal work. Up to three poems may be submitted in one document. Contest will close April 15, 2025.

Guest judge:  Diane Seuss

First prize: $1000 and publication in Passages North. One or more honorable mentions my also be selected and published. 

All entrants receive a copy of the contest issue. (Students of Northern Michigan University and close friends of the Passages North staff or contest judge are not eligible.)