Editorial Focus
BOA Editions publishes within four distinct series: the American Poets Continuum Series (previously published poets); the New Poets of America series (first-book poets via The A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize); the American Reader Series (literary short fiction). They also publish Blessing the Boats Selection (poetry collections by women of color) titles within their American Poets Continuum Series.
Tips From the Editor
We accept submissions at various times throughout the year. Consult our website (www.boaeditions.org) for up-to-date submission guidelines and reading periods. Familiarize yourself with our press and different publication series, so you are familiar with our aesthetic and can present yourself and your work favorably.