This info was emailed to me - unfortunately I'm just too old to be eligible!

EMERGING VOICES

Ever been called gifted, precocious or ahead of your years? Then this might
be for you...

Emerging Voices is a new imprint from contemporary poetry producer penned in
the margins devoted to promoting the freshest talent out there. We're
currently seeking submissions for our first major publication, an anthology
for younger (and young-at-heart) poets. This won't be a 'one page each'
book; we want to work closely with the best new writers and give them the
space they deserve.

Why bother?
We know how hard it is for younger writers to get exposure. They often get a
bum deal from publishers who grumble about 'development', 'finding your
voice' and 'markets'. We're putting together this anthology so that talented
new poets can get a foot on the ladder, and we'll make sure it gets under
the noses of the right people.

Who can enter?
You may be few in years but you'll be a serious writer, committed to
creating new and exciting work. You may have had work published in magazines
or have won competitions; you may be a regular performer at poetry gigs. You
may even have a pamphlet or mini-collection out there (but not a full first
collection). You'll be between 16 and 28 years of age and writing in
English.

What next?
At this stage we want to see five poems max - choose your best work, the
stuff that represents you as a poet, and don't worry about being consistent
in style or sending a coherent sequence. The most important thing is that
your work leaps off the page and bites us in the ass. Please also include a
brief biography, stating your age, location and any relevant accolades.

Email your submissions as Microsoft Word attachments to
info@pennedinthemargins.co.uk and if you want any more information you can
call Tom on 020 7375 0258. All work should be in by the end of July.

More information
To find out more about penned in the margins visit
www.pennedinthemargins.co.uk and don't forget to sign up to the mailing list
to keep up-to-date with our latest news and events.