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Genres Published:
Poetry
Book Types:
Chapbook, Poetry collections
Formats:
Paperback
Submission Guidelines:
Reading Period:
Jan 1 to Dec 31
Response Time:
Greater than 6 months
Charges Reading Fee:
No
Publishes Through Contests Only:
No
Accepts Unsolicited Submissions:
Yes
Accepts Simultaneous Submissions:
Yes
Titles per Year:
6 to 10
Distributors:
None as yet.
Editorial Focus
Cactus Press is a Montréal-based poetry press dedicated to discovering new and idiosyncratic voices. The editors embrace poetry in all its forms, from traditional lyric and formal verse to concrete and experimental work. They value originality, artistic curiosity, and a passion for the craft.
Tips From the Editor
Cactus Press reads year round for our annual Chapbook Series, which publishes an average of 6-8 titles a year. Don’t worry about publication credits, academic credentials, or whether your writing fits a particular aesthetic. Send us your weirdest, wildest, and best. We're happy to read it. 20 pages of poetry max.
Please note: We are currently only accepting unsolicited submissions from residents of Canada.
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Last updated: Oct 22, 2026