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Poet and co-editor of @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social

Poems in Atlanta Review, Chicago Quarterly Review, Louisiana Literature, New York Quarterly, Salt Hill Journal, and elsewhere.

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Johnny Cordova @johnnycordova.bsky.social · 7d
Very excited to reveal the cover for The Broken Buddha, my forthcoming poetry collection from Roadside Press.

Immensely grateful to Harim Choi (@harimmch on IG) and Dominique Ahkong for their work on the cover art and design.

You can reserve a signed copy here: tinyurl.com/brokenbuddha
As the body of this ancient Buddha decays and falls away, the meditation posture itself remains. Something goes, something remains. Such is the dharma of impermanence.
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Calling poets! Shō Poetry Journal opens for submissions tomorrow, December 15, at midnight MST.

Full guidelines: shopoetryjournal.com/submissions/
Submit here: shopoetryjournal.submittable.com
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December 14, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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We are excited to announce the prize honorees for our winter issue! Rukan Saif is the runner-up of the Sita Martin Prize for her poem “Harami Ghazal.” Rukan’s poem will be published in Shō No. 8 (Winter 2025/2026). Get your copy here: tinyurl.com/shono8

Congratulations, Rukan!
Rukan Saif stands outdoors against the brick wall in a city, smiling. She wears a white tshirt, a long black skirt, black Mary Jane shoes, white socks with printed hearts, and carries a brown shoulder bag. Her long black hair is in braids and she carries a phone in her hand. Black text on pale lavender background announces Rukan Saif as the Sita Martin Prize Runner-Up for Shō Poetry Journal Issue No. 8 for the poem “Harami Ghazal.” Black text on pale lavender background shows the author bio for Rukan Saif, runner-up of the Sita Martin Prize for Shō Poetry Journal Issue No. 8. A circle-cut graphic of Sikuyva Dawavendewa's black-and-white relief print "Hopi Leia" is on the right.
December 12, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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We are excited to announce the prize honorees for our winter issue! Rebecca Morton is the runner-up of the Shō Poetry Prize for three poems titled “Uncertainty Principle.” Rebecca’s poems will be published in Shō No. 8 (Winter 2025/2026). Reserve your copy at tinyurl.com/shono8
The poet Rebecca Morton sits indoors, looking at the camera. She wears a black turtleneck sweater and has brown hair. In the background is a bookshelf, two couches, a lamp, and frames on the wall. Black text on pale lavender background announces Rebecca Morton as the runner-up of the Shō Poetry Prize for Shō Poetry Journal Issue No. 8 for three poems titled “Uncertainty Principle.” Black text on pale lavender background shows the author bio for Rebecca Morton, runner-up of the Shō Poetry Prize for Shō Poetry Journal Issue No. 8. A circle-cut graphic of Sikuyva Dawavendewa's black-and-white relief print "Hopi Leia" is on the right.
December 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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We are thrilled to announce that Cheyenne C. Fletcher has been awarded the Sita Martin Prize for three poems: “Lady of the Holler,” “Obit #1,” and “Obit #2.” Cheyenne’s poems will be published in Shō No. 8 (Winter 2025/2026)—preorder your copy at tinyurl.com/shono8. Congratulations, Cheyenne!
Cheyenne C. Fletcher sits on the ground indoors under a spotlight, leaning on one arm and smiling off to the side. Her long black hair is pulled back into a ponytail and she wears a fitting long-sleeved black scoop-neck top, blue jeans, and dangling earrings. Black text on a pale lavender background announces Cheyenne C. Fletcher as the winner of the Sita Martin Prize for Shō Poetry Journal Issue No. 8 for three poems. Black text on pale lavender background shows the author bio for Cheyenne C. Fletcher, winner of the Sita Martin Prize for Shō Poetry Journal Issue No. 8. A circle-cut graphic of Sikuyva Dawavendewa's black-and-white relief print "Hopi Leia" is on the right.
December 13, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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I’m thrilled that @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social published my poem “Wakulla.” What a highlight to be in the same issue as Chen Chen!

#poetry #poem #literature

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Shō No. 8: Winter 2025/2026 - Shō Poetry Journal
Shō Poetry Journal Shō No. 8: Winter 2025/2026
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December 13, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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We are thrilled to announce that Betsy Mitchell Martinez has been awarded the Shō Poetry Prize for ”Self-Portrait as Frida Kahlo with Prickly Pear,” ”Girl with Death Mask,” and “Diego Weighs in on Quality”! Shō No. 8: tinyurl.com/shono8. Congratulations, @betsymitchellmtz.bsky.social!
Black text on a pale lavender background announces Betsy Mitchell Martinez as the winner of the Shō Poetry Prize for Issue No. 8 for three poems: ”Self-Portrait as Frida Kahlo with Prickly Pear,” ”Girl with Death Mask,” and “Diego Weighs in on Quality.” Frida Kahlo’s painting “Tunas (Still Life with Prickly Pear Fruit)” appears in the center-left of the image. Black text on pale lavender background shows the author bio for Betsy Mitchell Martinez, winner of the Shō Poetry Prize for Issue No. 8: Betsy Mitchell Martinez holds an MFA from the University of Michigan. Her recent poems have appeared or are forthcoming in Beloit Poetry Journal, Rattle, New Letters, Shenandoah, Washington Square Review, Southeast Review, Redivider, EPOCH, and elsewhere. A circle-cut graphic of Sikuyva Dawavendewa's black-and-white relief print "Hopi Leia" is on the right.
December 13, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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Very excited to reveal the cover for The Broken Buddha, my forthcoming poetry collection from Roadside Press.

Immensely grateful to Harim Choi (@harimmch on IG) and Dominique Ahkong for their work on the cover art and design.

You can reserve a signed copy here: tinyurl.com/brokenbuddha
As the body of this ancient Buddha decays and falls away, the meditation posture itself remains. Something goes, something remains. Such is the dharma of impermanence.
December 9, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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Announcing our nominations for the Nina Riggs Poetry Award!
Dorsey Craft @dorseycraft.bsky.social
Maja Lukic @majalukic.bsky.social
Nina C. Peláez @ninacpelaez.bsky.social
Jessica Nirvana Ram @jessnirvanapoet.bsky.social
Jeddie Sophronius
Donna Vorreyer @djvorreyer.bsky.social
Shō Poetry Journal's nominees for the Nina Riggs Poetry Award. Three different Sho Poetry Journal covers in a vertical column on the left. Listed in a wider column on the right are the nominees with circle-cut author photos, poet names, and poem titles.
December 10, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Cover reveal: Shō No. 8 | Winter 2025/2026
Cover art: “Hopi Leia” by Sikuyva Dawavendewa.

Our winter issue features 72 poems by 48 poets (names threaded below).

Pre-order link: tinyurl.com/shono8

The winners and runners-up of the editors’ prizes will be announced this week!
Hopi Leia, black and white relief print by Hopi artist Sikuyva Dawavendewa. Behind her is a village but in the style of Tatooine's Mos Eisley town, with the two suns as well. The border is also symbolism to rain clouds with rain falling on the side. The graphic is laid over a pale lavender background. Back cover of issue listing 48 contributor names. The graphic is laid over a pale lavender background.
December 10, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Very excited to reveal the cover for The Broken Buddha, my forthcoming poetry collection from Roadside Press.

Immensely grateful to Harim Choi (@harimmch on IG) and Dominique Ahkong for their work on the cover art and design.

You can reserve a signed copy here: tinyurl.com/brokenbuddha
As the body of this ancient Buddha decays and falls away, the meditation posture itself remains. Something goes, something remains. Such is the dharma of impermanence.
December 9, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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Listen to @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social’s 2025 #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth playlist this weekend!

It features poems by Indigenous US poets, including Danielle Shandiin Emerson, Chris Hoshnic, Malia Maxwell, Tim Moder, Sofia Rasic, and J. K. Tsosie: shopoetryjournal.com/native-ameri...
Native American Heritage Month 2025 - Shō Poetry Journal
To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we've curated this selection of poems by Indigenous U.S. poets Danielle Shandiin Emerson (Diné), Chris Hoshnic (Diné), Malia Maxwell (Kanaka Maoli), Tim…
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November 28, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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All issues of Shō Poetry Journal are on sale for $8 until Sunday November 30! We’re including a free cover art postcard with every order.

We produce a print journal because we believe poetry hits differently when held in the hands.
Shō No. 7 held up to a reddish door in golden hour light Different-colored spines of Shō Poetry Journal issues 3 through 7 on a small dark brown bookcase Close-up of Shō bridge printer on a creamy page Shō issues 3 through 7 stacked on a small round table in front of a long wooden bookcase
November 29, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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Congratulations to Elizabeth Loudon (@esloudon.bsky.social), whose poem “Renunciation” was chosen for inclusion in Best New Poets 2025 and will be in our winter issue, Shō No. 8!
A woman with short white hair smiles as she sits on a bench in a garden with purple flowers. She wears dangling earrings, two green necklaces, and a black sweater.
November 26, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Chill Subs is running their annual Best Lit Mag Awards. Voting is open to all! If what we’re doing at Shō Poetry Journal resonates with you, please consider voting for us! 🥹 You can vote for up to five lit mags.
chillsubs.bsky.social Chill Subs @chillsubs.bsky.social · 29d
It’s back 😏

Nominate Your Favorite Lit Mags of 2025 through this form ⬇️

www.chillsubs.com/best-lit-mag...

Let’s love on some editors, folks. They freakin’ deserve it!
Writers! Who are the best litmags of 2025? CHILL SUBS®
November 20, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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We’d like to get issues of Shō Poetry Journal into more hands! From now until November 30, we're offering our five most recent issues at $8 each (33% off). Orders $24 and above ship free.

No code needed: shopoetryjournal.com/shop

Pictured: Shō No. 6 (Winter 2024/25); cover art by Tanya Rastogi.
Multiple copies of Shō Poetry Journal issue No. 6 laid out on a table, forming a series of eyes
November 10, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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The poets who complain about form rejections are the same poets who complain about feedback from editors?
October 17, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Be sure to listen to @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social’s #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth playlist!

It features eleven poets recently published in the journal, including Jenna Martínez, Nina C. Peláez, Alejandro Lucero, Nathan Xavier Osorio, and more: shopoetryjournal.com/hispanic-her...
Hispanic Heritage Month Playlist 2025 - Shō Poetry Journal
To celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, we've curated this selection of poems by US-based Shō Poetry Journal contributors. This playlist features audio recordings by Jenna Martínez, Asheley…
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October 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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We are seeking cover art for our winter issue!

Send us up to 8 pieces to consider. It’s free to submit. Payment is one contributor copy and a small honorarium.

Full details: tinyurl.com/shocoverart
Five colorful issues of Shō Poetry Journal laid next to each other on a light grey mottled background. Black text on a pale cream background reads: "Open for Cover Art / Shō No. 8 (Winter 2025/26) / Free to submit / Closes October 12 / shopoetryjournal.submittable.com / Shō Poetry Journal / An Arizona-based print journal"
September 11, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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LAST CALL!!!

Subs close at the top of the hour.
shopoetryjournal.bsky.social Shō Poetry Journal @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social · Aug 31
Last call for submissions for Shō No. 8! We're still seeking work for our winter issue. Submissions close on August 31 at 11.59pm PT. We respond to submissions in 30 days or less.
September 1, 2025 at 6:12 AM
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Last call for submissions for Shō No. 8! We're still seeking work for our winter issue. Submissions close on August 31 at 11.59pm PT. We respond to submissions in 30 days or less.
August 31, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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This weekend is the last chance to get your work in.
Submissions close Sunday at midnight (PT).

Submit: shopoetryjournal.submittable.com
shopoetryjournal.bsky.social Shō Poetry Journal @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social · Aug 26
Submissions close in 6 days! We're looking for more work to fill our pages for Shō No. 8 (Winter 2025/26).

Submit: shopoetryjournal.submittable.com
[Illustration of two white stars and one white hummingbird shaped like a star, a take on The Star tarot card by Harim Choi. Text reads: Submissions close in 6 days.]
August 30, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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It's official: Shō Poetry Journal now nominates work for Best of the Net! We are pleased to share our nominees for the 2026 anthology.

Read these selected poems online at: shopoetryjournal.com/category/read/

These poems appear in Shō No. 7 (Summer 2025) alongside work by 41 other fantastic poets.
August 28, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Submissions close in 6 days! We're looking for more work to fill our pages for Shō No. 8 (Winter 2025/26).

Submit: shopoetryjournal.submittable.com
[Illustration of two white stars and one white hummingbird shaped like a star, a take on The Star tarot card by Harim Choi. Text reads: Submissions close in 6 days.]
August 26, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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Sometimes I catch myself parenting in the shadow of the Khmer Rouge.

Thanks to @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social and its editors for publishing this poem.

Happy Sunday, All!
August 24, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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If you're sending out work this weekend, please keep us in mind.
shopoetryjournal.bsky.social Shō Poetry Journal @shopoetryjournal.bsky.social · Aug 2
We’ve entered the final month of our reading period for Shō No.8. Send us poems!

• Payment is one contributor copy

• We award prize money for best poem in issue and best poem by an emerging poet

• We nominate for Best New Poets, Best Spiritual Lit, and the Pushcart Prize
August 23, 2025 at 12:28 PM