The Central Avenue Poetry Prize 2026

A stirring third showcase of acclaimed and emerging poets from around the world, this collection invites readers to experience the voices that are shaping contemporary poetry—and the emotions that unite us all.

Volume three of The Central Avenue Poetry Prize showcases a dynamic chorus of voices from around the world—each one offering a unique window into the human condition. This anthology brims with feeling: loss and yearning, joy and curiosity, the quiet beauty of everyday existence. Every...