11.11 — A New Beginning
The Poem Stellium Anthology: The Beginners of a Poet’s Journey
Poem Stellium Ltd presents an anthology.
A continuation of our 11.11 series — rooted in place, shaped by presence, and dedicated to where it all begins.
This project is about beginnings.
Not just where you started, but the moment something in you began.
The line.
The feeling.
The realisation.
The quiet knowing that you were a poet.
Theme: The Beginners of a Poet’s Journey
We invite UK-based poets to reflect on their first encounter with language as power.
It may have been a childhood memory.
A sentence written in passing.
A classroom moment.
A line written in the dark.
A feeling you didn’t yet have the words for — until you did.
This anthology is a meeting point.
Of voices grounded in the same place, connected by the same beginning.
Submission Details
Eligibility: UK-based poets, 18+
Opening date: 22 February 2026
Closing date: TBA
Submit: One poem only (maximum 150 words)
Language: English
Format: Hardcover, in-house release available exclusively through Poem Stellium
Selected poets will be published and fully credited in the anthology. They will be invited to our launch event, receive a discounted copy of the book, and be offered free entry to selected Poem Stellium events and open mics.
Please note: all accepted poems will be formatted to fit the anthology’s design and layout. Individual formatting and visual arrangements may not be preserved.
Entry and Contributions
Submissions are contribution-based.
A minimum £1 contribution is required to submit. Contributions of £10 or more will be credited in the anthology as supporters of the arts.
All contributions go directly back into Poem Stellium Ltd — supporting editing, design, production, events, and future creative opportunities.
Contributions do not guarantee publication. All submissions are reviewed editorially.
How to Submit
To submit your work, complete the form below.
You will be asked to enter your details, submit your poem (maximum 150 words), select your contribution (£1 or £10+), and complete payment to finalise your submission.
Submission is completed upon successful payment.
Submission Form
Thank you for supporting the Poem Stellium Anthology.
This form is for paid submissions only. Please complete the details below to submit your poem for editorial review.
Theme: The Beginners of a Poet’s Journey
You may submit one poem only (maximum 150 words).
All submissions are reviewed editorially. Contributions do not guarantee publication.
Please note: all accepted poems will be formatted to fit the anthology’s design and layout. Individual formatting and visual arrangements may not be preserved.
Why UK Only
For this edition, submissions are open to UK-based poets. This allows us to build community in person, collaborate locally, and create opportunities for live readings and events.
Future editions will continue to expand across borders. This one begins at home.