River Styx International Poetry Contest Winners

River Styx 101 features the winners and honorable mentions of their 2018 International Poetry Contest, selected by Maggie Smith.

First Place
“Broken Season” by Andrew Hemmert [pictured]

Second Place
“Self-Portrait on the Beloved’s Body” by Michael Dhyne

Third Place
“Parting with Saddles” by Skyler LaLone

Honorable Mentions
“Oranges in Michigan” by Andrew Hemmert
“Street Vendor” by Mariano Zaro

The 2019 International Poetry Contest is open until May 31, 2019 with a $1500 first prize, judged by Oliver de Paz.