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Duotrope
Duotrope is a subscription-based service for writers that offers an extensive, searchable database of current fiction, poetry, and non-fiction markets. There is a free 7-day trial period.
Poets & Writers
Find literary magazines for poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction; agents; contests and jobs.
Literary MarketPlace
A directory of America and Canadian book publishing.
The Writer's Market
Provides information on literary agents, contests, awards, and magazines.
Poet's market
A Writer's Market for poets.

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University of Arizona Poetry Center
A nationally renowned special collections library and archive, academic and community resource and sponsor of numerous outreach programs, including its distinguished Visiting Poets and Writers Reading Series, the Poetry Center has become one of the foremost literary arts centers in America.
Case Libre en la Solana
The mission of Casa Libre en la Solana is to support and enhance the creativity of professional and novice writers by providing uninterrupted time for work through residency programs; and to provide a venue for classes, readings, and other professional development opportunities.
Arizona State Poetry Society
Encourages the writing and reading of poetry, and to further the goals of the National Federation of State Poetry Societies in securing further public recognition of the art of poetry.
POG: Poetry in Action
A collective of poets, literary critics, and practitioners of other art forms who have joined together in Tucson, Arizona. As a federally-recognized, non-profit organization, POG promotes active appreciation of and engagement with avant-garde artistic work in a variety of media.
Kore Press
Publishes literary and artistic work by by women, including those traditionally underrepresented in the cultural mainstream.
Persona
An annual magazine of art and literature designed, edited, produced, and marketed by University of Arizona undergraduates of all majors.
Sonora Review
One of the oldest student-run literary journals in the country, put together solely by graduate students in the Creative Writing Department at the University of Arizona.

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Poets & Writers Guide to MFA Programs
Search a comprehensive database of graduate creative writing programs.
The Low Residency MFA Handbook
Offers prospective graduate students an in-depth preview of low-residency creative writing MFA programs. The guide also clarifies the application process and offers application tips from program directors and alumni. It also considers funding, program structures, and unique opportunities such as editorships and assistantships.

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