Odyssey Audiobook Serialization Begins: First Fully Dramatized Version
The SCP Edition of Homer's Odyssey, translated by Michael Solot, is now being released as a historic audiobook---marking the...
From the Society
SCP Journal XIV Published
The Society of Classical Poets Journal XIV has been published! It features poetry, translations, and essays selected from those published...
SCP Edition of Homer’s Odyssey Now Available
The Society of Classical Poets is proud to announce the publication of Homer's civilization-defining classic The Odyssey, translated by...
The 2025 Society of Classical Poets International Poetry Competition
. First Prize: $2,000. Publication on the Society's website and Journal. . Submission Fee: $20 (The fee comes with a...
The 2025 SCP International High School Poetry Competition
. First Prize: $200. Publication in the Society's website and The Society of Classical Poets Journal. . Submission Fee: $5...
SCP Symposium In-Person in September in Naperville, Illinois
. Request for Expression of Interest SCP Poet Russel Winick has graciously agreed to host an in-person SCP Symposium at...
Report on Results of the SCP Survey of Poets
. Report on Results of the SCP Survey of Poets by Roy E. Peterson and Evan Mantyk The survey had...
SCP Poetry Competition Winners’ Symposium—You’re Invited! (Updated with Link)
. The SCP Poetry Competition Winners’ Symposium Join the Symposium here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4772266878?pwd=V0lGeUFuSGFkeExOaTM4NlZ6NWRlUT09 You're Invited! Who: Everyone is invited to...
SCP Survey of Poets
. This survey is open to Society Member and non-Members alike. Designed by Roy E. Peterson and Evan Mantyk of...
SCP Journal XIII Published
. The Society of Classical Poets Journal XIII has been published! It features poetry, translations, and essays selected from those...
SCP Poet Lionel Willis (1932-2023) Passes Away
. The SCP has just learned of the passing of Canadian Member poet Lionel Willis on December 28, 2023. He...
SCP Journal XII Published—Read the Introduction & Table of Contents Here
. The Society of Classical Poets Journal XII has been published! It features poetry, translations, and essays selected from those...
The Best Poems of 2023: Winners of SCP International Poetry Competition
. The Best Poems of 2023: Winners of the 12th Annual SCP International Poetry Competition Judges Joseph S. Salemi, James...
The 2023 Society of Classical Poets International Poetry Competition
. But the great Master said, "I see No best in kind, but in degree; I gave a various gift...
Introduction to SCP Journal XI and First Section of Poems
. Below is the SCP Journal XI Introduction written by lead editor and SCP co-founder Evan Mantyk. After the Introduction...
The Society of Classical Poets Journal XI Published
. The Society of Classical Poets Journal XI has been published! It features poetry, translations, and essays selected from those...
The Best Poems of 2022: Winners of SCP International Poetry Competition
The Best Poems of 2022: Winners of the 11th Annual SCP International Poetry Competition Judges Joseph S. Salemi, James Sale,...
Society of Classical Poets Journal X Published
. The Society of Classical Poets Journal X has been published! It features poetry, translations, and essays selected from those...
Winners of the 100 Days of Dante Poetry Contest
Judges Angela Alaimo O’Donnell James Sale . OVERALL WINNER . Papa’s Commedia by Nicholas Walz That was hellish—the hulking chopper...
The Best Poems of 2021
The Best Poems of 2021: Winners of the 10th Annual International SCP Poetry Competition JudgesJoseph S. SalemiJames SaleEvan Mantyk Past...
Winners of 2022 High School Poetry Competition Announced
. First Place ($200 Prize) Alex Rubstein, 12th grade, homeschooled, Canton Aargau, Switzerland "Civis Romanus Sum" . Second Place Ellie...
100 Days of Dante Poetry Contest
100 Days of Dante Poetry Contest Sponsored by the Calvin Center for Faith & Writing with the Society of Classical...
The SCP Christmas and New Year 2021 Poetry Reading, Online
. You are invited to a reading of exquisite poetry and conversations with the poets. This reading is part of...
Video of the SCP Late Summer 2021 Poetry Reading
Held on September 19, 2021, hosted by James Sale. See full poetry details below the video: https://youtu.be/57lYz8tJtjM?t=3 Featured Poets “On...
The 21 Best Haiku of 2021
Winner and Runners-up of the Society of Classical Poets 2021 Haiku Competition Judged by Margaret Coats (see her remarks below)...
The Society of Classical Poets 2022 Poetry Competition
. WINNERS ANNOUNCED HERE. "Select, all ye who write, a subject fit, A subject not too mighty for your wit!...
2022 High School Poetry Competition
“Select, all ye who write, a subject fit, A subject not too mighty for your wit! Before you lay your...
2022 Poetry Translation Competition
“Select, all ye who write, a subject fit, A subject not too mighty for your wit! Before you lay your...
The SCP Late Summer 2021 Poetry Reading, Online
. You are invited to a reading of exquisite poetry and conversations with the poets. This reading is part of...
Society of Classical Poets Journal IX Published
. The Society of Classical Poets Journal IX has been published. It features poetry selected from poetry published on the...
Learning Poetry: A Guide for Students, Teachers, and Homeschoolers
. For teachers seeking a quick solution, see 10 Great Poems for Teaching in High School Classrooms. Introduction to Poetry...
The SCP Spring 2021 Poetry Reading, Online
. Videos of this event now available here. You are invited to a reading of exquisite poetry and conversations with...
In Memoriam: Poet Leo Zoutewelle (1935-2021)
Dear SCP Members and Readers, Poet Leo Zoutewelle died on March 11, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina under the care...
The Best Poems of 2020
The Best Poems of 2020: Winners of the 9th Annual International SCP Poetry Competition JudgesJoseph S. SalemiJames SaleEvan Mantyk Past...
Winners of 2021 High School Poetry Competition Announced
The talent this year has been astounding. Thank you to every high school student who participated. You are the future...
Winners of 2021 Poetry Translation Competition Announced
. Judges Margaret Coats Evan Mantyk . First Place ($100) Francesca Leader, Virginia "The Iroha Poem" by Kūkai (空海) (774–835)...
The Society of Classical Poets 2021 Poetry Competition
Winners Have Been Announced Here. "Poetry ... is a more philosophical and a higher thing than history: for poetry tends...
2021 High School Poetry Competition
"Poetry ... is a more philosophical and a higher thing than history: for poetry tends to express the universal,...
2021 Poetry Translation Competition
"Poetry ... is a more philosophical and a higher thing than history: for poetry tends to express the universal, history...
The 17 Best Haiku of 2020
Winner and Runners-up of The Society of Classical Poets 2020 Haiku Competition Judged by Mike Bryant and Susan Jarvis Bryant...
I like how the word Saturniid has two iambic feet which cleverly aids in pronunciation of a difficult word for…
I've never seen a luna moth, but I learned about them (from illustrated insect guides) when I was young. I…
I am so very happy that you are back Susan, with a wonderful new poem that is delightful to read…
Thank you, again, Margaret, regarding Cozy Estates. That ending just fell into place.
Thank you, Kyle, for your affirmation on that last couplet. Very much appreciated.
