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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Michelle Phương Hồ's debut poetry collection, Bone Symphony, comes out October 13th! Here's a little bit of what Michelle had to tell us about it! Read the entire exclusive interview with Michelle on boaeditions.org. #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts #debutpoetrycollection

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Leigh Lucas is the author of Splashed Things, winner of the 2024 A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize. Winners of the Poulin Prize will have their manuscript published by Boa Editions as well as win a $1,000 prize. To enter and view submission guidelines, visit our website at boaeditions.org/submissions.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Tonight is the night, and you do NOT want to miss this! At 6pm, we will gather at the Rochester Academy of Medicine for a night of poetry and community. Tickets are still on sale and can be purchased at the door; visit the link in bio to get yours, or learn how else to support if you can't make it.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Michael Waters's newest poetry collection, Pagan Sky, comes out October 6th! Here's a little on what Michael had to say about his new collection. To read the entire exclusive interview, visit boaeditions.org. #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Boa's 50th Anniversary Gala is in two days, and we in the Boa office are so excited to share this beautiful evening with our community. If you've yet to purchase your ticket, it isn't too late! Find out more at the link in our bio!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Submissions for Boa's 26th annual A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize are open now through November 30th! Last year's winner, Alejandro Lucero, shares some words about what winning the Poulin Prize means to him. For more information regarding eligibility and submission requirements, visit boaeditions.org.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Next Saturday, September 26th, is Boa's 50th Anniversary Gala, and we are so excited to share these silent auction items with our community! Pictured here are gifts provided by eight local businesses that offer food/drink, as well as seven art pieces that will be up for auction.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Boa's 50th Anniversary Gala is almost a week away, and we want to share some of our exciting auction items, provided by generous donors and local businesses! Items displayed here are experiences and literary items, ranging from gift baskets to theatre tickets to literary magazine subscriptions!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Boa Editions is proud to announce that Jeffrey S. Chapman of Detroit, MI, is the winner of the 16th annual Boa Short Fiction Prize. His winning manuscript, EVERYONE IS LOST, was selected by Executive Director and Publisher Peter Conners. Visit our blog at boaeditions.org for more information!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📣 We are thrilled to announce that Jenny Browne's new poetry collection is officially out today!🌍️🩵 We couldn’t be more grateful to be part of its journey and hope this book finds its way into the hearts of readers worldwide. Congratulations, Jenny, on this wonderful new book!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The BOA team is so happy to announce James Ciano & Leigh Lucas as this year's finalists for the CALIBA Golden Poppy Book Awards. To continue to support their work, check out James Ciano's book "The Committee Of Men" & Leigh Lucas's book "Splashed Things".

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🎂 We are so grateful to be celebrating 50 years with such a devoted community of writers and readers, and we cannot wait to hear all the voices we'll share in the next 50. To help Boa thrive for years to come, please visit boaeditions.org and consider contributing to our Capital Campaign!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

A small but stunning excerpt from Jenny Browne's poem "How to Sing Water, How to Sing Air." This collection is out this Tuesday, September 15th! Purchase your copy today at boaeditions.org #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🌍️ On September 26th, she joins Naomi Shihab Nye for readings and book signings at Boa's 50th Anniversary Gala. Tickets are still available at the link in our bio for a night of revelry, poetry, libations, and a buffet catered by Julia K Caters. Get your tickets today! 🎈

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Jenny Browne's newest poetry collection, I Am Trying to Love the Whole World, comes out in just one week (September 15th)! Here's a little of what Jenny Browne had to tell us about it. Read the entire exclusive interview on boaeditions.org. #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

We're just ONE MONTH away from the publication date of Michael Waters's newest poetry collection! While we wait, we thought we'd share some of our other titles that would make a great pair! Pre-order your copy today at boaeditions.org #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🥂 Naomi Shihab Nye will join us on September 26th, alongside Jenny Browne (post coming soon!), to celebrate this milestone event with literature, music, dinner, drinks, and community at the Rochester Academy of Medicine. You will NOT want to miss this! ✨️

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A small but powerful excerpt from the poem "Beautiful Gaza" from Nye's new collection Sidekick which is out now. Order your copy today at boaeditions.org #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📣 Sale ends tonight! We are so grateful to all of you who have placed orders. Your support means the world to us. Enjoy your new collections and have a great rest of your summer! 20% off discount is automatic at checkout! Visit our store at boaeditions.org #poetrysale #booksale #indiepublishers

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📣 Today is the day: Naomi Shihab Nye’s newest poetry collection, Sidekick, is officially out in the world!📣 It is such an honor to publish this beautiful collection and to help bring Naomi’s words to readers. We couldn’t be more grateful to be part of its journey. Order at boaeditions.org.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Just a few more days left! To place your order, visit us at boaeditions.org today. Our 20% off discount is automatic at checkout, so there's no need to track down a code. We hope you enjoy! 😎 #Boabooksale #TheSealeyChallenge #indiepublisher #poetrysale

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Jenny Browne's new collection is out in just a few weeks and we are beaming as we're packing all these pre-orders. If you haven't purchased a copy yet, now is the time! Order one before our summer sale ends on Aug 31st! 🛍️ Visit boaeditions.org

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

As the 26th annual A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize open submission period continues, we'd like to take some time to reflect on previous winners. From Chen Chen to Danni Quintos to Derrick Austin, Boa has published some extraordinary literary talents over the years and we can't wait to see who's next!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

There's still time! Visit us online at boaeditions.org and place your order today while our SUMMER SALE lasts. p.s. We hope you've been enjoying our Fall 2026 season promo. Consider pre-ordering today! #Boabooksale #boabooks #poetrysale #poets #booksale #indiepublishing

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Naomi Shihab Nye's newest poetry collection, Sidekick, comes out in just a few weeks (September 1st)! Check out what Naomi Shihab Nye has to say about it and head over to the Boa blog to read the full interview! boaeditions.org

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

🎁 Want to support Boa Editions but can't make it to our gala? Have a business you want to spotlight? Consider partnering with Boa as we celebrate by donating an auction item or becoming a sponsor! Find out more on our ticketing site linked in bio, or reach out directly to updike@boaeditions.org. ✨️

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

As we approach the first releases of our Fall 2026 season, we're celebrating all the small moments that make 50 years of Boa so special. To ensure Boa can continue bringing vital voices to a world of readers for another 50 years, please consider contributing to our Raise Your Voice Capital Campaign.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Submissions for Boa's 26th annual A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize are open now through November 30th! This year, we're delighted to announce acclaimed poet Jennifer Chang as judge. Her books include An Authentic Life, Some Say the Lark, and The History of Anonymity.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Three-time Boa poet Charles Rafferty speaks to his first interaction with Boa Editions and how A. Poulin, Jr. helped "show him the ocean". To add to our Raise Your Voice! Capital Campaign and help support authors from their debuts to their New and Selecteds, visit the link in our bio!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

The Sealey Challenge live and so is our SUMMER SALE! We hope you consider purchasing some Boa books or book bundles for your reading list! Visit us online at boaeditions.org. #TheSealeyChallange #Booksale #summerbooksale #BOAbooksale #poetrysale #indiepublishers

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Pre-order Naomi Shihab Nye's upcoming release, Sidekick, during our SUMMER SALE while it lasts! Visit boaeditions.org to pre-order today. #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

“Michael Waters is perhaps the best poet of his generation.” —Floyd Collins, The Gettysburg Review Pre-order your copy today at boaeditions.org #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

On Saturday, September 26th, at 6 p.m. at Rochester Academy of Medicine, Boa will be hosting our 50th anniversary gala. Join us for live music, powerful readings by Naomi Shihab Nye and Jenny Browne, fine food, complimentary beer and wine, and a silent auction. Scan the QR code to learn more!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Boa poet Jennie Malboeuf shares some of her favorite Brigit Pegeen Kelly poems! From Pegeen Kelly's SONG to Malboeuf's JUMP THE GUN, Boa books have been influencing and conversing with contemporary poetry since 1976. To keep the conversation going, consider contributing to our Capital Campaign.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

The time has come! Submissions are open for Boa's 26th annual A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize! Open from August 1st - November 30th, the winning manuscript will be published by Boa Editions in Spring 2028 and receive a $1,000 prize. For more information, go to boaeditions.org/submissions. Good luck!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Pre-order Naomi Shihab Nye's upcoming release, Sidekick, during our SUMMER SALE staring tomorrow, August 1st! Visit boaeditions.org to pre-order today. #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

What's better than reading a good book? Listening to a curated playlist to immerse yourself in that book entirely! Inspired by James Ciano's debut collection The Committee of Men, our summer intern Elena Garcia created a Spotify playlist to enhance your reading experience. Listen today! 🎧️

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Bundle up this fall with these incredible books! With this one-time purchase you will receive a box with all 5 titles from Boa's fall season along with a few select goodies from us (broadsides, bookmarks, pens, pins, etc.).📚️🍂

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Our SUMMER SALE is live! Please enjoy 20% off your entire order through the month of August! Now would be a great time to buy one of our forthcoming Fall 2026 collections, if you haven't already! The Sealey Challenge is also live and we can't wait to see which Boa books you're reading this August!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

💅 Ultra-talented poet, beautiful human, and writer of DISASTER TOURISM, Rena J. Mosteirin, speaks to her time in a Lucille Clifton-led poetry workshop and the moment she was published with Boa. Learn more about donating to our Capital Campaign at the link in our bio! ✨️

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Pre-order Naomi Shihab Nye's upcoming release, Sidekick, during our SUMMER SALE this August. Visit boaeditions.org to pre-order today. #newbook #boabook #poetry #bookgifts

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Our SUMMER SALE is officially live! Please enjoy 20% off your entire order through the month of August! Now would be a great time to buy one of our forthcoming Fall 2026 collections, if you haven't already! 👀 We'll be sharing more about each one of these lovely collections this month, so stay tuned!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

“It is difficult to imagine poetry could be more finely crafted and compelling than the work of Michael Waters, who has been quietly writing some of the best poetry in the United States for the past three decades.” —Stephan Delbos, The Prague Post Pre-order your copy today at boaeditions.org

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

🐺 Barry Wallenstein's BEAST IS A WOLF WITH BROWN FIRE was the second book ever published in Boa's New Poets of America series in 1977. By contributing to our Capital Campaign, you add another voice to this enduring chorus. Find out more on our website, boaeditions.org, link in bio!

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🍌 Poets Kim Addonizio and Dorianne Laux celebrate Boa's 50th birthday, bunnies, bananas, and friendship! You can support Boa through this milestone year by checking out the Support tab on our new and improved website (boaeditions.org) and contributing to our Raise Your Voice! Capital Campaign.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🎂 Happy birthday, Boa! To add your voice to the chorus and help Boa thrive for years to come, please visit our website boaeditions.org and consider contributing to our Capital Campaign! 🎁

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The time has come... we've been working behind the scenes on a special project and today we can finally share it with you all! Boa's new website is officially up and running! 🥳 Check it out at boaeditions.org.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

While the nation celebrates 250 years, we're also celebrating our 50th birthday! We have seen, heard, and published voices throughout twenty percent of America's history, and we are nowhere close to done. Visit our new website on Tuesday, 7/7 and join us in our mission to keep the chorus unbroken.

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

🎂 July is Boa's birthday month, marking 50 years of bringing vital voices to a world of readers! To add your voice to the chorus and help Boa thrive for years to come, please visit our website boaeditions.org and consider contributing to our Capital Campaign! 🎁

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BOA Editions @boa-editions.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Happy first day of summer 🌞🌺! Swipe through to read staff picks of summery poems from our latest published collection. Photography by summer 2026 interns Elena Garcia and Daisy Sheldon Graphic design by summer 2026 intern Daisy Sheldon

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