The Selling and Self-Regulation of Contemporary Poetry

The Selling and Self-Regulation of Contemporary Poetry is the first book-length study of the contemporary poetry industry, documenting radical changes in the way poems are published, sold, and consumed. It argues that poetry's continued growth and diversification leaves individuals with more responsibility for sustaining its communities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 246 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2021
Publisher: Anthem Press

The Selling and Self-Regulation of Contemporary Poetry is a groundbreaking book-length study that delves into the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary poetry industry. By meticulously documenting significant transformations that have taken place over the past decade, it establishes a profound connection between the seemingly secluded realm of poetry and the broader creative industries. Through this comprehensive reassessment, the book challenges the conventional notion that poetry is immune to or even resistant to material concerns, unveiling the pressing realities and abundant opportunities that poets and publishers face in the aftermath of economic and cultural shifts since 2008. The book explores the evolving roles of anthologies, prizes, and publishers alongside the emergence of new technologies, arts policies, and re-conceptualizations of poetic labor. Ultimately, it makes a compelling argument that poetry's ongoing growth and diversification simultaneously imposes upon individuals an increased responsibility to nurture and sustain its vibrant communities.

Weight: 382g
Dimension: 152 x 227 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839981807