Contest awards last poet standing

A $1,000 grand prize is being offered to the last poet standing in a contest sponsored by the Christian Poets Guild.

Poems of 21 lines or fewer on any subject and in any style will be judged by the guild contest director Dr. Jack Carroll. "We love encouraging poets," Carroll said.

The contest is free to enter and open to poets of any age.  Fifty prizes totaling more than $5,000 will be awarded.

Entries must be received by February 28 and may be submitted by mail to 7308 Heritage Dr., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 or at www.freecontest.com

Those sending entries should include their name and address on the same page as the poem. A winners list will be sent to all entrants.

For more information about the contest, contact  Dr. Jack Carroll, Contest Director as JC1@mighty.net