There is a small entry fee of $5.00 per poem. These fees may be paid through PayPal or by mail. See below for additional information on these payment options. There is a limit of 10 poems that may be entered per poet, and each poem entry must be paid individually if using the PayPal payment option.

If sending entry fees via mail, Shadow Poetry accepts cash, money orders, cashiers check, and personal checks. All fees paid must be in the form of US dollars. Shadow Poetry will not refund entry fees under any circumstances. Combined payments accepted (multiple entries, multiple contests). All entries are final.