Shadow Play Publications* is pleased to announce that it is now compiling poetry from Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas that addresses the community, social issues, relationships and current events. Those who submit work must be between the ages of 15-35 and must currently reside in one of the states mentioned.

A total of 100 poems will be selected. Sumissions must be postmarked by Monday, January 30, 2006. Winners will be notified by Friday, February 10, 2006.

The book "Our Voice: Poetry with a Purpose" will be released on Friday, April 7, 2006 during National Poetry Month. Each winner will receive 5 copies of the book and have their picture and bio included in the volume.

Each applicant should enclose a copy of these instructions, a $3 registration fee for each poem submitted (no limit), a short bio and a photo of any size. All submissions must be typed.

Submissions should be mailed to the following:

"Our Voice" Poetry Contest
105 McCornell Circle
Brandon, MS 39042

For more information, contact Cyrus A. Webb at 601.201.8139 or via email at cawebb4@juno.com.

* Shadow Play Publications is a subsidiary of C. A. Webb, Inc.