About the Journal

Verse Version: A Biannual Journal of Poetic Practice and Scholarship

Published by Leoman Publishing Co. LTD (UK-Registered), Verse Version, registered with Print ISSN 2051-526X and Online ISSN 2399-9705, is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing the study and creation of poetry across linguistic and cultural boundaries. Released biannually (Summer & Winter), it serves as a rigorous platform for poets, translators, and scholars to explore the art of verse in its multifaceted dimensions.

Core Scope & Content

Poetry Creation: Publishes original poetic works by emerging and established voices, emphasizing innovative forms and cross-cultural dialogues.

Poetics & Criticism: Features scholarly articles dissecting poetic theory, historical movements, and contemporary trends in global poetry.

Translation Studies: Specializes in critical analyses and curated translations of poetry, highlighting the nuances of transposing verse across languages14.

Interdisciplinary Dialogues: While rooted in literary studies, it welcomes intersections with philosophy, aesthetics, and cultural theory where poetry serves as the focal lens.

Academic Rigor

Double-Blind Peer Review: All submissions undergo strict evaluation by international experts to ensure scholarly integrity and originality.

Curated Thematic Issues: Select editions focus on pressing topics (e.g., "Postcolonial Poetics," "Digital Vernaculars in Verse"), providing deep dives into evolving discourses.

Global Reach

Submission Policy: Invites contributions worldwide, with a focus on Anglophone scholarship but open to multilingual works (accompanied by English translations).

Access: Available in print and digital formats; institutional subscriptions offered via Leoman Publishing’s platform (https://www.leoman.uk/).

Why Submit?

"Verse Version bridges the siloed realms of poetic practice and academia. Here, a translated haiku sits beside a deconstruction of its metrics; a poet’s manifesto sparks a theoretical rebuttal. This is where verse breathes in full dimension." — Editorial Philosophy