Switchback Books is thrilled to announce the upcoming publication of two books of poetry. Principles of Economics by Kristen Case is the winner of the 2017 Gatewood Prize, selected by judge Heather Christle. The contest runner-up, Grand Marronage by Irène Mathieu, will be published as an Editor’s Choice selection. Thank you to everyone who submitted manuscripts to this year’s contest. We are honored to read your work. Congratulations also to our finalists and semi-finalists, selected by the editors: Finalists Nikia Chaney, akhi Ines Pujos, Lilly of the Valley Gale Thompson, Expeditions to the Polar Seas Laura Wetherington, Parallel Resting Places Semi-Finalists Isabel Sobral Campo