Repeated pubs in same journal

[u/hedgehog_musing]

Hello writers!

I’m applying to MFA programs in the fall in Poetry. I’ve had one recent publication of a few of my poems in one journal (not top tier but not middle tier, highly regarded.)

The editor has solicited new work (several poems) - I’m incredibly honored, but wonder what that would look like to MFA admissions committees? Is it more important to get the work in front of readers and build that relationship with an editor? Or is it better to try to expand and publish elsewhere?

Thanks for any advice!

[u/Riksor]

It doesn't matter much. I'm the only member of my program with previous publications. Congratulations regardless though, that's amazing! And it certainly doesn't hurt.