Grants For Authors, Writers and Poets
Funding to support the literary arts.
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Grants For Authors/Writers
1. [NEW] The Norton Writer’s Prize - For Undergraduate Students
This opportunity recognizes outstanding original nonfiction by undergraduates. The contest is open to students aged 18 and above enrolled in an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university during the 2024–2025 academic year. Three cash prizes of $1,000 apiece will be awarded in 2025 for coursework submitted during the academic year. Entry requires nomination by an instructor in the entrant’s undergraduate institution.
Deadline: June 15, 2025
2. [NEW] The Narrative Prize - For New or Emerging Writers
This $5,000 Prize is awarded annually for the best short story, novel excerpt, poem, graphic story, or work of literary nonfiction by a new or emerging writer. During each year, previously unpublished works may be submitted for consideration for the Narrative Prize.
Deadline: June 15, 2025