Texas Institute of Letters

A fellowship of $10,000 will be given annually to an emerging, mid-level, or returning writer to support the completion of a poetry collection, book of fiction, or book of nonfiction. Writers who have lived in Texas for at least five consecutive years at some point in their lives are eligible, as are works with subject matter that substantially concerns Texas. Sharon Bridgforth, Robin Davidson, Preston Lewis, Rudy Ruiz, and Mimi Swartz will judge. Using only the online submission system, submit up to 30 pages of poetry or up to 50 pages of prose from the proposed project, a project description, a career development statement, a statement of eligibility, and a list of up to two pages of literary publications, awards, workshops, and/or writing programs, with a $35 entry fee by December 18. Visit the website for complete guidelines.