Bursaries.
A full day for serious writers. Three bursaries are available for underrepresented writers to attend the festival for free.
Available
3 free places
Value
Worth £119 each
Eligibility
Underrepresented writers
Three free places for underrepresented writers.
We are offering three bursaries for underrepresented writers — writers who are disabled, of BAME descent, or of low income — to attend the festival for free.
Disabled writers
Writers living with a disability or long-term condition.
Writers of BAME descent
Black, Asian and minority ethnic writers.
Writers of low income
For whom the ticket price is a genuine barrier.
What to include.
01
Your name, address and email
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The category you wish to apply for
And the reasons why you think you qualify.
03
Your writing career
This may include any courses on writing you have attended and any of your writing which may have been published or won awards.
04
A 250-word sample of your writing
Provide the context where necessary.
Tell us your story.
Complete the form and we'll receive your application directly. All fields are required.
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Every application is read personally by our team.
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Your details are kept confidential and used only to assess your application.
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We'll be in touch by email about the outcome.
Application received
Thank you for applying for a bursary. We'll be in touch about the outcome.