Early career scholars who lack institutional support for book manuscript review.; Must have a preliminary draft of their full manuscript complete at the time of application.
Requirements
Summary of your book project (1,000 word-max.); Overview of project stage and how it will benefit from committee review, including a statement of need (500-word max.); Preliminary list of 3-5 Readers.; Letter of interest from one Reader indicating their interest in the project and the potential value of the project to the field.; Relevant highlights from your CV (500-word max.)
Application materials
Summary of book project; Project stage overview and statement of need; List of potential readers; Reader's letter of interest; CV highlights
How to apply
Submit via the online portal by 11:59pm ET on September 15, 2025.; Review the Fellowships FAQs page before applying.; Submit required application materials via the portal.
Important dates
Applications open: July 15; Applications due: September 15, 2025 by 11:59 pm (ET); Applicants informed of status: no later than November 1, 2025; Manuscript draft due: March 1, 2026; Fellowship workshop dates: May 21-22, May 28-29, June 4-5, 2026
Contact
institute@folger.edu
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