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Closing date: 5th October 2025 If you have the desire to write, a great idea and a compelling voice – and if you’re a writer of colour without the financial means to attend a Curtis Brown Creative course, this scholarship opportunity is for you.This scholarship will provide the full course fee for a talented writer of colour with limited financial means to study on our three-month online <a href="https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/course/writing-ya-and-children&amp;apos;s-fiction-three-months-1025" target="_blank">Writing YA &amp; Children's Fiction course</a> led by award-winning author Catherine Johnson. The course will run from 20 October 2025 to 16 February 2026.This scholarship is part of the <a href="https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/breakthrough-writers-programme" target="_blank">Breakthrough Writers’ Programme</a>, our outreach programme which offers opportunities to under-represented writers.&nbsp;We aim to promote diversity in our student groups and to enable talented writers to join our courses whom we might not otherwise have heard from. ELIGIBILITY<ul><li>The scholarship is open to writers of colour over the age of 18, who fulfil our low-income eligibility criteria.</li><li>Applicants must have one of the following categories of ethnicity: <ul><li>East Asian (Chinese; Japanese); South Asian (Indian; Pakistani; Bangladeshi); Southeast Asian (Vietnamese; Korean; Filipino); any other Asian background; Black African; Black Caribbean; Black Other; Mixed – White and Asian; Mixed – White and Black Caribbean; Mixed – White and Black African; any other mixed background from more than one group; or any other background by which you identify as a person of colour.</li></ul></li></ul>Applicants must also fulfil our financial criteria:<ul><li>Unmarried&nbsp;and not co-habiting with a partner,&nbsp;with an annual (gross, pre-tax) income of less than £25,000 and personal savings of less than £5,000.</li><li>Married or co-habiting with a partner, with a total annual (gross pre-tax) household income of less than £35,000 and personal savings (jointly or individually) of less than £5,000.</li></ul>If you don’t quite fit our financial criteria but are nonetheless financially challenged, then do apply, explaining your circumstances in the form.Our form asks you to make a statement about your ethnicity, your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity. TERMS &amp; CONDITIONS<ul><li>Applicants to the Breakthrough YA &amp; Children's Fiction Scholarship for Writers of Colour must fulfil our eligibility criteria. Our form asks you to make a statement about your ethnicity, your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity.</li><li>With respect to the earnings thresholds set out in our eligibility section: for salaried applicants, your&nbsp;current salary at date of application must be under the threshold. For self-employed applicants, your gross pre-tax profits (average figure for the last two financial years) must be under the threshold. State benefits such as jobseeker’s allowance should be counted as income.</li><li>Applicants may be asked to provide proof of their financial circumstances in support of their scholarship applications.</li><li>Because the scholarship is open only to those who do not have the means to attend the applicable course without financial assistance, applicants should bear in mind that their application will be considered only for the scholarship places and not for other fee-paying places on the courses.</li><li>Applicants to this scholarship must not be currently represented by a literary agent.</li></ul> READY TO APPLY?Curtis Brown Creative offers places on our courses on the basis of proven writing ability. Please apply with the first 3,000 words of the novel you’d like to work on during the course, and a synopsis of no more than a page (both need to be in the same document, as you can only upload ONE file to our application form). Please note that those with the financial means to attend our courses should not apply to this scholarship.This scholarship will be awarded to the applicant whose submission material shows the greatest potential and promise in our view. The decision will be made by the Curtis Brown Creative team.Our application process is simple, and we encourage all writers meeting the eligibility criteria to apply.Don’t worry if you have little or nothing to say in response to questions about e.g. writing experience or employment. Just fill out the form, upload your work and we’ll be in touch soon.The deadline for applications is&nbsp;Sunday 5 October, and we will respond to applicants by&nbsp;Thursday 9 October.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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Breakthrough YA & children's fiction scholarship for writers of colour

Closing date for applications: Sunday 14th September at 11.59pmSalary: Training allowance equivalent to the London Living Wage if based in London, or the National Living Wage elsewhere in the UKDuration: 10 monthsWorking hours: 3 days a week (9am –&nbsp;5pm, although negotiable)Location: RemoteStart date: 13th October 2025 Are you passionate about inclusivity in children's literature? Gain hands-on experience and develop a range of literary and technical skills with this remote training opportunity at a small, London-based independent publisher.<a href="https://www.lantanapublishing.com/" target="_blank">Lantana</a> is an award-winning children's book publisher and social enterprise with a mission to publish inclusive books by authors from under-represented groups and from around the world. Each year, we publish a select list of exceptional titles promoting diversity and inclusion, social and racial justice, gender equality, pride, empathy, mindfulness and wellbeing, with beautifully illustrated stories that help happy little minds to flourish. Many of our books are by debut authors who have gone on to achieve widespread recognition and win awards for their work. Several more are English translations of books originally published abroad by acclaimed international authors and which we’re excited to bring to English-speaking readers.Lantana is preparing to expand its catalogue at the end of 2026. The publishing trainee will play a key role in supporting this growth. At Lantana, we view publishing books for children and young people as a serious responsibility, as books shape the minds of tomorrow. We are seeking a motivated individual to help commission, develop, and shape engaging, high-quality content that reflects the diversity of modern society.The publishing industry offers a wide range of career paths, including editorial, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and design. As part of a small business, you will gain hands-on experience in multiple areas, making adaptability and a can-do attitude essential for success in this role.&nbsp;Although the role is fully remote, the trainee will have opportunities to travel to London and other parts of the UK to support author workshops and attend key publishing events such as festivals or award ceremonies. These are invaluable for professional development and for building industry networks. Networking is an essential part of publishing—it helps us connect with talented, vetted authors, illustrators, freelance editors, and designers, as well as a range of organisations that align with our mission.The trainee will receive mentoring on how to network effectively and present themselves professionally. All travel expenses will be reimbursed. These experiences will offer the trainee first-hand insight into the many interconnected roles within the publishing industry.As a small business, attendance at book fairs is vital. The trainee will help prepare for these events and&nbsp;will be offered to&nbsp;attend at least one fair. They will also gain hands-on experience and transferable skills across the creative industries, including digital marketing, event planning, editorial work, public speaking, design, content development, communication, and contract/quote negotiation. What you will gainBy the end of the traineeship, you will have:<ul><li>Gained the confidence and practical knowledge to apply for an entry-level role in publishing or a related role in the creative industry.</li><li>Attended at least one international book fair.</li><li>Contributed to editorial and marketing efforts for upcoming titles.</li><li>Built a foundational network of industry contacts.</li><li>Received mentorship and guidance tailored to their interests and professional goals.</li></ul> Key activitiesEditorial &amp; content creation<ul><li>Proofreading, copywriting, and fact-checking</li><li>Clearing permissions for content use</li><li>Writing advance information sheets for books</li><li>Reading and assessing manuscripts</li></ul>Marketing &amp; publicity<ul><li>Writing book festival pitches</li><li>Designing book adverts and social media assets</li><li>Creating compelling designs using Canva or Adobe Suite for marketing and publicity</li><li>Helping to grow and engage our online community</li><li>Conducting market research</li></ul>Administrative &amp; organisational skills<ul><li>Prize and translation grant administration</li><li>Maintaining and updating our database</li><li>Handling administrative tasks such as minute-taking, phone and email queries</li></ul> What you will learnEditorial &amp; content creation<ul><li>How to proofread, copywrite, and fact-check content for accuracy and clarity</li><li>Understanding copyright and permissions clearance for content use</li><li>How to write advance information sheets that effectively promote books</li><li>Skills in manuscript evaluation and providing constructive feedback</li></ul>Marketing &amp; publicity<ul><li>How to craft persuasive book festival pitches</li><li>The fundamentals of book marketing, including designing adverts and social media assets</li><li>Strategies for growing and engaging an online community around books</li><li>How to conduct market research to identify trends and target audiences</li></ul>Administrative &amp; organisational skills<ul><li>The process of prize and translation grants application</li><li>How to maintain and update a publishing database efficiently</li></ul> What we are looking for<ul><li>Writing &amp; communication skills:<ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Interest in learning how to write clear and engaging content (e.g., emails, reports, social media posts)</li><li>Interest in books, literature, publishing with a demonstrable interest in Lantana’s publishing</li></ul></li><li>Attention to detail &amp; organisation:<ul><li>Ability to review and check documents for accuracy (e.g., permissions, prize applications)</li><li>Good organisational skills to manage tasks like database updates and administrative work</li><li>Good time management and ability to meet deadlines</li></ul></li><li>Creative &amp; digital skills:<ul><li>Willingness to learn how to design promotional materials (e.g., book adverts, social media graphics)</li><li>Good working knowledge of tools like Canva or Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) and a flair for design</li><li>Interest in social media and online community engagement</li></ul></li><li>Research &amp; analytical thinking:<ul><li>Willingness to read and assess manuscripts with a critical eye</li><li>Interest in understanding how books are marketed and promoted</li></ul></li><li>Administrative &amp; teamwork skills:<ul><li>Comfortable handling administrative tasks like answering emails, taking minutes, and organising files</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate effectively with colleagues</li><li>Willingness to take initiative, work independently and learn new skills on the job</li><li>Strong IT skills</li></ul></li><li>Academic requirements:<ul><li>An undergraduate degree in Humanities or Science OR experience in writing and creative skills such as design</li></ul></li></ul> To apply<ul><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li><li>Do not contact the company directly</li><li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> This opportunity is open to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates.This role is part-funded by the&nbsp;Mo Siewcharran Memorial Fund which support internships for young talent from ethnicities that are under-represented in the theatre, publishing and music industries.

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Closing date: 21st September 2025 If you have the desire to write, a great idea for a work of speculative fiction and a compelling voice – and if you’re without the financial means to attend a Curtis Brown Creative course, this scholarship opportunity is for you.We are delighted to announce that this Breakthrough Scholarship for Fantasy Writers will provide the full course fee for a talented writer with limited financial means to study on our new nine-week Writing Fantasy course with Zoom teaching and feedback from bestselling fantasy author Lucy Holland. The course will run from 7 October to 9 December 2025.This scholarship is part of the <a href="https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/breakthrough-scholarships" target="_blank">Breakthrough Writers’ Programme</a>, our outreach programme which offers opportunities to under-represented writers.&nbsp;We aim to promote diversity in our student groups and to enable talented writers to join our courses who we might not otherwise have heard from. ELIGIBILITYThe scholarship is open to writers over the age of 18, who fulfil our low-income eligibility criteria.<ul><li>Unmarried&nbsp;and not co-habiting with a partner,&nbsp;with an annual (gross, pre-tax) income of less than £25,000 and personal savings of less than £5,000.</li><li>Married or co-habiting with a partner, with a total annual (gross pre-tax) household income of less than £35,000 and personal savings (jointly or individually) of less than £5,000.</li></ul>If you don’t quite fit our financial criteria but are nonetheless financially challenged, then do apply, explaining your circumstances in the form.Our form asks you to make a statement about your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity. TERMS &amp; CONDITIONS<ul><li>Applicants to&nbsp;the Breakthrough Scholarship for Fantasy Writers with Low Income must fulfil our eligibility criteria. Our form asks you to make a statement about your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity.</li><li>With respect to the earnings thresholds set out in our eligibility section: for salaried applicants, your&nbsp;current salary at date of application must be under the threshold. For self-employed applicants, your gross pre-tax profits (average figure for the last two financial years) must be under the threshold. State benefits such as jobseeker’s allowance should be counted as income.</li><li>Applicants may be asked to provide proof of their financial circumstances in support of their scholarship applications.</li><li>Because the scholarship is open only to those who do not have the means to attend the applicable course without financial assistance, applicants should bear in mind that their application will be considered only for the scholarship places and not for other fee-paying places on the courses.</li><li>Applicants to this scholarship must not be currently represented by a literary agent.</li></ul> READY TO APPLY?Curtis Brown Creative offers places on our courses on the basis of proven writing ability. Please apply with the first 3,000 words of the novel you’d like to work on during the course, and a synopsis of no more than a page (both need to be in the same document, as you can only upload ONE file in the application below). Please note that those with the financial means to attend our courses should not apply to this scholarship.This scholarship will be awarded to the applicant whose submission material shows the greatest potential and promise in our view. The decision will be made by the Curtis Brown Creative team.Our application process is simple, and we encourage all writers meeting the eligibility criteria to apply.Don’t worry if you have little or nothing to say in response to questions about e.g. writing experience or employment. Just fill out the form, upload your work and we’ll be in touch soon.The deadline for applications is&nbsp;Sunday 21 September, and we will respond to applicants by&nbsp;Thursday 25 September.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Breakthrough scholarship for fantasy writers with low income

Deadline for applications: 14th September 2025 Do you have a story that needs to be told? Writers of colour can apply for this scholarship to transform life experience and true stories into memoirs and non-fiction.The Breakthrough Scholarship for memoir &amp; narrative non-fiction writers of colour will award one talented writer a free place on our 'Writing Memoir &amp; Narrative Non-Fiction' course. Turn your life experience or the true story that fascinates you into a compelling book, with expert Zoom teaching, workshops and tutorials from award-winning author Wyl Menmuir. EligibilityThe scholarship is open to writers of colour over the age of 18, who fulfil our low-income eligibility criteria.Applicants must have one of the following categories of ethnicity: East Asian (Chinese; Japanese); South Asian (Indian; Pakistani; Bangladeshi); Southeast Asian (Vietnamese; Korean; Filipino); any other Asian background; Black African; Black Caribbean; Black Other; Mixed – White and Asian; Mixed – White and Black Caribbean; Mixed – White and Black African; any other mixed background from more than one group; or any other background by which you identify as a person of colour.Applicants must also fulfil our financial criteria:<ul><li>Unmarried&nbsp;and not co-habiting with a partner,&nbsp;with an annual (gross, pre-tax) income of less than £25,000 and personal savings of less than £5,000</li><li>Married or co-habiting with a partner, with a total annual (gross pre-tax) household income of less than £35,000 and personal savings (jointly or individually) of less than £5,000</li></ul>If you don’t quite fit our financial criteria but are nonetheless financially challenged, then do apply, explaining your circumstances in the form. Our form asks you to make a statement about your ethnicity, your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity. Terms &amp; conditions<ul><li>Applicants to the breakthrough scholarship for memoir &amp; narrative non-fiction writers of colour must fulfil our eligibility criteria. Our form asks you to make a statement about your ethnicity, your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity</li><li>With respect to the earnings thresholds set out in our eligibility section: for salaried applicants, your current salary at date of application must be under the threshold. For self-employed applicants, your gross pre-tax profits (average figure for the last two financial years) must be under the threshold. State benefits such as jobseeker’s allowance should be counted as income</li><li>Applicants may be asked to provide proof of their financial circumstances in support of their scholarship applications</li><li>Because the scholarship is open only to those who do not have the means to attend the applicable course without financial assistance, applicants should bear in mind that their application will be considered only for the scholarship place on the relevant course and not for other fee-paying places on the course</li><li>Applicants to this scholarship must not be currently represented by a literary agent</li></ul> Ready to apply?Curtis Brown Creative offers places on our courses on the basis of proven writing ability. We ask applicants to apply with the first 3,000 words of the memoir or narrative non-fiction book you’d like to work on during the course, and a synopsis of no more than a page (both need to be in the same document, as you can only upload ONE file in the application below). Please note that those with the financial means to attend our courses should not apply to this scholarship.The breakthrough scholarship for memoir &amp; narrative non-fiction writers of colour will be awarded to the applicant whose submission material shows the greatest potential and promise in our view. The decision will be made by the Curtis Brown Creative team.Our application process is simple, and we encourage all writers meeting the eligibility criteria to apply. Don’t worry if you have little or nothing to say in response to questions about e.g. writing experience or employment. Just fill out the form, upload your work and we’ll be in touch soon. The deadline for applications is Sunday 14 September, and we will respond to applicants by Thursday 18 September.Please include in your application that you found this opportunity through Creative Access. &nbsp;

Breakthrough scholarship for memoir & narrative non-fiction writers of colour

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