The Conversation Prize
The Conversation Insights is partnering Faber and Curtis BrownSee Curtis Brown listing in launching a writing prize for academics.
The Conversation Prize aims to discover 'the most promising new writers from the world of academia' and is aimed at experts who are keen to develop a trade publishing career.
The winner will receive £1,000, publication on the Conversation's website, and mentorship from a Curtis Brown literary agent and a Faber book editor.
Applicants should submit a 2,000-word article based on their area of expertise, plus a trade non-fiction book idea that they would like to develop into a publishing proposal. The deadline is 30 November.
Are you an academic keen to develop a writing career? Do you have a book idea that has the potential to be a nonfiction bestseller?
The Conversation Insights, in partnership with talent agency The Curtis Brown GroupRepresents screenwriters and specialises in film and TV. Commission : 15-20%.
Website includes submission guidelines. Also represents directors, designers and actors.
Founded 1914. and book publisher Faber, is looking for the best longform article and nonfiction book idea aimed at a general audience from our community of academics.
If you are an expert in your field who wants to develop your writing career for a wider audience, enter your 2,000-word story for a chance to win £1,000, online publication of your article on The Conversation's website, and mentorship for developing a nonfiction book from a literary agent from Curtis Brown and a Faber book editor.
As part of your submission, we'd also like you to include an idea for a trade nonfiction book on your article subject. Please pitch your proposed book idea in 350 words or less and explain why you're the right person to write this book.
Submissions should be in the following areas: History, Arts + Culture, Business + Economy, Education, Environment, Health, Politics + Society, Science + Technology or World.
More details
https://theconversation.com/the-conversation-prize-for-writers-in-partne...
