A Few New Words - Poetry Publishing Initiative
A Few New Words is designed to encourage new, short publications by emerging Western Australian poets. Established poets who are experimenting with a new direction and collaborations between poets and artists or designers are encouraged to apply.
Publishing includes print publications and electronic media.
Proposals must be for activities that will assist in developing and enhancing your practice and increasing your profile. A Few New Words grants can assist with all costs related to the creation and distribution of the final work, excluding a fee for writing.
Up to five grants may be awarded per year.
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed against the selection criteria of the Arts Grants Program. Applications to this category must also address:- demonstrated innovation in form, content and/or strategies for audience development
- potential for a raised local and national profile for the poet
Eligibility
Please see the general eligibility requirements of the Arts Grants Program.Support Material
In addition to the general support material of the Arts Grants Program please include:- the completed manuscript
- sample designs and/or a detailed description of design
- a credible and concise plan for marketing and distribution that takes into account the nature of the opportunities currently available and the networks that will be used (up to three pages)
Funding Cap
$4000Closing Dates
Please review closing dates for this grant.
