Whiting Awards
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The Whiting Award is one of the most prestigious awards for emerging writers in the United States. Established in 1985 by the Whiting Foundation, it recognizes exceptional promise and early achievement in:
Requirements checklist
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Emerging Writer
• Applicants (nominees) should be writers in the early stages of their careers with exceptional promise.
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Literary Category
Work must fall into one or more categories: • Fiction • Nonfiction • Poetry • Drama
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Demonstrated Excellence
Candidates should have: • Outstanding literary talent. • Strong published work or productions. • Evidence of exceptional promise.
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Nomination Required
• Writers cannot apply directly. Instead: • Anonymous invited nominators (writers, editors, professors, critics, booksellers, agents, dramaturgs, etc.) each recommend one candidate. • Winners are selected by a confidential committee.
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No Age Restriction
There is:
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No minimum age requirement.
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No maximum age requirement.
• Talent may emerge at any stage of life