Gulliver’s Travel Grant Program
The Gulliver’s Travel Grant Program is offering up to $1,000 to writers of speculative literature for travel that supports research and creative projects. The grant covers airfare, lodging, and other travel expenses.
Eligibility:
- Writers working in speculative literature (no prior publication required)
- Submit a writing sample (up to 10 pages of poetry, 10 pages of drama, or 5,000 words of fiction/creative nonfiction)
- Include a one-page synopsis if submitting excerpts from a longer work
- Submit a cover letter detailing project, intended travel, and estimated completion date
- Provide a bibliography of previously published work (if available)
Grant Benefits:
- Up to $1,000 USD to cover travel expenses
- Flexibility: Travel may occur at any point in the year following the grant cycle
- Exposure: Recipients contribute a 500-1,000 word research report and an autobiographical statement for public and internal records
How to Apply:
- Prepare a cover letter explaining the project, travel location, and expected completion date
- Include a writing sample within the allowed length and a synopsis if applicable
- Attach a bibliography of previously published work (if available)
- Submit the application online by November 30, 2025 (12:00 AM – 11:59 PM UTC-4)
