The Working Class Writers Grant provides $1,000 annually to speculative fiction writers who are working class, financially disadvantaged, or homeless. It supports writers working in genres like science fiction, fantasy, horror, folk and fairy tales, slipstream, and magical realism. The grant helps cover costs such as computers, books, tuition, or workshops, enabling access to the writing world. Applicants may apply anonymously or pseudonymously, and recent winners can reapply with lower priority within two years.
Eligible applicants include speculative fiction writers who are financially disadvantaged, such as those qualifying for government assistance, living paycheck-to-paycheck, or below 200% of the poverty line. The grant is open internationally, with applicants assessing eligibility based on their home
