WRITEABILITY® Fellows Program 2027-2028 for Black and Native American Writers
Overview
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Deadline
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Up to five Fellows will join a one-week residency in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, followed by weekly online programming and mentorship through April 2028.
Application
Deadline
30 October 2026 (Note: Applications opened on October 1, 2026, and will close automatically when 30 applications are received or on October 30, 2026, whichever comes first). Tell Me
About the Program
The WRITEABILITY® Fellows Program is a prestigious, year-long initiative designed to support developing prose writers by providing a robust network of community, craft support, resources, and dedicated time to write. Sponsored by a generous donor, the inaugural 2027-2028 fellowship season selects up to five writers to participate in an immersive annual residency at the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, followed by year-long online peer accountability and mentorship.
Which Fields are Eligible: Prose Writing (Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Memoir, Novel/Story Writing). Type: Fully Funded Writing Residency & Year-Long Professional Fellowship
Who Can Apply
Demographics: Must identify as African American, African, Black, or Native American/Alaska Native . Experience Restrictions: Must never have attended a writing residency before.
Must never have published a book (including self-published works). Must never have earned a graduate-level degree in any genre of creative writing (MFA or equivalent).
Previous Awards: Must not currently be benefiting from a 2026-27 WRITEABILITY® scholarship (past recipients of WRITEABILITY® scholarships are eligible) . Availability: Must be available to attend the entire annual WRITEABILITY® Residency in-person from May 3 - 9, 2027 .
Must be available for live Zoom sessions on Thursdays from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET between May 6, 2027, and April 13, 2028 (80% attendance required; December and July are off). International Applicants: Eligible to apply, but note that WRITEABILITY® cannot provide visa support or advice , and international applicants will receive an additional set of questions to verify travel feasibility to/from the United States.
How are Applicants Selected: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis (capped at the first 30 submissions) by the WRITEABILITY® team and Board based on demonstrated dedication to prose writing, regular writing practice, and responsiveness to narrative
Application
questions and writing samples. Which Countries Are Eligible: Global (International applicants are welcome provided they can independently secure travel/visas to the United States).
Where will the Program be Taken: In-Person Residency: Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, USA . Online Component: Weekly virtual meetings via Zoom.
How Many Fellows: Up to 5 Fellows selected for the 2027-2028 cohort. What is the Benefit of the Program: Residency
Funding
Up to $1,500 awarded toward attendance at the annual WRITEABILITY® Residency (covering registration, meals, housing, and program…
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