The Half and One Editorial Fellowship is a three-month, fully remote programme designed to support bold, original voices in fiction, poetry, and narrative non-fiction. Rooted in Half and One’s commitment to building a global literary community, the Fellowship seeks writers who are unafraid to experiment with form, language, and storytelling. Open to emerging and established writers alike, the programme invites applicants to submit a single piece of writing that reflects both craft and creative ambition, with the selected Fellow receiving a $3,000 award. The Fellowship is presented in collaboration with the Directorate of Arts and Culture, strengthening its commitment to nurturing literary talent and cultural expression.
Over the course of the Fellowship, the selected writer will work closely with the Half and One editorial team to develop and publish two original pieces. The process is collaborative and rigorous, offering insight into editorial practices, publishing standards, and audience engagement across an international platform. Beyond the writing itself, the Fellowship also creates space for dialogue, mentorship, and reflection culminating in an online session where the Fellow will engage with creative students from Northeast India, sharing their journey, process, and perspectives.
More than a prize, the Half and One Editorial Fellowship is an investment in storytelling as a force that connects cultures, challenges narratives, and builds communities. In partnership with the Directorate of Arts and Culture, it reflects Half and One’s larger vision of nurturing a new generation of writers while amplifying diverse voices from across the world. For writers looking not only to publish, but to grow, collaborate, and contribute to a larger creative ecosystem, the Fellowship offers both opportunity and purpose.
Submission Guidelines
We accept submissions in:
- Fiction (up to 4000 words)
- Narrative Non-Fiction (up to 4000 words)
- Poetry (up to 50 lines, excluding title)
Important:
- Submit only one piece.
- The work must be original and previously unpublished.
- Submissions must be in English.
- Simultaneous submissions are allowed, but you must notify us if accepted elsewhere.
Entry Fee
- $35 USD per submission
- All fees are non-refundable
Eligibility
- Open to writers worldwide
- Applicants must be 18 years or older
What the Fellow Receives
- $3000 USD Fellowship Award
- Publication of two original pieces in Half and One
- Editorial engagement with our team
- Opportunity to deliver an online session for creative students from Northeast India
Fellowship Requirements
The selected Fellow will:
- Complete the Fellowship over 3 months
- Submit two new original pieces during the Fellowship
- Participate in one online session at the end of the programme
Selection Process
Submissions are evaluated by the Half and One editorial team based on:
- Originality
- Craft
- Voice
- Impact
One Fellow will be selected. All decisions are final.
Rights
- Half and One will hold first publication rights for work produced during the Fellowship.
- Rights revert to the author after publication, with acknowledgment of Half and One as the original publisher.
Additional Information
- Incomplete or non-compliant submissions will not be considered.
- Plagiarism or misrepresentation will result in disqualification.
- Half and One reserves the right to withhold the Fellowship if no suitable candidate is found.
