Superstars Expanding Universe Scholarship

We’re proud to announce that we’re making space for marginalized communities to apply for a special branch of our Superstars Writing Seminars Scholarships.

Our goal is to increase the diversity of Superstars and provide an opportunity for people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ persons who might not otherwise be able to afford the conference. We want to see the industry open up to these unique voices and interesting perspectives.

Superstars is proud to present the Expanding Universe Scholarship, an opportunity to experience four full days of learning that will help recipients better navigate the pitfalls of publishing and enhance their careers.

Who is eligible to apply: Any writer who completes the scholarship application, including all required documents, and is free to attend Superstars on Wed-Sun over the conference week in February.

Scholarship recipients will receive:

  • Paid registration to the next Superstars Writing Seminars Conference, including Intensive Skills Day

This seminar can be a life-changing experience.
You can donate directly to this scholarship fund using the following link.

On behalf of the SSWS founders, faculty, staff and myself, thanks to everyone who contributed to our scholarship funds. Your generosity is paramount in helping us to offer education and networking opportunities to new writers. We appreciate your assistance in helping them get one step closer to their endeavors and dreams.

Marie Whittaker

Director, Superstars Writing Seminars

Scholarship Recipients

YEAR 2023
  • Michael Bonner
  • Melissa Meibos
  • Megan Miller
  • Cherise Papa
  • Annmarie San Severo
  • Wendy Newman
  • Emily Smith
  • Jennifer Roberts
YEAR 2022
  • Ian Breeze-Cannon
  • Dan Bridgwater
  • Carrie Callahan
  • Becca Gardner
  • Rebekah Gwaltney
YEAR 2021
  • 2021 conference postponed due to Covid-19 pandemic
YEAR 2020
  • J.C. Archer
  • Erin M. Brown
  • Alicia Cay
  • Ethan Gaskins
  • Isidora Hart
  • Kat Kellermeyer
  • Elise Stephens
  • Elizabeth Ticknor
  • Rebecca E. Treasure
  • Thomas Woodward
YEAR 2019
  • Jennifer Bralick
  • Ash Greythorne
  • Jen Hutchins
  • John Mabey
  • Adrianne Montoya
  • Wulf Moon
YEAR 2018
  • Debbie M. Allen
  • Carina Bissett
  • Ashlee Cowles
  • Holly Heisey
  • Shannon Marsh
  • Rebecca P. Minor
  • Jennifer Rose
  • Katherine Sanger
YEAR 2017
  • Liz Colter
  • Courtney Farrell
  • Blair McGregor
  • Lehua Parker
  • Aubrey Pratt
YEAR 2016
  • Barbara Nickless
  • Jacqui Hopson
  • Scott Parkin
  • Karen Pellett
  • Holly Roberds
YEAR 2015
  • Joy Auburn
  • Christopher Baxter

Anthologies

The sales of these anthologies provide the primary source of funding for the Superstars scholarship program.
Pick up one (or all) of these anthologies today for great stories and to support a great cause.
Click on the covers to learn more, including where to buy your copy.