Non-Fiction 2019-2020
Ends on January 8, 2019
James Merrill Writer-in-Residence Application Process
Selection Criteria:
• A writer or scholar with a specific project of literary or academic merit who is committed to full-time residence in Stonington during his or her stay. We regret that the residency is not intended for completion of one’s dissertation.
• A person willing to contribute to the community. It is expected that this will include a reading or lecture for the community. Previous fellows have also conducted classes at the local high schools, workshops for interested local writers, and/or organized small discussion groups.
• A person of integrity and responsibility who can be entrusted with the Merrill Apartment and its contents.
• We welcome suggestions from applicants about ways in which our fellows might reinforce the community’s links to writing, poetry, and James Merrill’s legacy.
Applications:
We accept applications for the 2019-2020 residencies between October 1, 2018 and January 8, 2019 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time.
Decisions will be made by mid-March
A complete application includes the following documents:
1. A resume of four or fewer pages
2. A writing or work sample of ten or fewer pages
3. A statement of your plan of work while in Stonington CT
4. Two letters of reference
5. If applicable, a brief biographical sketch of a spouse or partner who would be residing in the apartment with you. Please note that due to the age and nature of the building we cannot accept pets and it may be difficult for a child to reside there. If you have a child that would need to reside with you during the residency please let us know.
6. A $30 application fee. Please direct inquiries about the application process or application status to writer@JamesMerrillHouse.org
