Grant in Crime Fiction

The Eleanor Taylor Bland Crime Fiction Writers of Color Award is an annual grant of $2,000 for an emerging writer of color. Open February 1 – March 31, 2022.

This grant is administered by Sisters in Crime (SinC), but you don’t need to be a SinC member to apply. Here are some past winners.

This grant is intended to support the recipient in crime fiction writing and career development activities. The grantee may choose to use the grant for activities that include workshops, seminars, conferences, and retreats, online courses, and research activities required for completion of the work.