The GLL Literary Foundation awards up to 20 annual placements to select authors that meet the eligibility criteria and who reside in the areas where we operate public libraries: Bromley, Greenwich, Wandsworth, Dudley, and Lincolnshire.
These placements offer:
- A bursary of £750.
- Support and guidance from a local librarian mentor.
- Networking opportunities with local booksellers, publishers, literary festivals, schools and the local community.
- Support, guidance, and a toolkit for developing and delivering author events, helping build their confidence when engaging with a range of audiences.
- Three author events to practice their learning hosted in their local libraries, one with local schools, one with the public, and one online.
- On-demand training sessions available for the duration of the programme with the libraries Start Up team covering Brand Identity, Marketing and Business Planning.
- Access to library business lounges, so that they can work in a supportive environment.
- Attendance at two annual events to bring all of the authors together with national and sector partners, proving opportunities to network with sponsors of the programme and the Foundation.