AF WKLY / Fellowship
2025 FELLOWS
Kayla Alamilla, Gabby Gladney, and Christián Peña
APPLICATION
The 2026 application period will open in December 2025.
The Ann Friedman Weekly Fellowship is an annual program for nonfiction writers who are not yet established in their careers. It includes mentorship and editing; a $5,000 stipend; regular check-ins to provide structure and accountability; and space in my newsletter where fellows can publish and promote their work. It runs from roughly April to December each calendar year. This program is funded by paying members of the Ann Friedman Weekly.
Who I’m looking for: Nonfiction writers who don’t have (m)any published clips, who aren’t well-connected to editors, who don’t have a substantial social media following. I’m looking for people who are already writing and developing their skills. I invite people from populations that are underrepresented in media to apply.
Compensation: A taxable stipend of $5,000. This fellowship is not a full-time job and will not provide any health insurance benefits. Think of it more like a year-long, highly personalized workshop with steady mentorship.
Commitment: We’ll do a bi-monthly Zoom check-in. Your time commitment will be variable, but I think it’s safe to say a few hours per week. I expect you to engage with your fellow fellow (lol) and with me, and to meet your deadlines.
Why I’m doing this: I’m eager to share what I know about the craft and profession of writing, and I love having colleagues. For more context, read this.
Timeline: The 2026 application period will open in December 2025.
EMERITUS FELLOWS
2023: Paige Curtis and Vera Blossom
2022: Autumn Fourkiller and Celia Mattison
2021: Nereya Otieno and Shanti Escalante-De Mattei