The New York Public Library is seeking applications for the Helen Bernstein Book Award to recognize nonfiction books written by working journalists that bring attention and transparency to current events or societal issues of global or national significance.
Donor Name: New York Public Library
Country: All Countries
Type of Grant: Award
Deadline: 09/01/2023
Details:
The nominees this year all published works highlighting important topics such as the impact social media has had on the opinions and actions of everyday users, the effects of racial discrimination of Black Americans in healthcare, and an extensive account of the migrant crisis across North Africa.
Criteria
- Only full-length books written or translated into English, by an author or authors whose primary profession is print, broadcast, or electronic journalism are eligible.
- Among the factors that will be considered in determining the winner will be the significance of the subject, the book’s influence on public opinion or policy, and the quality of the reporting and writing.
- Works of fiction, anthologies, biography, memoir, history, collections of columns or articles are not eligible.
- Books must be scheduled for original publication between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023.
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