This program is for books published by a University press, or by a commercial publisher where the book is not designed for the trade market or to be sold principally as a textbook for students. Second editions or first revised editions are not eligible for Book Preparation Grants. Only expenses that are incurred after the grant is awarded are eligible. Prior to applying for a Book Preparation Grant, an applicant may have held a Short-Term Grant to initiate or complete research for the book.
Successful applicants can hold only one Book Preparation Grant at a time.
The applicant exercises effective control over the accuracy and literary quality of the translation. In order to be eligible for consideration, a faculty member is required to have a signed contract from an established publisher. These are costs which the publisher should fund. 1. a completed Book Preparation Grant application form, 2.