Whole Novel Application

This intensive, transformative Whole Novel Workshop offers writers the rare opportunity to have your middle grade or young adult novel read by faculty, with detailed written feedback and two private consultations provided. Attention in an intimate setting makes this program one that guarantees significant progress in preparation for submission. 

Please note:

  • This is an application-based program.
  • This current form is not a scholarship application. If you wish to apply for a Whole Novel Workshop scholarship, find details here.
  • More details about the Whole Novel Workshop at the Highlights Foundation can be found here.
  • There is NO fee to apply. If you are accepted, you'll be invited to register for the program and pay a deposit, or pay in full. Please see our cancellation and refund policy here, for those details.
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. If applicant’s requested program dates are full, accepted applicants will be added to the Waiting List for that program, and given options to attend other sessions with open seats.
  • We have flexible payment plans available for those accepted.

Questions? Contact us at support@highlightsfoundation.zendesk.com.

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