ASEEES First Book Subvention Program
The ASEEES First Book Subvention Program supports early-career scholars in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian studies by funding critical production costs for their first scholarly monograph.
Funder: Association for Slavic East European and Eurasian Studies
Due Dates: February 1, 2027 (Spring) | September 1, 2027 (Fall)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500 per award; multiple awards annually; funds paid directly to the press for book production costs.
Summary: Supports early-career scholars publishing their first monograph in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian studies by subsidizing direct book production costs.
Description
This program provides subvention funding to help early-career researchers publish their first scholarly monograph in the field of Slavic, East European, and Eurasian studies. The award is designed to reduce financial barriers associated with book production, such as copy editing, typesetting, design, e-book conversion, and image preparation. Funds are paid directly to the academic press, supporting the publication of significant new research that might otherwise be hindered by cost constraints. Awards are made on a competitive basis, with selection criteria emphasizing the scholarly significance of the book, demonstrated financial need, and the presence of cost-sharing or additional support.
