Book Marketing Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Smith Publicity, Inc.
Smith Publicity Book Marketing Scholarship — $2,500
Overview
The Smith Publicity Book Marketing Scholarship awards one $2,500 prize to a student who demonstrates persuasive writing and clear thinking about how they discover books. The application requires a 1,000–1,500 word essay responding to the prompt (see below) and adherence to the submission rules and deadlines listed.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be based in the United States and either:
- a high school senior, or
- an undergraduate student who will be enrolled/active during the 2025–2026 academic year at a U.S. college or university.
Essay prompt
Compose a persuasive essay (1,000–1,500 words) answering the following:
"What media outlet, influencer, social media personality, or blog do you turn to for book recommendations? Why? What makes them your go to resource?"
Application requirements
- Include a cover page that lists: your full name, school, graduating year, the book title you reference (if applicable), and that book’s publication year.
- Essays must be submitted as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) or a PDF.
- Submit your application using the online form provided by Smith Publicity.
Important dates
- Application deadline: June 1, 2025
- Winner notification: July 1, 2025
- Public announcement of the winner: August 1, 2025
Academic integrity and AI policy
All essays will be scanned using an AI-detection tool. Any submission determined to have been created or substantially assisted by AI will be disqualified immediately.
Award disbursement
If selected, the $2,500 scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient’s college or university after the student’s attendance is verified.
Questions?
If you need clarification on eligibility or the submission process, use the contact method on the online application form.