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  • Radiant Chapters Authorpreneur Publishing™ Scholarship

  • Please share your intent to submit an application so that we can
    send you updates and more information. Books@RadiantChapters.org

  • Application Deadline: February 1, 2026

    Congratulations on taking this exciting step toward becoming a published author!

    Radiant Chapters Collective™ is currently accepting applications to select one entrepreneur whose nonfiction book will be published as part of our Platform-Building Category.
    We are seeking an entrepreneur who:

    • Has a started or established business in the Greater Charlotte Area
    • Has successfully participated in a nonprofit program that helped strengthen their life
    • Represents one or more often underserved communities: Gender-related, Economic-related, Health-related, Ethnicity, or Veterans

     

    What the Selected Author Receives

    Radiant Chapters Collective will provide the entire process of producing and publishing a professional book—valued at $15,000—at zero cost to the author. This includes:

    • Book Strategy Consulting: Guidance on how the book fits into your goals and legacy-building
    • Manuscript Support: Writing guidance, structural editing, and final editing
    • Professional Design & Layout: A market-ready, beautifully designed cover and interior layout
    • Publishing Essentials: ISBN, BISAC codes, Library of Congress registration, and copyright protection
    • Printing & Distribution: 100 physical books in hand, with additional copies available online for purchase
    • Marketing & Promotion Collaboration: Support to amplify your book’s reach
    • Additional Collective Services: Opportunities such as speaker training and community-building support are being brought in by talented local firms.

    About Radiant Chapters Collective™

    Radiant Chapters Collective™ is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to amplifying underrepresented entrepreneurs by transforming their stories into published books that change lives. Through publishing opportunities, mentorship, and community support, we ensure these voices are heard and valued.

    Each book is more than a story—it is a tool for healing, a source of education, and a pathway for authors to elevate their life, legacy, and platform. By supporting Radiant Chapters Collective, donors and partners help create a ripple effect of empowerment: readers are inspired, communities are strengthened, and entrepreneurs gain the visibility and credibility they deserve.


    Application Deadline: February 1, 2026

    Finalists will be invited to a follow-up interview before the selected author is announced.

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  • Applicant Acknowledgment & Agreement

  • Please carefully review each statement below. After reading and understanding all the notations, check the confirmation box at the end to indicate your agreement before continuing with your application.

    1. Mission Alignment
    I understand that Radiant Chapters Collective (RCC) publishes books and manuscripts that align with its mission to serve humanity in a positive and inclusive way. I confirm that my manuscript does not promote discrimination or cause division.

    2. Entrepreneurial Platform
    I understand that having a public platform—particularly through entrepreneurship—is essential to the success of a published book. I confirm that I have an established business or am actively building one.

    3. Nonfiction Focus
    I understand that RCC publishes only nonfiction books that aim to educate, uplift, or contribute to healing for individuals or communities.

    4. Eligibility Categories
    I understand that RCC only considers manuscripts that fall within one of the following five categories, or are authored by individuals from these communities:

    o Gender-related
    o Economic-related
    o Health-related
    o Ethnicity
    o Veterans

    5. Purpose Categories
    I understand that Radiant Chapter Collective published books fall within the following three purpose categories:

    o Personal Healing (memoirs) — currently not accepting applications
    o Platform-Building (entrepreneurs, speakers, professionals)
    o Non-Profit Organizations (for fundraising efforts)

    6. Original Work
    I affirm that the manuscript and story I am submitting for consideration is my original work. I am the sole owner and retain all rights to the content. I understand that all manuscripts are subject to a plagiarism check prior to acceptance.

    7. Accuracy & Ownership Responsibility
    I acknowledge and accept full responsibility for the accuracy, originality, and truthfulness of all content included in my manuscript. I certify that I hold sole ownership of all materials submitted and that the content does not infringe upon the rights of any other party.

  • Applicant Questionnaire

  • Category Identification

    Please check all that apply to you:

  • Personal Mission

  • Audience Connection

  • Story Readiness

  • Book Vision

  • Additional Information

  • Thank you for your submission. You will be notified regarding next steps once your application is reviewed.

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