Intrepid Imagination
Julia and Caitlan started Intrepid Imagination in 2023 with the goal of creating affordable, intimate retreats for writers.
Authors themselves, Julia and Caitlan understand the struggle of characters giving you the silent treatment. They believe in floor time, snack breaks, and tangent chats about life. Both published, they also have a combined wealth of knowledge when it comes to the indie publishing game.
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At Intrepid, we believe every storyteller deserves access to community, visibility, and support — regardless of background or resources. The Intrepid Voices Fund aims to uplift emerging writers through an annual financial award.
Note: The Intrepid Voices Fund is currently restricted to applicants 18 years or older and who reside in the U.S. In future award cycles, we hope to expand our applicant pool
The Intrepid Voices Fund is an annual award that celebrates bold new storytelling and supports emerging writers with a one time $1,250 prize.
Each year, we invite U.S.-based writers to submit two pieces: a Personal Statement (introducing themselves, reflecting on their creative process, and how they incorporated this year’s theme) and an original short story inspired by a new theme designed to spark creativity and reflection.
Finalists are selected by a panel of judges, and the winning writer receives the award to use however they choose — whether to invest in their craft, support daily life, or fuel their next big idea.
2025 Short Story: Speculative Fiction must include one of the following themes: winter, solstice, new beginnings, renewal, or scenes reminiscent of the winter season