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2011 Stanner Award: Frequently Asked Questions
I’m the editor of a collection of writings/an anthology. Can I enter it into the Award?
No, collected writings or anthologies will not be accepted. Three writers for one manuscript is the maximum number acceptable for the Award.
What do you mean by a scholarly manuscript?
A scholarly manuscript in the area of Australian Indigenous studies is one which is underpinned by research and/or theorising which would derive from or be expected of someone undertaking postgraduate work, either at the MA or PhD level. More often these types of manuscripts are intended for an academically informed audience, though it is possible for authors to attract a general readership as well.
What kind of referees are you looking for?
Your referees must be Indigenous Australians who meet the criteria for Indigeneity set out in the Conditions of Entry, and can confirm that you meet those three criteria as well.
Can I submit a thesis?
Yes, you can submit a thesis. While normally publishers don’t accept theses for publishing, it is expected that the mentoring and editorial support provided as part of the prize will allow the author to produce a publishable manuscript.
I’ve never submitted my work to an award before. Do you have any advice for me?
Firstly, make sure your manuscript is produced to the highest standards possible. Check it (or have someone else check it) for spelling and grammatical mistakes. Then follow the instructions provided for the Award.
For background knowledge you might like to read the information provided on the ASP website: www.aiatsis.gov.au/asp/submitting.html. The information provides an overview of publishing with Aboriginal Studies Press (ASP), or what you might expect if your manuscript won the Stanner Award and/or you were published by ASP.
Do I need to seek copyright permission/s before I submit my entry?
Not at this stage. If you win the Award, or ASP makes an offer to publish your manuscript, the contract you sign with ASP for publication will spell out your responsibilities regarding copyright clearances. For further information on this issue, please go to the Copyright Permissions section of the site.
Why can’t I put my/our name/s on the manuscript? Won’t that be confusing?
We want to ensure that the judges are able to make fair and unbiased judgments about the merits of the manuscripts submitted. To facilitate that, ASP will use a numbering system to track the manuscripts through the judging process.
Will you provide feedback on my manuscript?
ASP staff will not be involved in the judging process and won’t be in a position to provide feedback. AIATSIS will announce a shortlist and then the winner of the Award. The judges may choose to release some comments on the shortlist and the winner, but entrants will not receive direct feedback.