Regal House Publishing, in conjunction with Regal House Initiative, is proud to present our RHP Summer Scholars Program.
Now accepting applications for the 2025 Summer Scholars Program.
The RHP Summer Scholars Program consists of a non-paid, three-month (June 4 to July 23) internship intended to introduce scholars to the ABCs of publishing. Broken into components that follow the publication of a book, the internship will offer mentorship and Q&As with industry professionals:
- June 4: Introduction to RHP Summer Scholars
- Module One. June 11: Overview of the Publishing Industry – Start Your Own Press: What is independent, traditional publishing? Hybrid publishing? What are the different ways in which a publishing house might be structured? What does a publisher do? Independent publishing is an exciting industry that, we promise, involves much more than appears on the surface.
- Module Two. June 18: Acquisitions: How does a publisher decide which books to publish? How might a publisher work with a literary agent? Be a part of the RHP team and take a deep dive into the submissions process.
- Module Three. June 25: Marketing: How do publishers enable discoverability for their catalog when so many books are published daily? What is the difference between a publisher and a publicist? Marketing is as critical to sales as the book itself and it goes beyond a social media post. Learn about press releases, developing strong social media platforms, websites, podcasts, blog interviews, bookseller communications, digital review copy distribution, and more. Interns will have an opportunity to review marketing plans and to create their own marketing plan for a RHP title.
- Module Four. July 9: The Business of Publishing, Part One: How do publishers get their books to market? What are the different options for distribution? How can you drive subsidiary rights opportunities for your press and why is it important?
- Module Five. July 16: The Business of Publishing, Part Two: Learn about the “financials” of publishing. How do you ensure the fiscal viability of your press?
- July 23: Finale, Wrap-Up, and Overview
On the above dates, summer scholars will meet virtually via Zoom with Regal House Publishing’s editor-in-chief, managing editor, and invited guests (publishers, literary agents, guest editors, etc.) for discussion and Q&A. The virtual meetings will take place at 4pm – 5:30pm on the above dates, subject to final confirmation by RHP staff in mid-May.
Deadline for Application: April 1, 2025
Zoom interviews for applicants: April 15 – April 18, 2025
Selected 2025 RHP Summer Scholars notified: April 21, 2025
Who is the best candidate? Someone with:
- A strong desire to learn more about the book publishing industry
- Involvement in school activities/courses/jobs relating to literature and book publishing
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Above all, a passion for books!