Voices From the World Writing Contest
What's the biggest challenge you have had to overcome? How did you overcome it? Share about your experience for the chance to win Read With You's writing contest! Deadline extended to June 15th.
Eligibility
Students ages 7-17 anywhere in the world can participate.
Requirements
- Your submission must be original work for this contest. We do not accept previously published submissions.
- Submissions must be between 400-1,000 words.
- All entries must be received by June 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
- By entering the contest, you give Read With You Publishing permission to recognize your work and publish it in digital and physical forms upon selection.
- Plagiarism, including the use of AI, will cause immediate elimination from the contest and all future Read With You contests.
How to Submit
Submit your work as a word doc attachment to cs@readwithyou.com.
Email Subject Line
- Please indicate 'Voices From the World Writing Contest + Author's Name'.
Email Body
- Author's name, age, and mailing address.
- Submitter's name, relationship to the author, and phone number.
Attachment
- Please include Voices From the World Writing Contest + Author's Name + Age in the file name.
Prize
Read With You Publishing will issue a certification to authors of outstanding work. A compilation of selected essays, totaling no more than 50, will be published in a book and contribute to Read With You's worldwide initiative of donating books to children in North America, Myanmar, Nigeria, Kenya, and other areas that lack sufficient literary resources. Selected authors will have the opportunity to present their stories to children and receive donation certificates jointly issued by Read With You Publishing and beneficiaries.
FAQs
How will my essay be judged?
Your work will be read by children's book writers, and editors, as well as by Read With You Publishing team members and educators from around the United States. We grade each essay by its strengths in 4 categories: language, voice, a narrative arc that shows a problem/conflict, and ability to adhere to the theme.
When will the winners be announced?
The winner will be announced two months after the contest is closed.
My essay wasn't selected as a winner. Can you tell me why?
We receive a large number of entries for this contest, and unfortunately cannot provide individual feedback on each student's essay. If you would like feedback or an essay consultation, you can reach out to cs@readwithyou.com to discuss our prices for manuscript consultations.
Who can I contact if I have questions about this contest or am having issues submitting my entry?
Please contact cs@readwithyou.com.