Creative Writing Contests For Teenagers

The awards are limited to submissions originally written in English and published by small/independent publishers, university presses, and author-publishers (self-publishing authors).

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are among the most prestigious awards for student achievement in the literary and visual arts.

Past winners include such short story masters as Donald Barthelme, Joyce Carol Oates, and Stephen King. The contest offers a variety of scholarships (some as high as $10,000) and cash awards (some as high as $1,000) at both the regional level and the national level.

In these times of intense xenophobia, it is more important than ever that these boundary-crossing stories reach the broadest possible audience.

With that in mind, we are proud to present The Restless Books Prize for New Immigrant Writing.

After all, your child's most valued reader will always be you!

Deadline: May 15, 2019 Fee: None Prize: ,000 View Contest The ethos of the modern world is defined by immigrants.

Winners may also receive certificates of recognition and opportunities for publication. The awards cite three judging criteria: "Originality, technical skill, and the emergence of a personal vision or voice." Be sure to read past winners to get an idea of what's been successful.

The judges change every year, but they always include people who are highly accomplished in their field. Competition guidelines are updated in September, and submissions are usually accepted from September through early January.

The winner of each youth division will receive a gift certificate.

An additional certificate will be awarded to the winner's school.