2023 Young Authors Challenge Competition

Posted: Friday Jun 30, 2023

What you would do if you could change the world? The Young Authors Challenge is a short story competition open to all primary, intermediate, and secondary-aged school children.

Put words to paper and tell us what you would do if you could change the world and you can win some incredible prizes!

Categories
Primary: up to 250 words
Intermediate: up to 500 words
Secondary: up to 750 words

Category winners will each receive a $500 cash prize and books valued at $250. Your school will also receive a $1000 cash prize and books valued at $1000.

Entries close: Friday 21 July 2023

Winners will be announced on Friday 28 August with a special presentation to be held in Term Four 2023.

If you have any questions or inquiries, please email youngauthorschallenge@barfoot.co.nz

Find out more and apply HERE