Submissions now open for the 2025 BBC Young Writers’ Award!

The BBC Young Writers’ Competition 2025 is an annual creative writing contest aimed at nurturing and showcasing the literary talents of young people aged 14-18 across the UK. Participants are invited to submit original short stories of up to 1,000 words on any theme or subject. The competition encourages creativity, originality, and compelling storytelling. Entries are judged by a panel of acclaimed authors and literary experts, with winners receiving recognition through national broadcasts and prestigious writing opportunities. The initiative seeks to inspire the next generation of writers by offering a platform for their voices to be heard and celebrated.