The annual Hot Key Books Young Writers Prize searches for the next generation of writers of children’s fiction. Launched in 2012, the prize is open to writers between the ages of 18–25 who submit into one of two categories: fiction for ages 9–12 or young adult (ages 13–19). Open worldwide to entrants who have written in English, last year saw entries from across the world.
For updates on this year’s prize, follow @HotKeyBooks or visit www.youngwritersprize.com