‘Tis the season for storytelling! Baobabooks is thrilled to announce our Christmas Writing Challenge 2024, inviting young writers aged 9-18 to share their imagination and creative writing skills with a global audience. What makes this challenge special isn’t just about writing stories – it’s about connecting young voices from around the world through the magic of storytelling. Whether you’re writing from a sunny beach in Oman or a snow-covered mountain in Nepal, your unique perspective on the holiday season could spark joy in readers across the globe.
We can’t wait to read stories that reimagine Christmas in wonderfully unexpected ways. Imagine eco-friendly Santas revolutionizing gift delivery, or picture a family celebrating Christmas in a space station. How cool would that be? These are just a taste of the creative prompts we’ve dreamed up for this year’s challenge, designed to spark creativity and inspire meaningful stories about the holiday season.
So, if you’re between 9 and 18 years old and have ever thought “I’ve got a story to tell,” this is your moment! Grab your writing hat (or holiday crown), cozy up with your favourite snack, and let your imagination run wild. We can’t wait to see what magical tales you will create! The challenge runs from 1 December to 26 December – just enough time to write between cookie baking and carol singing!
Here are some key details about the Challenge:
- Open to students aged 9-18
- Submission period: 1-26 December 2024
- Maximum word count: 500 words
- Two age categories: 9-13 and 14-18 years
- Winners announced: 10 January 2025
This year’s writing prompts explore themes ranging from environmental sustainability and future technology to community service and global celebrations. We would love to hear your unique ideas; your perspective adds a precious thread to our worldwide tapestry of holiday stories. Need some inspiration? Visit Baobabooks to explore previous winning entries and start crafting your holiday tale today!
