Schools' Creative Writing Competitions

Our competitions for children and teens in Faversham and surrounding villages are now open for 2025

Submit a poem or story up to 500 words

Three entry levels:

  • Years 3–6
  • Years 7–10
  • Years 11–13

  • 1st Prize: £25 Book Token
  • 2nd Prize: £15 Book Token

Plus the winning entry from each category will win £100 worth of books for your school library or a nominated book-related charity

Entries should be submitted through participating schools. If you are not attending a participating school, but live within Faversham and surrounding villages, entries can be sent to info@favershamliteraryfestival.com – all entries must contain the child's name, age, and school or home postcode.

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