CELEBRATION OF YOUNG WRITERS

GRADES K-12

ASAP!’s 18th Annual Celebration of Young Writers empowers students to share their love of writing with the world. Public, private and homeschooled students from across Connecticut are invited to submit for a chance to be recognized for their outstanding work, and read their piece in front of a live audience. The Celebration of Young Writers stage is a place where student voices are amplified, and their passion for writing can be shared with the world. 2023 top selected works will be presented at the Spring Hill Arts Gathering (SHAG) Festival on Friday, June 23 2023, and shared through ASAP!’s website.

Celebration of Young Writers was inspired by ASAP!’s objective to foster children’s creativity and imagination in the literary arts. It was established with the help of Ellen and Frank McCourt, Ann and Denis Leary, and Susanna Salk.

SUBMISSIONS

February 1 – April 3, 2023

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Writings must be 400 words or less and may include: poetry, short story, short play, or an act from a play.
Students in grades K-12 are eligible to submit.
Only one entry is allowed per student.
Teachers, parents, or students themselves may submit.
All submissions must be made electronically by following the link below.
Students must be available to read at event on June 23 at Spring Hill Vineyards.

SUBMIT HERE