
IEW's 11th Annual Writing Competition is open to all writers ages 8–18. No IEW experience required. Prizes up to $400 for students and parents. Deadline April 30, 2026. ...more
Writing that Wins ,Competitions
March 19, 2026•3 min read

One of the most powerful things you can do for a developing writer is give them a real audience. Not a parent. Not a teacher. A real audience with judges, prizes, and the possibility of seeing their ... ...more
Competitions
March 19, 2026•5 min read

A 15-year-old student on my writing team placed second in a national writing competition. Read his essay and then see exactly which skills made it win. ...more
Writing that Wins
March 14, 2026•9 min read