Resources for Young Writers

There’s so much more to discover in the world of creative writing! The following is a collection of local and national opportunities to develop your craft, submit your work, and connect with the community.

New Shoots Online Workshops | Free, self-paced courses for teens on fiction, screenwriting, and poetry

ink magazine | Annual publication of youth writers and artists, produced by the Vancouver Public Library

Vancouver Writers Fest Youth | Annual festival and writing contest for teens

Creative Nonfiction Collective | National organization with programs, webinars, and writing contests for young writers

Youth of Canada Contests | Not just for writing – opportunities also include photography, art, music, math, and science

Where Young Authors Can Submit | Karen Krossing’s up-to-date resource of contests, publications, and writing communities