The KYD School Writing Prize is back for 2025! The prize is designed to give a voice to young Australians.

Entries open: 10am AEST, Monday, 12 May 2025
Entries close: 5pm AEST, Friday, 1 August 2025
Judge: KYD Editor Suzy Garcia
Prize:$500 cash prize and publication in KYD magazine!

In 2025, we are seeking entries from students that explore the idea of ‘Leadership’.

We are looking for writing that responds to this theme as widely and creatively as possible in the following genres:

• Short fiction
• Essays
• Personal reflections
• Memoir and biography
• Genre pieces (fantasy, sci-fi, historical, romance, crime)

For more information and resources for teachers and librarians, please click here.