LAST DAY TO ENTER

This is your moment to step into the spotlight. The CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition closes tonight at midnight AEST, and we’re calling on creatives from around the globe to put their best work forward.

Whether you’re under 18, just starting your creative journey, or already a published author or illustrator, our competition is your way to get professional feedback, industry exposure, and other prizes.

You don’t need to attend the CYA Conference to enter. Submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

You’ll get:
• Professional feedback sessions with editors via video conferencing
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every submission

For Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries
Let your creativity shine, and explore the power of connection across cultures, continents, and characters.

• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed: 26 July at the CYA Conference

Submit now at www.cyaconference.com/competition

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent. Submit your entry today at
www.cyaconference.com/competition.

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals
#BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent. Submit your entry today at www.cyaconference.com/competition.

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent. Submit your entry today at www.cyaconference.com/competition.

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent. Submit your entry today at www.cyaconference.com/competition.

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent. Submit your entry today at www.cyaconference.com/competition.

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

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CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

Submit your entry today at www.cyaconference.com/competition.

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competitions – Entries Close 13 April!

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

www.cyaconference.com/competition

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent. Submit your entry today at www.cyaconference.com/competition.

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition

CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition – Entries Close 13 April!

If you love writing or illustrating, this is your chance to get your work in front of industry professionals and take the next step in your creative journey. Open to writers and illustrators of all levels—whether you’re under 18, just starting out, or already published.

You don’t need to attend the conference to enter, and submissions are welcome from anywhere in the world.

Key Dates:
• Entries close: 13 April (midnight AEST)
• Shortlist announced: 30 June
• Winners revealed at CYA Conference: 26 July

What’s on offer?
• Editor feedback sessions (via video conferencing)
• Cash prizes
• Personalised feedback on every entry to help you grow as a writer or illustrator

Illustrators – This Year’s Theme: Friendship Knows No Boundaries

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent. Submit your entry today at www.cyaconference.com/competition.

#CYA2025 #WritingCompetition #IllustrationChallenge #WriterGoals #BookIllustrators #AspiringAuthors #CreativeWriting #WritersLife #Competition