27 Days to Go

The countdown is on. There are 27 days remaining to submit your entry to the CYA Writing and Illustrating Competition.

Explore the categories and submit your work at:
www.cyaconference.com/competition

Categories
Published Authors
P01) Picture book (text only)
P02) YA / Middle Grade
P10) Writing for adult genres

Aspiring Authors
A01) Picture book – preschool-aged children (text only)
A02) Picture book – primary-aged children (text only)
A03) Picture book – non-fiction – primary-aged children (text only)
A04) Chapter book – younger primary-aged children (text only)
A05) Chapter book – older-aged children (text only)
A06) Fiction writing for young adults
A10) Writing for adult genres

Under 18s Authors
H01) Picture book – preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
H02) Chapter book – younger primary, middle grade, or young adult (text only)

Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book based on the theme WATER
i01) Under 18s
i02) Aspiring
i03) Published

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Pitch vs Assessment vs Bootcamps

Pitch = 5 minutes where you try sell your story.

Assessment = The editor reads your manuscript in advance and then discusses it with you in a 15 minutes one-on-one session.

Writing Bootcamps = A whole day with an editor!
If you are looking to strengthen your manuscript, gain industry insight, and spend focused time developing your craft with professional guidance, a CYA Bootcamp can be one of the most valuable experiences of the conference. Places are limited, so we encourage you to secure your spot early if you would like to take advantage of this opportunity.

www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp

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There is just one picture book place remaining for the 28 March online CYA Bootcamp with Michelle Madden, Commissioning Editor at Penguin Random House Young Readers.

Michelle works across all genres and age groups, from early childhood to young adult fiction. She has collaborated with leading Australian creators including Terry Denton, Mem Fox and Alison Lester. She is particularly interested in picture books that speak directly to children and engaging, entertaining non-fiction for young readers.

The Bootcamp is a full day of focused development: small-group editorial feedback, dedicated manuscript time, a structured progress session, plus a discussion panel and Q&A. With only four participants per group, the experience is intentionally intensive and personalised.

Conference attendance is not required to participate.

Book at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp

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CYA 2025 20th Anniversary treats

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Congratulations to all our Winners!

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In-Person Conference Day is underway!

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#CYA2025 volunteer shirts ready to go! Countdown to in-person weekend has begun 5 days to go, see you soon!

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CYA conference day 2 & Assessment day 4

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Conference Day, here we go!!!

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We hope you'll join us for our 20th anniversary Writers and Illustrators Conference, with online sessions this weekend and in-person/streamed sessions next weekend.

If you haven't booked yet, you can do so at www.CYAConference.com

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