BFCTC · The Journey
From Read to Lead
Write
It starts with a story. Children write on this year's theme — Climate Change & The Environment — in any form they choose.
Submit Entry
A parent or guardian submits the entry by email, with consent, before the 11 September 2026 deadline.
Judging
Entries are read and judged by Jayce Joyce BCyA and the judging panel, on originality, voice, theme engagement and emotional impact.
Winning Stories Selected
Shortlisted authors are contacted by October 2026.
Book Published
Winning entries are professionally edited and published in the 2026 anthology, with full author credit.
National Book Launch
Published authors are invited to a national launch event to celebrate their work.
Media Opportunities
Winners may be featured in press coverage and the "Every Child Has A Story" documentary.
Young Literacy Advocates Programme
Published authors join a growing community of young people championing literacy in their schools and communities.