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Young Authors Programme — from idea to published book

We help children aged 4–16 write, illustrate, and publish their own stories. No agent. No fees. Just a young voice with something to say, and a team to help them say it.

How it works

From submission to bookshelf

Submit

Your child submits a story or book manuscript (synopsis + first 3 chapters).

Review

Our team reviews every submission personally — 12-week review window.

Edit & Design

Selected authors receive professional editing, cover design, ISBN assignment.

Distribute

The book is distributed through Jayce’s World Publishing.

Published

Your child becomes a published author with full credit and copies of their book.

Launch

Author credit, physical book launch and ongoing distribution support.

What’s included

Everything your child needs

  • Professional editing
  • Cover design
  • ISBN assignment
  • Physical books
  • Launch support
  • Full author credit

Who can apply

Open to ages 4–16, UK-based

Any genre. Diverse voices especially welcome. No agent needed. No fees.

Where to submit Send to enquiries@jaycesworld.co.uk (publisher inbox — separate from CIC) or via jaycesworld.co.uk/publishing/submit/

Partnership

A joint programme with Jayce’s World Publishing

This programme is delivered through Jayce’s World (the independent press) in partnership with the CIC.