Programme · Young Authors
Young Authors Programme — from idea to published book
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.