Young Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction 2024

Open to young writers aged 11 to 19 who are interested in history and writing. The prize offers opportunities including a travel grant and publication in a printed anthology, with winners invited to the Borders Book Festival in 2025. The competition aims to reward historical fiction writing by young authors and assess entries based on historical relevance, originality, plot, and language.

Travel voucher for winners and publication of their work in a printed anthology; invitation to Borders Book Festival for category winners.

Open to young writers aged between 11 and 19.

Submit entries by the deadline; download the application form for details.