Young Writers Festival - Free Registration
Jacksonville Public Library
Young writers and performers, the James Weldon Johnson Young Writers Festival and competition is now open. Students in grades 3 through 12 can potentially win more than $6,400 in prizes and scholarships!!
Just submit an original poem or monologue on the theme "Lift Every Voice" or a subject of your choice. The deadline is June 2nd so it's time to start writing!!
Calling All Young Writers & Performers!
Grades 3–12
Over $6,400 in prizes & scholarships
Submit a poem or monologue — written on the theme “Lift Every Voice” or a subject of your choice
Deadline: June 2, 2025
Monologue entries include a live performance!
On-site Book Cover Art Contest, too!
Registration is FREE
Festival Dates: June 11–14, 2025 | Jacksonville Public Library – Main Branch
Parent Orientation: June 2 at 6PM | Brentwood Branch Library
Let your voice be heard - Let your story be seen!
Register today at: www.friendsofbrentwoodlibrary.com
Questions? jwjlifteveryvoice@gmail.com