2024 Latino Voices in Children's Literature Writing Contest

Welcome to the first annual Latino Voices in Children’s Literature Writing Contest! The contest is open to Latino authors who are at least 18 years of age or older and residing anywhere in the United States.

Sponsored by Free Spirit Publishing and Con Todo Press, the contest’s mission is to elevate authentic, culturally relevant children’s stories written by and about Latino people. Every entry is considered for publication and three cash prizes will be awarded.

Submissions accepted from September 9 to October 14.

Submissions should meet these qualifications:

• Must be original children’s books for ages 0–4 (50–125 words) or for ages 4–8 (300–800 words)
• Must feature authentic, realistic Latino characters and culture
• Must focus on one or more of the following topics: resilience, character development, self-esteem, identity, diversity, getting along with others, engaging with family and community, traditions, or other topics related to positive childhood development
• Must be written either in English or in bilingual English-Spanish

Submit via [email protected] or Submittable.