Writing Competition: Winner to be Published in our Issues book Teen Health in 2025!


Help us celebrate 35 years of Issues!
In honor of our 35th anniversary, we’re giving students the exciting opportunity to have their work published in Issues books and Issues Online.

The Competition

We’re asking students to reflect on the question:

"What does self-care mean to me?"

There’s no one right answer, and we encourage students to interpret the topic in their own way. Whether it’s exploring the importance of self-care, sharing personal tips on maintaining physical or mental health, discussing how society views self-care, or offering a unique perspective on the subject, we want to hear it all!

Word count: 500-1000 words


Winner to be Featured in Print and Online

The winning articles will be published in our Issues book Teen Health (coming out in Autumn 2025) and showcased on Issues Online.


Age Categories

We’ve split the competition into two age groups:

  • 11-14 years
  • 15-18 years

One winner will be chosen from each category

Eligibility

Open to all students aged 11-18 from UK schools and current subscribers.
Entries must be submitted with a completed competition form.
Deadline: 1st May 2025


Prizes

Each winner will receive:

  • A £30 Amazon gift voucher
  • Two copies of Teen Health
  • 10% off new or existing Issues or Issues Online subscriptions for their school

How to Enter

Submit your entry by filling out our entry form, including your details, school name, and the student’s writing submission.

Prizes

Each winner will receive:

  • A £30 Amazon gift voucher
  • Two copies of Teen Health
  • 10% off new or existing Issues or Issues Online subscriptions for their school

How to Enter

Submit your entry by filling out our entry form, including your details, school name, and the student’s writing submission.


Download The Competition Poster

Download the poster to help promote the Writing Competition.