Let’s get introspective! What would you write to your past or future self? What do you think you needed to know about where your life has gone? What nuggets of wisdom does current you have for the older version of yourself?
Write a letter or two, and the winner will receive a $25 gift card!
Deadline: June 1, 2024
Rules:
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You must be a teen (aged 13-19) with a Teen Ink account to enter
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No inappropriate content
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Submissions must relate to the topic (A Letter to Past/Future You)
Guidelines and Details:
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Your entry must be between 300 and 500 words
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There is no limit to the number of letters you can submit
How to Submit:
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Submit entries through our website. All entries submitted to Teen Ink are automatically considered for the contest. See our submission guidelines for more information.
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Submit your work to the Nonfiction category of Teen Ink. You can find this selection after selecting the initial "Personal Experience" submission type.
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Include the words "Letter to Myself" in your submission's tags. You can do this by using the "additional tags" field in your submission form.
Prizes:
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Winner (and honorable mentions, if space allows) will have their letter published in Teen Ink magazine
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The overall winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card
