BYU Young Authors Academy Jr.

Unlock Your Writing Potential at the NEW BYU Young Authors Academy Jr.

Young Authors Academy Junior

July 27–31, 2026
Ages: 12–13
Brigham Young University

Ready to bring your stories to life? If you're 12 or 13 years old and love to write, the BYU Young Authors Academy Junior is the perfect place to ignite your creativity! Join us for an unforgettable week of hands-on writing workshops, fun creative games, and expert feedback from both peers and BYU faculty. You'll connect with real authors, hear their inspiring stories, and even get your books signed!

Stay in BYU’s campus housing, meet fellow young writers, and dive deep into your craft while making memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're working on your first draft or fine-tuning your plot, this camp is all about helping you grow as a storyteller—and have a blast doing it. Don’t miss your chance to take your writing to the
next level at BYU!

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“I found inspiration in the strangest places with my writing group. I got out of writer's block with all the interesting prompts!”

“Everyone here is so friendly and cheery. I also loved to hear and experience other authors' stories.”

“I've never felt so strongly about writing before; never quite understood the meaning behind every word.”