Enter Hashtag 2025.
NOW CLOSED.
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Thank you to everyone who submitted!
The shortlisted authors are
Kam the Cloud Genie by Ashia Mirza
Me, the Key and Adventures on Other Planes by C Crawford
Dream Symphony by Rosie Jon
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Winner will be announced September 1st 2025.
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Terms and Conditions
1. General Information
1.1. The Hashtag Press 2025 Children's Book Competition ("the Competition") is organised by Hashtag Press Limited ("the Organiser").
1.2. The Competition is open to unpublished or self-published children's book authors aged 18 and over at the time of entry.
1.3. Submission dates: Feb 3 2025 to May 1 2025 (inclusive).
Entries submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.
1.4. By entering the Competition, entrants agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
2. Eligibility
2.1. The Competition is open to individuals worldwide.
2.2. Manuscripts must be for a young children’s book targeting the 5–8 age group or middle-grade age group 8-12.
2.3. Entrants must submit original works only. The manuscript must not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights.
2.4. Co-authored entries are permitted, but all co-authors must provide consent to enter.
2.5. Employees of Hashtag Press, associated partners, or anyone connected with the judging of the Competition are not eligible to enter.
3. How to Enter
3.1. Submissions must be made online through the Hashtag Press website following the submissions guidelines by the stated deadline.
4. Judging Process
4.1. The judging panel will consist of the Hashtag Press team.
4.2. Entries will be judged on diversity and inclusion, creativity, originality, storytelling, and market potential.
4.3. The judges’ decision is final, and no correspondence or discussion regarding the judging process will be entered into.
5. Prizes
5.1. The winner will receive a traditional publishing contract with Hashtag Press, including full editorial, design, and production support.
5.2. The winner will also receive mentorship and marketing guidance to develop their author brand.
6. Winner Notification
6.1. The shortlisted authors will be notified by email on Jun 2 2025. Shortlisted authors will be invited to attend a Zoom call (video call) with at least one member of the Hashtag Press team within 3 weeks of the shortlist announcement. The shortlisted authors will need to submit the full manuscript at this stage.
6.2. The winner will be announced on Sept 1 2025 publicly through Hashtag Press's official channels, including its website and social media platforms.
6.3. If the winner cannot be contacted within 14 days of the notification, the Organiser reserves the right to select an alternative winner.
7. Intellectual Property Rights
7.1. The copyright and intellectual property of all submissions remain with the author.
7.2. The winner will enter into a publishing agreement, which will specify intellectual property arrangements for publication.
8. Data Protection
8.1. Personal data collected during the entry process will be processed in accordance with the Organiser’s Privacy Policy https://www.hashtagpress.co.uk/privacy-policy
8.2. Contact information will be used only for the administration of the Competition unless otherwise agreed by the entrant.
9. Liability
9.1. The Organiser accepts no responsibility for entries that are lost, delayed, or corrupted during transmission.
9.2. The Organiser will not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury resulting from participation in the Competition.
9.3. The Organiser reserves the right to amend or cancel the Competition at any time without prior notice.
10. Publicity
10.1. By entering the Competition, entrants agree to participate in promotional activities related to the Competition, including the publication of their name, photograph, and information about their submission on Hashtag Press's official channels.
10.2. The winner and shortlisted authors may be required to participate in interviews or promotional events.
11. Governing Law
11.1. These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
11.2. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
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