A new creative writing competition invites children aged 7–12 across the world to write their own stories. The winning story will be published, with proceeds donated to the charity of the winner’s choice.
(Isstories Editorial):- Faro, Algarve Oct 10, 2025 (Issuewire.com) – British author and eco builder Marc Swift, known as The Beekeeper Writer, has announced the launch of The Young Storyteller Quest, a global creative writing competition inspiring children aged 7-12 to write their own stories and see them published.
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The winning story will be completed, illustrated and published in collaboration with Marc and his daughter Leila, the inspiration behind the Leila’s Light series. Proceeds from the winner’s book will be donated to a charity of the winner’s choice.
“The Quest is about showing children that their imagination matters,” says Marc. “Every story begins with a single idea, and we want to prove that creativity and kindness can still change the world.”
Sponsored by The Beekeeper Writer, the campaign connects literature, creativity and environmental awareness, blending the values of storytelling and sustainability through Marc’s other eco projects such as Mel da Terra, his artisan honey brand.
Learn more or enter at https://www.thebeekeeperwriter.com/theyoungstorytellerquest.
Explore Leila’s Light at https://www.thebeekeeperwriter.com/leila-s-light-book-series.
About Marc Swift
Marc Swift is a British author, eco builder and beekeeper living in the mountains of Portugal. A former construction manager with an entrepreneurial background, he left his career to build a creative life centred on storytelling, nature and truth. His Leila’s Light series blends humour, imagination and moral awareness, inspiring both children and adults to see the world with curiosity and compassion.
For media inquiries, visit https://www.thebeekeeperwriter.com.

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