October is Islamic Heritage Month, and what better way to mark the occasion than to celebrate Muslim kids telling their own stories?

Ruqaya’s Bookshelf is excited to announce a month-long story competition for Muslim kids worldwide between the ages of 7 and 12. Come on, kids—this is the perfect time to brush up your writing skills and get those creative juices flowing!

At Ruqaya’s Bookshelf, our mission is to publish bright, fun, and engaging children’s books featuring Muslim characters. And if you’re interested in becoming a writer, it’s never too early to start!

Submit your short story about a Muslim character for a chance to win a prize! There will be two winners, one in the 7-9 age group (story should be 700 words or less), and another in the 10-12 age group (story should be 1000 words or less).

Check out the competition page for full details about the competition rules and requirements—and prizes!

You have until the end of the month to submit your story, so don’t delay. Start writing your story today!