2026 Scholastic Asian Book Award

Application Closing Date: 31 Oct, 5:00pm (SGT) 

Calling all children’s book writers! Submissions are now open for the Scholastic Asian Book Award (SABA). A joint initiative between SBC and Scholastic Asia, this award seeks to reward unpublished manuscripts by children’s authors of Asian origin that capture the unique spirit, experiences and ideas of Asia.

The winning manuscript will be awarded the Scholastic Asian Book Award (SABA), and win a prize of SGD 10,000 and a plaque. It will also be considered by Scholastic Asia for publication. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent- submit your manuscript today!

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