Children's Play Manuscript Submission

Scripts are not being requested at this time. We will be re-opening submissions soon. In the meantime, review guidelines below and prepare your scripts for submission!

Fill out the form below and upload your full manuscript. Review Submission Guidelines below.​

• Previously published scripts will not be considered.
• Previously produced (performed) plays, though officially unpublished, will be eligible.
• Submit full manuscripts. Unfinished manuscripts will not be considered.
• Scripts should be written for a youth audience and a full/majority youth cast.
• Scripts must be wholly original including all characters, plots, settings, etc.
• Scripts derived from non-original material will be accepted only if source material is in the public domain. Any non-original material used which is not public domain will disqualify the script from consideration.
• Scripts which address diverse issues (such as poverty, race, disabilities, etc.) will receive special consideration.
• Both full length and one act plays will be considered.
• You may also submit scripts by email to [email protected].
• Submissions may be anonymously reviewed by a Selection Committee.
• Winning writers may receive an advance and an opportunity to negotiate a contract to earn a portion of potential royalties produced.­
• Winning scripts will be edited before publication.
• Scripts will be sold in an e-script format packaged with promotional material professionally designed and contracted by Big Shoes Publications.
• Complimentary hard copy scripts will be provided to authors for their libraries.