These stories are published in no particular order. The winners of the 2024/25 competition will be revealed on a special 500 Words with The One Show programme, on BBC One on World Book Day, Thursday 6 March at 7pm.
Captain's Smoothie Hunt
By Holly D.
The Last Train Home
By Erdi I.
A TRAM-atic Journey
By Ash B.
Who on Earth wants that Job?
By Reuben C.
How to Knock a Knight off his Horse
By Logan S.
The Great Chocolate Factory Robbery
By Lily D.
The Nitsplorers
By Matilda C.
The Clockmaker's Secret
By Huzaifa A.
Grandpa’s Magic Memories
By Georgia B. W.
The First Day at School
By Nawel B.
The Snack Time Heist
By Daisy A.
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