We’re delighted to reveal the winner of the 2024 Spencil Writers Prize in the 8 years and under category! Congratulations to 7-year-old Gretel McCarthy for her delightful story, “The Bear in the Chair on the Hill.” Gretel’s charming tale captured our hearts with its playful imagination and beautiful illustrations. We’re so proud of her achievement and can’t wait for you to enjoy her story as much as we did. Well done, Gretel!
The Bear in the Chair On the Hill by Gretel McCarthy
Story telling is an art. And Gretel is an artist. I’ve read millions of words by thousands of authors, so I’m happy to go out on a limb here (and hopefully avoid tearing a hole in my dress) – One day, Gretel’s name and works will live comfortably amongst the authors we admire and respect. Sometimes when you’re reading, and the outside world fades away, you just know t...