The CCC Project is thrilled to announce the release of Summertime Sparks!, a brand-new magazine showcasing the imaginative writing and stunning photography of tweens and teens participating in the Creative Youth Collective this summer. This special publication also features inspiring poetry, prose, and visual art from our extended community, created in response to the Summertime Sparks creative prompt series.
This vibrant magazine embodies the core values of the Creative Youth Collective—creativity, curiosity, and community. These young creators spent their summer exploring their imaginations and developing their unique voices. Now, we couldn’t be prouder to share their work with the world and celebrate it in this beautiful publication.
Celebrating Youth Creativity Featuring contributions from talented young authors and photographers, such as 14-year-old fiction writer Alex and 13-year-old budding darkroom photographer Catriona, Summertime Sparks 2024 is filled with heartfelt stories, thought-provoking poetry, and powerful photography. These pieces demonstrate the deep emotions, unique perspectives, and limitless imagination of young people when given the space to create.
Each purchase of this magazine supports the Creative Youth Collective Scholarship Program, directly funding future opportunities for more young artists and writers to develop their skills and share their work. Since 2022, the program has awarded over $17,000 in scholarships, ensuring that creativity and self-expression are accessible to all.
A Warm Invitation to Join Us We invite parents, families, and the broader community to support these young creators by purchasing a copy of Summertime Sparks! Every page is filled with passion, imagination, and the collaborative spirit that makes our collective so special.
To view the digital magazine in full or to purchase a physical copy of Summertime Sparks!, please visit our bookstore.
Thank you for joining us in celebrating the boundless creativity of our young authors and artists!