The Magic Faraway Tree Competition with Bargain Books

Climb if you dare…

The Magic Faraway Tree is now in cinemas,just in time for a magical holiday outing.

Before you climb the tree, or after you’ve seen where it leads, discover the beloved book in‑store at Bargain Books.

We’re also inviting young adventurers to enter our Create a New Land Writing Competition!

How to Enter:

Step 1: Imagine Your Land

What it looks like

Who lives there

What magical things happen

Step 2: Tell Your Story

Ages 7–9: 100–150 words

Ages 10–12: 150–350 words

Step 3: Add Your Details

Include:

Your Name

Your Age

Your School

A parent/guardian contact number

Title of your magical land

Optional: a drawing

Step 4: Submit Your Entry

Drop your story in the entry box at Bargain Books, Blue Route Mall

Or email: blueroutemall@bargainbooks.co.za

Important Dates:

Entries open now until 20 April 2026

Winners announced: 23 April (World Book Day) on Bargain Books’ social media

Prizes:

1st Place: The Magic Faraway Tree (Film Edition), R250 BB voucher, Ster‑Kinekor voucher

2nd Place: R150 BB voucher, Ster‑Kinekor voucher

3rd Place: R150 BB voucher, Ster‑Kinekor voucher

We can’t wait to see what you discover at the top!