There are also contests for teens listed, and even magazines who solicit work from young people. These can all be a great way to practice your writing and get exposure to the world of publishing. I also reccomend The Idiot's Guide to Getting Published. It's a really comprehensive book, tells you a lot about submissions and how publishing works. Most of all, don't get discouraged.
Writing is tough, but it's also very rewarding.
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