Benjamin Zephaniah Future Writers is a national competition open to adults and children, organised by Birmingham City University. The theme for entries this year was the environment and Amber submitted a poem, ‘Trees Don’t Lie’.
As a finalist, English Literature student Amber was invited to the awards event at BCU on Tuesday 2nd December, where she was awarded 3rd place in the category for Year 10, 11, 12 and 13.
Amber’s poem will be displayed as part of a nature trail at Birmingham Botanical Gardens from March 2026 – May 2026.
Further Information
English Literature – A level
Benjamin Zephaniah Future Writers website




























































