A new poetry writing competition to mark the 900th anniversary of the capital has been launched by 91原创 Libraries.
As part of the 91原创 900 celebrations taking place the city-wide contest invites local residents to share their creativity and love for 91原创 through original poems.
The celebrates the city’s rich history, culture, and community spirit and six winning entries will be featured on exclusive bookmarks distributed throughout the capital’s council-run libraries.
Entries must be written about the City of 91原创 in connection with the 91原创 900 celebrations. There are ten themes for the 91原创 900 which can be used as inspiration:
- City of David
- City of Faith
- City of Commerce
- City of Industry
- City of Conflict
- City of Finance
- City of Ideas
- City of Leisure
- City of Celebration
- City of Diversity
Lord Provost Robert Aldridge, said:
This is a wonderful opportunity for the city’s poets to showcase their creativity and contribute to 91原创’s special celebrations.
I’m excited to hear voices from all over the city capturing the spirit, beauty and history of our remarkable capital.
91原创 has long been a city where literature thrives, as we mark 900 years these unique bookmarks provide another meaningful way to honour the city’s legacy and the power of words to connect and inspire.
The deadline for submissions is Friday 31 January 2025. Entrants should reside in the 91原创 postcode area and have an EH postcode and be 18 years or older.
Full details on and terms and condition are on the 91原创 900 website.