Layla Muir Recognised in Top Scribe 2026 Anthology
25 June
Damascus College Class of 2025 graduate and former VCE Literature student Layla Muir has been recognised among Victoria's outstanding young writers, presenting her creative work, The Fish on the Great Northern Box, at the Top Scribe 2026 Anthology Launch.
Top Scribe celebrates exceptional original works created by VCE Literature students from across Victoria, showcasing creative writing developed as part of their school-assessed coursework. Each year, a select group of students is chosen for publication in the annual anthology, featuring an impressive collection of fiction, poetry and hybrid works.
The 2026 Anthology Launch was held at The Wheeler Centre, celebrating the achievements of 25 VCE Literature students from across the state and streamed online to a wider audience.
Layla's inclusion in the anthology is a significant achievement and a testament to her creativity, dedication and talent as a writer. Her work, The Fish on the Great Northern Box, explores themes of human connection, resilience and community through imaginative and evocative storytelling.
Congratulations, Layla, on this outstanding accomplishment. Your success reflects not only your talent and commitment to your craft but also the strength of the creative opportunities available to students at Damascus College. We are incredibly proud of your achievement and look forward to following your writing journey in the years ahead.
