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Raymond Antrobus is a British-Jamaican poet and educator known for his powerful explorations of identity, language, and deafness in his work. His debut collection "The Perseverance" won the Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry in 2019, making him the first poet of color and the first deaf poet to receive the prestigious award. Antrobus' poetry often blends British Sign Language with spoken English, creating a unique and immersive reading experience. His work challenges traditional notions of communication and highlights the complexities of being a deaf person of color in contemporary society. Antrobus is a trailblazer in the literary world, using his platform to advocate for greater accessibility and representation for marginalized voices in literature.