Hello Poetry Lovers Welcome back to the talk show studio (Rapturous applause). Our very distinguished guest tonight is poet and translator Timothy Ades. (Standing ovation that could get out of hand!) Now settle down, PL’s – because here he is now!! (Deafening applause as our esteemed guest walks down the lighted stairs) Welcome to theContinue reading “Interview with Timothy Ades”
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National Poetry Day (plus one)
Happy National Poetry Day, Poetry Lovers (I know, it was yesterday). However, a late nod to such a significant day never hurt anyone. The theme was Counting and after scribbling many words about foursomes, couples and threesomes (don’t ask!), they became redundant as I recalled the misery of sums and numbers at school. Quite depressing,Continue reading “National Poetry Day (plus one)”
The Booming Lovelies are back!
Yes, Poetry Lovers, you heard right! The Booming Lovelies are back at The Spice of Life, Soho on 5th November at 2 pm. This is a montage of our previous rehearsals and the work that we have ahead of us. We are apprehensive, but to use the words of Denis Norden –It’ll be alright onContinue reading “The Booming Lovelies are back!”
Morecambe Magic
Hello Poetry Lovers Yes, I’ve returned to Southern soil after a long weekend at the Morecambe Poetry Festival. This is Sharron and I at our first ever Morecambe bus stop, newly arrived and ready to take it all on Well, where to start… our first ever poetry festival and obviously there would be poets there!Continue reading “Morecambe Magic”
Morecambe Testcard
Hello Poetry Lovers Yes, you heard right, I said Morecambe. Off to the poetry festival with Sharron Green (one third of the Booming Lovelies). We’re going to see the hallowed Pam Ayres at the illustrious Winter Gardens, and Atilla the Stockbroker at The Kings Arms. Forgive me but I could not capture the stunning andContinue reading “Morecambe Testcard”
Hemline Corner
Hello Poetry Lovers Welcome back to another favourite theme of mine – clothes. Love writing about these very personal items. After another wonderful workshop with Sue Burge on the subject of Power Dressing, I came up with this couplet number. Wistful yet funny (I hope!). Hemline I ruthlessly shed low-cut numbers Put blousy vintage dressesContinue reading “Hemline Corner”
Poetry Basket Review
Hello Poetry Lovers Welcome back to the Poetry Basket Review. And in our basket this week is My Acrostic Mother, the brand new collection by prolific and talented poet Trisha Broomfield. Every page contains such absorbing pieces. Do treat yourselves to this wonderful collection. Meanwhile I have given it a very hot review below. ReadContinue reading “Poetry Basket Review”
Tricube City
Hello Poetry Lovers I thought I’d revisit my old pals, the Tricubes. Always loved them. They’re great company. Do you remember the rules? 3 line stanzas, 3 stanzas and 3 syllables a line. Do try one, they’re great fun. I’ve done one on food, but I’m not sure why Dobby’s crept in there. Read on….Continue reading “Tricube City”
Essential Corner
Hello Poetry Lovers Welcome to September. And what’s the best way to start this significant month?! Yes! Some life advice. I’ve thought through everything and I’m sure I’ve covered it all in this piece. Of course, I welcome your own thoughts but meanwhile, do read on… Life Advice First of all, get yourself a goodContinue reading “Essential Corner”
Acrostic September
Hello Poetry Lovers Yes, I know September’s not here yet but I couldn’t resist referring to it. It’s such a significant month and once loaded with meaning for me. Two acrostics on here today. A lovely descriptive piece from talented poet Trisha Broomfield, and then a coarser one from me follows. Do read on SlowlyContinue reading “Acrostic September”
Heather Moulson 