Poetry Reading of “Black Roses” by Simon Armitage
Hommage to Sophie Lancaster R.I.P. 2007
Interview with Lucy English on Using Multimedia with Poetry
I recently spoke to Lucy English on using multimedia with poetry. Lucy has done several multimedia poetry projects since she began performing poetry in 1996.
Poetry Prompt: Animal perspective on Place
If you have a pet, perhaps do a poem about your pet’s favourite place. . My dog’s favourite place My dog’s favourite place is in the washing basket. Serves me right for not putting away my clothes, I guess. At least she is warming up my dressing gown. But if I become itchy or smelly the…
Call out for poetry on “Place”
My next Spartan radio segment is on this Wednesday. This week’s theme is “Place”. If you have any poems that are about a certain place (either your own work or from a poet you like), then send it through to me and I’ll read it live on radio. Or, better yet, record it and send…
Scott Wings: Circle
This reminded me how much I love Scott’s poetry!
Spoken Word Podcasts
Spoken Word Podcasts I met this lovely lady the other night at a poetry gig. Her website is full of spoken word podcasts full of poetry and storytelling and plenty more. Definitely worth a look!
No Breathing: Michael Rosen
Fantastically funny and quirky poem
Zena Edwards: Laugh
on Def Jam Poetry
Katie Bonna: Fragile
Katie Bonna is the next big thing. She rocked my world tonight. I’ve never seen such a compelling performance ever on a poetry stage.
Sophie Aussie 