News

For me, poetry is all about engaging with an audience, sharing ideas, and making connections.

This page is where you’ll find news of forthcoming gigs – I’ll update it as necessary every few weeks – and any other bits and pieces of poetry news I have to share. What’s going on in 2024? Find out here!

(I know the world of gigs has opened up again since Covid-19 first blessed us with its presence, so this is probably a good time to point out that I’m fine with getting up behind a mic in pubs, arts centres, cafes etc, and just as comfortable sharing my words with folk via the miracle of Zoom. Have audience will travel, kind of thing.)

all times, everywhere

My seventh collection of poems
is now on sale.
I think it’s my best yet.
To buy a copy, just click the link:
snapshots from the fall of home

Sunday 5th January
Our first Yes We Cant
of the year, and it’s a
gentle readaround.


Thursday 16th January
I’ll be up in Morecambe,
dropping in to their poetry night,
maybe reading some poems…

Saturday 18th January
At the launch of the poetry trail
in Caldmore Community Gardens,
Walsall. 2.30pm




Saturday 25th January
The legendary Wolves Lit Fest
poetry slam returns.
Tickets selling fast.

I’m always looking for opportunities to share my work and get up in front of an audience, so do get in touch if you’d like to offer a gig. Thanks.