What I do

Writing
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I write fiction for children of all ages. I also write short stories and poetry. 

Arty things
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I like to draw for children and have made cards and postcards. Sewing in miniature is another enjoyable activity. 

Poetry

I studied women poets and the language they might use for my PhD. I write poetry too and have a few poems  published.  

Paper Sculpting

As a collector of children's books, I occasionally find one in a poor state and turn it into a box. ​

Literacy
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Working in schools has given me many hours of pleasure. I enjoy helping children explore books through creative means such as dance, drama and story telling.

Recent News

Performed two poems as part of the 'She Said' performance on International Women's Day.
My Poem 'Weaver of Cobwebby Corners' included in Ledbury Poetry Festival 'Fantastic Beasts'.
Runner up in the Slams the Word poetry slam on 2nd March.
Two poems published as part of the Good Dadhood project.
'The Life and Times of a Girl' included in the No Tribal Dance pamphlet.​
My poem 'Itch' has been published today on the Algebra of Owls site.
My poem 'Water' won Cheltenham Poetry Festival's Poetry in Motion Competition and has been made into a film by Diana Taylor. It was shown at the end of a showcase of new poetry films on Monday May 15th at the Cheltenham Playhouse. 
My poem 'Adonis Blue' was published on the Algreba of Owls site at the end of April..
My photograph of a peacock (Blue Day) will be the cover art for Issue 19 of Three Drops from a Cauldron, out in September.
My poem 'Summer's End' has been published in the Poetry Shed today.
One further poem published as part of the Good Dadhood project.
My poem 'Serbian Refugees' published for World Refugee Day in Poetry