John Cooper Clarke: 'A national treasure? I hate that'
He is about to become the first poet to headline a UK arena, but says he isn't ready for national treasure status.
The Big Issue5d
Poet laureate Simon Armitage on his years as a probation officer – and the redemptive power of poetry
Poet laureate and former probation officer Simon Armitage has published an ode to probation work – ‘A Life in the Day Of.’ ...
Worcester News18d
Worcestershire Young Poet Laureate 2025 competition open for entries
YOUNG writers across Worcestershire are being encouraged to enter the Young Poet Laureate competition. The contest, open to students in school years six to 13, invites budding poets to explore ...
The Cornish Times12d
Poet Laureate puts on quite the performance at Liskeard library
THE atmospheric setting of Liskeard Library transformed into a sanctuary of verse as Poet Laureate Simon Armitage graced the historic Cornish town with his presence. The visit marked another memorable ...
The Bookseller5d
Faber reveals new illustrated collection by the Poet Laureate Simon Armitage
Faber has acquired a new illustrated collection by the Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage. Editor Lavinia Singer acquired UK and Commonwealth rights to Dwell from Kirsty McLachlan of M ...