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Published: Wed 31st Jan 2024
A step-by-step writing guide for how to write a poem.
By Jenni Harrison | Poetry
Published: Fri 24th Nov 2023
The story of how one 7-year-old used the power of words to express his feelings about his stammer, which led to him becoming a published author.
By Emma Morton | Author, Family, Guest Blog, Interview, Parents, Poetry
Published: Fri 15th Sep 2023
A list of resources and tips to help teachers find new ways to teach poetry to their students.
By Young Writers Admin | Poetry, Recommended Reads, Teachers, Top Tips
Published: Fri 23rd Jun 2023
Rapper and performer Mixy talks about his introduction to writing and the ways he found to express himself
By Mixy | Guest Blog, Poetry
Published: Fri 5th May 2023
Author of 'Glitter Boy', Ian Eagleton explains his relationship with poetry and how it's changed throughout his life!
By Ian Eagleton | Guest Blog, Poetry
Published: Tue 21st Mar 2023
Musician, poet, writer and educator, Christian Foley talks to us about his new book 'The Oddsocktopus'!
By Christian Foley | Author, Guest Blog, Poetry, Q&A
Published: Fri 17th Feb 2023
In this blog, we will explore the benefits of using emotions and tone in poetry and provide tips on how teachers can effectively incorporate this into their lesson plans.
By Ross | Poetry, Teachers, Top Tips, Writing Tips
Published: Tue 10th Jan 2023
Take a look at one of our poetry competitions - The Big Green Poetry Machine - to see examples of how eco-poetry can cross the curriculum!
Published: Wed 8th Jun 2022
Celebrating all creative writing styles up to 1,000 words... Open to ages 4-18, a fun and creative competition for all young writers to showcase their best piece of work!
Published: Sun 1st May 2022
The world around us... what do you love, or dislike? Share with us your thoughts on nature, wildlife, pollution, climate change...
By Lynsey | Activities, Competitions, Environment, Family, Kids, Parents, Poetry
Published: Wed 2nd Feb 2022
Mollie has written up her experiences with the Empowered competition and how she inspired her class to take on the challenge extracurricular.
By Mollie Hogg | Guest Blog, Poetry, Teachers, Alumni
Published: Mon 31st Jan 2022
Celebrate your favourite person in verse with Poetry Idol and you could win them, and yourself a fantastic prize!
By Lynsey | Activities, Competitions, Kids, Parents, Poetry, Teachers
Published: Mon 8th Nov 2021
Fun poetry writing competition encouraging budding writers to be inspired by this time of year.
By Lynsey | Activities, Competitions, Kids, Poetry, Teachers
Published: Fri 5th Nov 2021
Pandemic Poetry was created to build a safe space for young poets to write and come together. The task of choosing a winner was no easy feat, so huge congratulations are in order for...
By Luke Chapman | Poetry, Winners
Published: Wed 20th Oct 2021
A handy guide to common poetry types that you can use to inspire fangtastic Halloween-inspired poems!
By Lynsey | Activities, Event, Family, Holiday activities, Poetry
Published: Wed 20th Oct 2021
Find out how to get involved in this spooktacular poetry competition!
By Lynsey | Activities, Competitions, Poetry
Published: Tue 12th Oct 2021
Nurturing opinions is important, young people have a voice and should be heard. Empower the youth and let them find their voices
By Luke Chapman | Kids, Poetry
Published: Thu 7th Oct 2021
The big day has finally come... Check out our heaps of Poetry resources, interviews, guest blogs, superstar poets and more!
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Author, Event, Family, Illustrator, Interview, Kids, Parents, Poetry, Teachers, Top Tips, Writing Tips
Published: Thu 7th Oct 2021
We've collected our favourite poetry books to celebrate 2021's National Poetry Day!
Published: Wed 6th Oct 2021
Young Writers' independent judge Mark Grist is an award-winning poet who has written "What Is Special?" for National Poetry Day 2021.
Published: Wed 6th Oct 2021
Poet, writer and funny man Joshua Seigal has shared with us his top poetry tips to mark National Poetry Day.
By Joshua Seigal | Author, Family, Interview, Kids, Poetry, Top Tips, Writing Tips, Guest Blog
Published: Tue 5th Oct 2021
Children's Poet Dommy B took the time out of his busy schedule to write us a special blog post about his love of National Poetry Day!
Published: Mon 4th Oct 2021
Simon Mole is a well-loved genius poet. As well as releasing his new book 'I Love My Bike', Simon has been running free poetry workshops for budding writers.
By Luke Chapman | Interview, Poetry
Published: Fri 1st Oct 2021
Poetry icon and Poetry Day veteran Roger Stevens tells us his plans for the big day.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Interview, Poetry
Published: Fri 24th Sep 2021
Cloud Soup is a genius collection of poems from Kate Wakeling, we chat with her and the book's Illustrator Elina Braslina about poetry!
By Luke Chapman | Author, Illustrator, Interview, Poetry
Published: Mon 20th Sep 2021
Failure can be a difficult topic for many, but it’s an important part of life. We’ve got some tips on accepting failure and how to make it a positive!
By Luke Chapman | Family, Kids, Top Tips, Poetry
Published: Wed 18th Aug 2021
Looking to improve your writing and create your best entry for the Big Poetry Party? Check out these writing tips that are sure to take your poem to the next level.
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Kids, Top Tips, Writing Tips, Poetry
Published: Fri 16th Jul 2021
Join in the festivities and celebrate our birthday with us. You’re invited to celebrate with us at our Big Poetry Party.
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Competitions, Holiday activities, Kids, Poetry
Published: Tue 13th Jul 2021
Writer and Poet Kate Wakeling has created a guest blog just for Young Writers about creativity throughout the Pandemic.
By Kate Wakeling | Author, Interview, Poetry, Guest Blog
Published: Mon 14th Jun 2021
We sat down with Fay Lant from the National Literacy Trust to talk about the important work they do, and why Pandemic Poetry is beneficial to young writers across the UK.
By Luke Chapman | Charity, Interview, Poetry
Published: Thu 27th May 2021
The frequent guest judge and Young Writers friend shares his thoughts on our new poetry competition, and why he believes writing has such strength.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Family, Interview, Poetry
Published: Sun 16th May 2021
Pandemic Poetry builds a safe space for writers to create poems about their future. Aimed at empowering youth and nurturing a community, we’re encouraging everyone to look at their future with hope and excitement.
By Luke Chapman | Activities, Competitions, Kids, Teachers, Poetry
Published: Wed 5th May 2021
A Poetry Odyssey - A Collection Of Verse Winner Announced