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Joshua Seigal's (very general) top poetry tips
Published: Wed 6th October 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
Mark Grist Celebrates National Poetry Day
Published: Wed 6th October 2021
Young Writers' independent judge Mark Grist is an award-winning poet who has written "What Is Special?" for National Poetry Day 2021.
What National Poetry Day means to poet Dommy B and his tips for young poets
Published: Tue 5th October 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!
Simon Mole helps budding poets to develop their skills
Published: Mon 4th October 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
The Poetry Zone founder Roger Stevens talks about National Poetry Day
Published: Fri 1st October 2021
Poetry icon and Poetry Day veteran Roger Stevens tells us his plans for the big day.
By Luke Chapman | Author, Interview, Poetry
Cloud Soup interview with Kate Wakeling and Elina Braslina: National Poetry Day Celebrations
Published: Fri 24th September 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
Accepting failure – moving forward positively
Published: Mon 20th September 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
Boost your Big Poetry Party entry with these writing tips
Published: Wed 18th August 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
It’s our 30th birthday and you’re invited to The Big Poetry Party
Published: Fri 16th July 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
Creativity in a Pandemic – Guest blog from Poet Kate Wakeling
Published: Tue 13th July 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