UK Poetry

Mum's 'War Teddies' Poem Travels To Ukrainian Border With Donated Bears

The poem has been translated and sent to Ukrainian families, alongside donated teddy bears.
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You Need To Read This Poetry Book. It's By A 5-Year-Old

Nadim's poem about taking off "your brave feeling" after school has won him fans worldwide.
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If You Want To Get Into Poetry, Here's Where To Start

Feeling inspired by Amanda Gorman? There's a world of poets out there to discover.
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This Teacher's Been Tweeting Her Kids' Poems And They're Brilliant

Writing poems boosts self-esteem at any age, says Kate Clanchy – here's how and why to get started.
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'You Clap For Me Now': The Story Behind The Powerful Poem Read By Key Workers

We spoke to the creators of the short film about their message and hopes for the future.
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Why Poetry Matters, Plus 3 Great Collections To Get You Started

“Poetry is just the evidence of life."
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Everyone Is Stunned By This Dyslexia Poem Written By A 10-Year-Old

"Made this grown man cry. I've read it over 20 times." ❤️
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How Discovering Poetry Helped Me Recover From Depression

Readers appeared to understand what I meant when I wrote about my deep depression. I realised that this was a way I could talk about my own emotions
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Actor Pens Fierce Poem Encouraging People To Quit Self-Hating And 'Embrace The Squish'

She's a 'kale-dodging female' and proud ✊
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Koleka Putuma Talks Poetry Post-Patriarchy and Black Joy

"I feel the most free when I'm writing, when I'm doing things that I like, that I love, when I'm in my home, when I'm not being whistled at."
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