Heaven on Earth Now that it is night, you fetch the wash from outer space, from the frozen … More
Category: Influence
Why do it?
because of the words and because of the books because of the woman in the anorak at the swimming baths … More
Influences: Alan Booth
Alan Booth wasn’t the first teacher to teach me something, but he was the first who drew me into the … More
Influences: Peter Bourke
In 1991 we moved to a house in Brixton, south London. Of all our welcomes, that of our neighbour, the … More
Influences: Martin Wilson
One of the biggest influences on my life, let alone my writing, is Martin Wilson. I should know; he’s my … More
Lifesaving Poems 