John Irving Clarke: published writer of poetry and prose and workshop leader. Available for readings and writing sessions. Most recently, students at Castle Grove School, Wakefield and Farnley Academy, Leeds have heard the mantra: poetry is language charged with rhythm and meaning, at first hand and the following endorsements were coerced from responsible adults.



"The children really enjoyed this afternoon...they love it that they have a poem to take away."

Class 2 teacher, Castle Grove School



"Excellent. Our students enjoyed their day of poetry."

Literacy Tutor, Farnley Academy, Leeds



At Rotherham Women's Refuge they were equally enthusiastic without any duress:

​"It was fantastic. John showed us how to describe things in different ways - that was really good. We had a laugh."





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