Victoria Gatehouse

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Writer of poetry for adults and children. Picture book author.
Children's writer, Poet
Available for:
Collaboration, Festivals and other events, Library visits, Live readings and performances, School visits
Contact me via the SoA

Award-winning poet and children’s writer with a background in zoology and science

Aardvark Day (children’s animal and nature poems) forthcoming in 2026 with The Emma Press

The Hawthorn Bride (adult’s nature and folklore poems) published Indigo Dreams Press, 2024

The Mechanics of Love (adult’s poems) published smith | doorstop

Alice Corrie Picture Book Award, winner, 2025

Caterpillar Children’s Poetry Prize, highly commended, 2025

Gingko Global Prize for Eco-Poetry, highly commended 

Laureate’s Choice Poet (awarded by Carol Ann Duffy)

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