Ruth Gilchrist

Poet and writer of Flash and Short fiction.
Nature writer, Poet, Short fiction writer
Available for:
Collaboration, Festivals and other events, Library visits, Live readings and performances, Residencies, Workshops

I am a Poet and a Flash Fiction Writer. My subjects are many and varied with a strong interest in the ecological. I like to collaborate across the arts, I am happy to read and perform as an individual and in a group.

My current roles include:       

        Scottish book trust Live Author 

        Open Book lead reader and creative writing facilitator.

        Creative Writing Fellow for Tyne and Esk writing groups.

Previous roles include:

        Leader and Facilitator of The Scottish Poetry Library Writing Mothers Poetry Group

I am an active member of:

         Federation of Writers Scotland.

Particular interest in nature and how humans connect with their environment.

My latest project is community nature journaling in the face of industrial development.