About Me

I am a performance poet, children’s author and professional speaker working across schools, universities and community settings in the UK. My work focuses on confidence, emotional well-being and the power of poetry and language to shape identity and self-belief.

I spent over 35 years in education as a qualified primary teacher and Deputy Head Teacher, before retiring to become a full time poet and this experience informs my creative writing, workshops, and training for educators.

Key Areas of Expertise

• Children’s poetry and performance

• Creative writing and oracy in schools

• Confidence, self-esteem and emotional literacy

• Author visits, poetry workshops and literacy events

• Speaking on self-centred fear, anxiety and personal growth

Publications and Creative Work

I have published several children’s poetry collections and am co-author of the forthcoming personal development book Fear Tells Lies: Overcoming Self-Centred Fear and Anxiety. My writing blends humour, storytelling, and reflective practice to make poetry accessible and engaging.

Current and Upcoming Projects

I am developing new poetry and oracy resources for schools, alongside workshops linked to the UK National Year of Reading 2026. I am also expanding my speaking and writing in emotional well-being and personal development, with further books and educational resources in progress.