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Poetry & Spoken Word, Storytelling & Books

Rediscovering “Love, don’t Fear”: Poetry Collection You May Have Missed


If you are a fan of thought-provoking and emotionally charged poetry, let me remind you about my book! šŸ“š”Love, don’t Fear” is a powerful poetry collection that explores the complexities of relationships, especially the ones that leave you feeling tangled and conflicted. I know we’ve passed Valentine’s Day, but these aren’t fluffy poems about chocolates and flowers (though a few might be just that). Instead, … Continue reading Rediscovering “Love, don’t Fear”: Poetry Collection You May Have Missed

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Poetry & Spoken Word

Poem, ā€œI Canā€™t Breatheā€


.If the world didn’t call out your name You would be just one more number Not the first nor the last… Just another one… biting the dust… . But, . Weā€™re weary of seeing blood being shed Especially, by those who are meant to protectā€¦ . Except, he was pinned to the ground, unarmed! “They’re killing me,” he said to his mumā€¦ Itā€™s a life … Continue reading Poem, ā€œI Canā€™t Breatheā€

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Poetry & Spoken Word

Mirage, Marriage, Memoir – Poem


He looked good and had a lot, So she entered the mirage ā€“ Only, she had failed to notice Ugliness & lack, inside. Their mirage turned to a marriage From hell ā€“ especially for herā€¦ Technically, it was not a marriage ā€“ She was not the only girl. Damn. Had she known before. Man! Had she shut that door. Now, things are not as they … Continue reading Mirage, Marriage, Memoir – Poem

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Book Editing, Creative Writing

Developmental Editing ā€“ What a Novel Idea: Part 1


I remember when I wrote my very first fiction book ā€“ over ten years ago. I was so proud of it. I must have produced about 50,000 words and I could not wait to unleash my ā€˜masterpieceā€™ on the world…šŸ–‹ļø I did actually submit it to one publishing house (this is such a funny story – I might share it one day). I received a … Continue reading Developmental Editing ā€“ What a Novel Idea: Part 1

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Creative Writing, Storytelling & Books

STORYTELLING – Script Editor Interview


Lights, camera, action! šŸ˜‚ TV script editor Amy Reith has worked with some of the greatest story minds (arguably) ā€“ in various roles ā€“ across BBC4ā€™s, Sky Oneā€™s and Sky Atlanticā€™s productions… What I really like about Amy though is that she’s a sweet and down to earth woman… I’ll let you know how we met (funny story) – in part 2 of the interview… … Continue reading STORYTELLING – Script Editor Interview

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Book Editing, Creative Writing

Creative Writing – Novels vs. Nonfiction vs. Poetry


Iā€™m a trained non fiction editor and journalist. I’m also a self-taught poet with two poetry books to my name. I enjoy locating problems with non fiction pieces and love seeing the fruits of good editing. Non fiction writing and editing are relatively straight forward. Theyā€™re all about reality and research. You donā€™t have to remember made up characters nor look for creative ways to … Continue reading Creative Writing – Novels vs. Nonfiction vs. Poetry

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Poetry & Spoken Word

One More Poem – Shielded Memories


I had said that while working on my novel I’d put the brakes on writing poetry. And, I have kept to that until now. However,on Wednesday, my friend/mentorā€™s body was cremated. I had been invited to say a few words at her funeral… Barbara was a big supporter of my poetry and often expressed her desire to be in the audience when I performed. Sadly, … Continue reading One More Poem – Shielded Memories

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Race, Culture, Identity

7 Answers – Interview & Introduction


A few months ago, I was featured in ā€œSeven Questions…ā€ ā€“ a popular column of a UK based newspaper for the Polish diaspora. The interview format was quite unusual. I was given a number of one word/two-word questions to choose from and asked to develop answers based on whatever reflections they triggered in my mind. When the interview came out I promised my English-speaking readers … Continue reading 7 Answers – Interview & Introduction

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Poetry & Spoken Word

Extraordinary Things in Ordinary Places


Two weeks have passed since my poetry evening. Iā€™ve had some time to reflect and would love to share my thoughts with you… The event was a success. The venue turned out to be the right one, and it was full. Due to previously mentioned last-minute changes, I had less than 3,5 weeks to promote the show, hence filling it up was probably one of … Continue reading Extraordinary Things in Ordinary Places

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