Morecambe Poetry Festival anthology features heroes of spoken word alongside first time poets

The anthology will be available to buy at the Morecambe Poetry Festival taking place September 22-24, with all profits going towards next year’s event.

The 180 page book is a who’s who of the spoken word scene in the UK alongside fledgling poets seeing their work published for the very first time.

Festival organiser Matt Panesh, who edited the anthology, said: “It’s a true reflection of the ethos of the festival which is very democratic in giving a platform to the new and untested along with a host of world class names.

"We always wanted the festival to inspire the budding writers in the local community, so we’re delighted to showcase that in this book.”

A host of world class names have been announced for Morecambe Poetry Festival back for a second year after winning plaudits from poets and audiences alike for its inaugural event.

Taking place at Morecambe Winter Gardens across three days, the festival features a packed bill of acclaimed poets including Carol Ann Duffy, Roger McGough, Jackie Kay,

Brian Bilston, Henry Normal, Attila the Stockbroker and John Hegley.

New for this year will also be a showcase of poetry nights from across the UK to give a snapshot of the UK scene.

Weekend tickets offer access to all shows with standard seating priced £65 (plus booking fees). Gold passes offer priority seating priced £75 (plus booking fees).

For tickets visit https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Lancaster/The-Morecambe-Winter-Gardens/Morecambe-Poetry-Festival/36181977/?hasNewTicketBox=1#contentjump