Poems to Love, Sparks of Monthly Inspiration – monthly : 5 May, 2 June, 7 July 2026

Relish poems to love for simply pure enjoyment in these short monthly informal meetings on Zoom, that are also very affordable (£35 GBP for 3!)

Surely the joy, intimacy, compassion and daring of poetry is an antidote to the news and state of the world these days?

Each month I’ll choose a couple of poems that I find exciting, arresting or just wonderful. In this small group, we’ll read poems and discuss them together as readers and as writers looking at the content, form, poetic techniques, voice, syntax and other stylistic aspects. Then we will write short responses to the poems.

It’s a simple format with two sessions of close reading and discussing poems and two opportunities for writing. We won’t be spending too much time reading back work we’ve written, but we will discuss some reflections on our writing and share extracts in the chat if you wish.

These short sessions are only 45mins to one hour long, a shot in the arm for inspiration, professional development and most importantly a reminder to keep expanding your reading joy, being inspired by great poems, new and old… one of the most enriching things to do in life I think!

It doesn’t matter whether you get published or win prizes or whatever, just bring your love of poetry, words and ideas. It’s really about the simple joy in poetry and creativity.

Taking pace – 5 May, 2 June, 7 July 2026

Top up your monthly inspiration!