I have to publicly state what I intend to do in the world of literature - in order that i will do it if only to avoid public humiliation. This incredible book of #poetry will be published by the #SixtyOdd Press very soon. And it will be well worth the wait.
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On #SixtyOdd poets today an excellent set of #poetry from the marvellous Isabel Greenslade. Pour yourself a drink (tea, coffee, real ale, or whatever you prefer) and enjoy.
Exciting news, as the long awaited publication of Roger Waldron's Notes from Various Settees is only a matter of days away. while you wait, you can read a sample of Roger's work, all about the history of the #SixtyOdd Press and other #poetry matters on substack. @throwawayreg.bsky.social
I made this little advert to publicise the ten volumes of Sixty Odd Poets which preceded the Odd Journal which was launched yesterday. You can find all of them and Odd on amazon. #poetry #SixtyOdd
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A fantastic set of poems from the wonderful c.oulens @owlnsquirrels1111.bsky.social graces the #sixtyodd #poetry site this week. From the sound of the convenience store to the happy release from night time anxieties - It's all there, in perfectly chosen words.
an honor to be included in @zoomburst.substack.com Mike O'Brien's #SixtyOdd Poet series. here you'll find short and not-so-sweet oddities about love and grief, wizards and molluscs.
Today's #SixtyOdd Poet is Ulrica Hume - with a collection of six short, punchy and keenly observed pieces of #poetry.
Father Christmas giving Arius the Heretic a slap around the chops for speaking out of turn about Jesus. You can email me with your heresy poetry at sixty_odd@aol.com No - It really is Father Christmas - St Nicholas!
Sorry to jump on the #poemsabout hashtag, but I am thinking of putting out a selection of poems on the theme of heresy on the #SixtyOdd #Poets page on Sunday Feb 15th to commemorate Galileo's 462nd Birthday. Anyone want to send me anything? (email in alt text)
Odd - a New Literary Journal launching in Mexborough - on 22nd February.
Odd - A new literary journal from #SixtyOdd Poets. Those lucky enough to be within striking distance of Mexborough - Come to the launch... Those who are less lucky than that - you will still be able to buy a copy - and maybe even help me to organise a launch near you. #Poetry
More #SixtyOdd #poetry from Sheffield. Heres Andrew Stott, with a collection which spans both comedy and tragedy. (incidentally submissions for sixty Odd Poets are currently open)
What a fabulous #BurnsNight Celebration we had in Mexborough yesterday. The whisky flowed, as did the #poetry!
Here's the #SixtyOdd poets Burns Night Special, for all those who partake.
This was the sixtieth and final chapter of my first set of #SixtyOdd poems. Shortly after, I embarked on a second #poetry based series, which I am currently approaching the end of. "A Sea policeman?" you ask. Yes. His beat was a lonely one along the quiet coastline of East Yorkshire.
Christmas? New Year? I don't know whether I'm coming or going - heres some New Year #poetry from last year's #sixtyodd
As we approach New Years Eve, #sixtyodd poets would like to offer you some new year #poetry in Out With The Old - In With The New. And as an added bonus for Mary Pickford fans, there is a New Year photograph of her for you to cut out and keep. (although you will have to print it first)
I've been doing #sixtyodd for a few years now. Here is the #Christmas #poetry compilation from 2023.
Cheer up! This time next week it'll all be over! In the meantime try and get into the mood with some #Christmas #sixtyodd #poetry. Merry Christmas darlin' - Wherever you are...
Some Fabulous #poetry this morning, from our good friend @pj-donnelly.bsky.social who becomes the last poet to be admitted to the fellowship of the #SixtyOdd in 2025.
Christopher Matthews, on Reality, Sleeplessness, and a Letter to his Parents, #poetry as published in #SixtyOdd poets Vol 8 - An Eighth of Sixty
Two marvellous #poetry collections, reviewed with sample poems and links on #SixtyOdd poets. Both very different, both romantic yet contemporary. Have a break, have a coffee, have a kit-kat (if there are any in the house), and have a read.
Ali Rowland writes warm and thoughtful #poetry, always accessible, and full of wonder. I was privileged to publish her collection Dragged Up -A Northern Childhood, on the #SixtyOdd press a year or so back. It is still available on Amazon, but you can read a sample for free here.
Ayesha Hussain becomes the 88th of the #SixtyOdd Poets today. Five quality slices of literature to get your teeth into. Tales of mystery and imagination, of letters and letterboxes, of fear and darkness, and the terrifying crunch, crunch of a plastic carpet protector. #poetry
Ohh Crikey - Just take a look at this video! Sister Chain and Brother John are coming to join us and play a few songs on Sunday afternoon's #sixtyodd launch. Some of Eleanor's #poetry is in the book. I am in awe of their music, humour and style, and proud to be featured in the video.
Peter White, the only poet ever to travel to a #sixtyodd launch by aeroplane. A magnificent fellow, who writes magnificent #poetry with thought and feeling.
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This morning #SixtyOdd Poets is proud to present a selection of the #poetry of Paul Connolly. Pour yourself a brew and take some time to read, mark and inwardly digest these six fine poems.
The cover of the forthcoming tenth volume of Sixty Odd Poets - the Last half Dozen Featuring Susan Darlington, Jim Murdoch, Neil Roystone, Eleanor Cantor, James Lee Jobe and Steve Williams.
Coming in late November... The tenth volume of Sixty Odd Poets - The Last Half Dozen... and the promise of a rebirth for the #SixtyOdd Press next year. #Poetry for all!
Very active in the Poetry Scene in and around North Lincolnshire, Amy Garratt writes honest heartfelt #poetry. Her feature on #SixtyOdd poets last year was really well received.
With #poetry on topics as diverse as trees, stamp collecting and becoming a satsuma, Peter Fereday becomes the 86th poet to be admitted to the Order of the #SixtyOdd. A worthy addition to its ranks.