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Australian poetry

Talking sheds

Talking Sheds and Other Corrugations a new book from Wollongong poet Jack Oates was launched virtually just this week.

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September 27, 2020 peterfrankiswrites
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Ali Whitelock on coal and other things…

Scottish-Australian poet Ali Whitelock reading her found poem – ‘this is coal don’t be afraid’. For more delights, check out her website. Ali’s poetry and my heart crumples like a coke can, 2018 and the lactic acid in the calves of your despair, 2020 are available from her publisher Wakefield Press

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March 23, 2020 peterfrankiswrites
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Friday favourites: 23 Feb 18

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Found poetry

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20 Poets – Cordite books

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October 6, 2017 peterfrankiswrites
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