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Planet in Peril Prompt: Thinking like an animal

Mar 15, 2019
3 min

Planet in Peril Prompt: Thinking like an animal

I ran an eco-poetry workshop for 15 to 18-year-olds, focusing on poetry prompts and how we can write about various different aspects of climate change. I realised that despite my target audience, these prompts may be enjoyable for all to experiment with! Some aspects of the workshop can be found below. Our impact on animals: Based on the "Dynasties" series, narrated by David Attenborough! These are quickfire prompts, so don't overthink your responses! Prompt 1: Poisoned Meat

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Introducing Commissioned Poet, Helen Mort!

Feb 22, 2019
1 min

Introducing Commissioned Poet, Helen Mort!

I am delighted to say that the former Derbyshire Poet Laureate, Helen Mort, will be part of the Planet in Peril project. Helen will be writing a brand-new piece for the anthology, global warming being a subject close to her heart. I have always been a fan of Helen's poetry and it is wonderful to be working with her. "Helen Mort is among the brightest stars in the sparkling new constellation of young British poets" - Carol Ann Duffy (Image from Helen Mort's website) More Ab

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Writing prompt: weaving science into poetry

Feb 10, 2019
2 min

Writing prompt: weaving science into poetry

With the Planet in Peril Poetry and Photography competition on its way, I would like to introduce to you Dr Michelle Cain, at Oxford University. Michelle is the Science and Policy Research Associate, and will be generously writing a foreword for the book, as well as annotating your poems and photos, to ensure that this project is bang up to date with the latest scientific research on Climate Change. Michelle’s core expertise is in air pollution, greenhouse gases and climate s

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Writing Prompt: Be inspired by the changes around you

Jan 28, 2019
2 min

Writing Prompt: Be inspired by the changes around you

With submissions opening today for Planet in Peril, I would like to introduce second charity the anthology will fundraise for. The Climate Coalition, believe that together, we can secure a clean and sustainable future. Along with their sister organisations, Stop Climate Chaos Cymru and Stop Climate Chaos Scotland, they are a group of over 130 organisations — including the National Trust, Women's Institute, Oxfam, and RSPB — reaching across the UK to show their love for all t

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Writing Prompt: How can we write about our oceans?

Jan 20, 2019
2 min

Writing Prompt: How can we write about our oceans?

With submissions opening for the Planet in Peril competition opening on January 28, I wanted to introduce one of the charities which the anthology will fundraise for. This blog post will look at the work of WWF, and two of their projects which I feel very strongly about. I will also look at some excellent poetry which explores these projects creatively and connects it to our everyday lives. As WWF says on their website, 'The trouble is we think we have time,' and the reality

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Announcing ‘Planet in Peril’!

Dec 22, 2018
2 min

Announcing ‘Planet in Peril’!

“Planet in Peril”: an anthology for our time. There has never been a more critical moment in this planet’s history. Ecosystems and species stand upon the precipice of extinction and await human action. Spurred by the urgency of the situation, Fly on the Wall Press has teamed up with WWF, The Climate Coalition, Dr Michelle Cain (Oxford University), former Derbyshire Poet Laureate, Helen Mort, and wildlife photographer, Emily Gellard, to create an anthology for our future. Cred

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