The Fire People : A Collection of British Black and Asian Poetry ed. By Lemn Sissay Random House  Recent Changes in the

 Recent Changes in the Vernacular (2017)

Carcanet Press

the beautifully realised sequences in Wristwatch are moving

to be accepted and forgiven and inspired – is what makes my friendships with women so special to me

flippant – about the early stages of Parkinson's Disease

The Fire People : A Collection of British Black and Asian Poetry ed. By Lemn Sissay Random House  Recent Changes in theThis seminal collection of Black British poets ignited a movement when it was first published in 1998. It celebrated the rising stars of the time, many of whom have since become established names. Inspired and influenced by roots, reggae and hip hop, this anthology is edited by number one bestselling author and poet Lemn Sissay. Including work from: Chris Abani, Patience Agbabi, Malika Booker, John Citizen, Salena Godden, Lorraine Griffiths, Linton