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Mick writes poems for both children and adults in genres ranging from humorous and funny, indigenous Australian and romantic love poems.

He also performs poetry for children and adults in the United Kingdom. His adult poetry workshops have proved a success in libraries across the West of England.

• I perform my poetry to all groups. Under 5's or Over 50's, anyone can enjoy and appreciate my poetry.
• I write poetry and have published The Big Book of Bonza Poems which you can buy online via amazon or by specail order through any Waterstones bookstore.

Audiences have described my shows as 'Exhilarating'. The success of these original poetry performances is the regular demand to book my talent and special endorsements. I also spend time teaching adults in poetry and lyric workshops.

Poetry Modules Available for Schools
These modules are all available to primary and secondary schools and represent great value for money for your school. The modules are entirely flexible and can be suited to your schedule.

PW01	Interactive Poetry Workshop Students prepare their own individual poems prior to my visit. Students will then perform their own poems in front of their class. I will give valuable tips and advice on areas they may be to improve on.	Suitable for ages 7 and upwards
BB01	The Big Bonza Performance A real highlight of the day and one that children always enjoy. I perform my own poems live in front of students using characterised voices from my own book "The Big Book of Bonza Poems". This includes music, entertainment and a whole lot of fun!	Suitable for ages 4 and upwards
AD01	An Australian Dreamtime One for the older pupils with a strong cultural influence. This is a performance of a collection of my finest poems relating to the Australian Dreamtime beliefs backed with appropriate original indigenous music.	Suitable for ages 13 and upwards

My services are available from 9.30am to 3.30pm on weekdays. Book signings and sales are available at the end of each session.

Fees: Please call 0208 893573 to discuss.

Testimonial "There is always fun and laughter when Mick's around. He encourages audience participation and his relaxed approach gives people confidence to write and read out their own poetry. He works very well with both children and adults. In fact recently, when he was performing, outside in the sunshine on the village green, the audience ranged from toddlers in pushchairs to elderly residents of the nearby sheltered accommodation. Everyone really enjoyed the intimate atmosphere of sitting together listening to his poems, read to us in his inimitable style. One old lady was quite deaf but was determined to participate and so followed the poems in his book.She subsequently bought a copy and said that she hadn't had so much fun in ages!. I have no hesitation in recommending him - everyone is sure to have a good time!" Penny England Community Librarian, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire