Award-winning poet and much-loved North Norfolk author Kevin Crossley-Holland will be giving a special reading to mark the launch of his new Collected Poems, published by ARC.
This free community event, hosted by Paper Moon Books, offers a warm invitation to readers, poetry lovers, and anyone with an interest in the landscape and stories of this part of the county. Kevin’s work is deeply rooted in North Norfolk, and much of his inspiration comes from the coast, wildlife, and local history.
The evening will include:
- A short reading from Collected Poems
- A chance to meet Kevin and have books signed
- Time to browse and chat with other guests
- Complimentary wine, soft drinks and nibbles
The launch takes place at Burnham Market & Norton Village Hall at 6pm on Wednesday 3rd December. Doors open shortly beforehand, and seats will be available on a first-come basis.
Kevin Crossley-Holland’s writing spans over five decades and includes poetry, translations, historical fiction, and libretti. He is a Carnegie Medal winner, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, and one of Britain’s best-known literary voices. Collected Poems brings together work from across his career, offering a rich, personal and wide-ranging selection.
Whether you are familiar with Kevin’s poetry or discovering it for the first time, this will be a friendly and engaging evening in celebration of a significant new publication by a North Norfolk writer whose work has reached readers around the world.
The event is free to attend and everyone is welcome.