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Our first publication is Limehaven: Poems for my grandparents by Vicky Arthurs.

Limehaven: Poems for my grandparents

Vicky Arthurs

This charming poetry book is a love letter to grandparents.

Full of warmth — like a big poetic hug — this evocative poetry collection celebrates the special bond between grandparent and child. It’s a captivating read for anyone with fond memories of being a grandchild — and makes a great gift for a grandmother or grandfather.

Inspired by childhood memories of her grandparents, Vicky Arthurs’ vivid, tender poems capture the joy of time spent together and wonders shared. There are poignant remembrances too, and moving scenes from her grandparents’ lives, which spanned two World Wars.

Arthurs writes with affection, honesty and gentle humour. Her simple, accessible poetry has an easy rhythm — you can read it aloud or enjoy it alone. Her poems touch on themes of family love, war, nature and the innocence of childhood. From free verse to poetic forms — short as haiku or long as a ballad — the forty poems in this book fall into four sections. Each part begins with a beautiful title illustration by British printmaker Kate Heiss.

Editorial reviews:

“Affectionate, poignant and compelling… with lots of possibilities for English teachers… an excellent springboard for students writing about their own childhood memories and reflections.”
Susan Elkin, The School Librarian

“The best debut collection I’ve read in ages. This delightful, nostalgic book is a love letter to Vicky’s grandparents. The poems are clever and beautiful…”
Elaine Cusack, Culture, The Journal

“The book rolls out with a joyous panache… There is a gorgeous childlike voice to these poems, peppered with songs, rhymes and humour.”
Robin Houghton, Envoi

“…the language is simple, there is an immediacy here, a freshness… It illustrates Arthurs’ gift for tenderness, which is so powerfully demonstrated in this collection.”
Paul Blake, Brittle Star

“With its lyrical form, the poetry is inspired by childhood memory… beautifully presented…”
Mslexia: Indie Presses

“Powerful, emotive and personal…”
Living North

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