Can Openers Bristol

I had a lovely time at Can Openers in Bristol this lunchtime, reading poems from Better Houses and listening to a very high standard of open mic. Thanks so much for having me along, and to those of you who bought my books. The event is held in a dance studio at The Station, where I have fond memories of seeing exciting circus happenings when I used to live in the city. I thoroughly recommend this event, as a very supportive space for new readers too. For more info see: http://www.poetrycan.co.uk/new-events/1613-canopeners-2.html

For once I didn't take any photos, so you'll just have to take my word that it happened!

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