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""Joyous... There is a gorgeous childlike voice to these poems..."" (Robin Houghton, Envoi) This evocative poetry collection celebrates the bond between young and old, capturing time spent together and wonders shared. Inspired by childhood memories of her grandparents, Vicky Arthurs' vivid poems explore themes of love, war, nature and innocence. Some poems are seen through the eyes of a child, while others are remembrances and reimaginings of her grandparents' lives. Written with warmth and charm, this poetic family memoir pays tribute to a generation who lived through two World Wars. The book includes delightful title illustrations by British printmaker Kate Heiss. More praise for Limehaven: ""It's 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) ""Powerful, emotive and personal"" (Living North) ""...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)

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"Praise for LIMEHAVEN ""It's 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)"

Praise for LIMEHAVEN It's 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)

Author Information

Vicky Arthurs is a writer, editor and performer. She is inspired by nature and creates poetry that celebrates everyday life. Her first book of poems, Limehaven, draws on childhood memories of her grandparents: life's small details captured with love. She performs at festivals and events and has recorded Limehaven as an audiobook. Vicky has worked in television, training and publishing. She ran her own business in the personal development sector for ten years and enjoys helping people unlock their creative talents. Kate Heiss graduated from the Royal College of Art in Textile Design in 1997 and worked as a textile designer for several major fashion brands. In 2011, Kate set up her own printmaking studio after studying at the Curwen Studio. Kate's linocuts are inspired by her love of nature.

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