My small part of the internet where you can find some of my poetry, my writing and my poetry blog, The Book Bag which showcases the best emerging and established contemporary poets.

I’m Paul—a working-class poet with a love for words and stories.

I grew up in Northumberland and now call Newcastle upon Tyne home, where I live with my wife and our madcap dog, Brody.

I’m old enough to remember the days of the pits, though not old enough to have worked in one.

When I’m not putting words on paper, you’ll find me creating something delicious (a classically trained chef), playing (trying to anyway) the saxophone, lost in a book, or exploring weird places, old places and new ones.

If you’d like to connect, feel free to reach out via email, social media, or the contact form—you’ll find all the details on the Contact Page