John Siddique

John Siddique’s most recent book is Recital (2009), which has been called ‘one of the most important British poetry books of the last twenty years.’(Lauri Ramey, CSULA). Jackie Kay describes his writing as ‘a brilliant balancing act.’ John is also the author of The Prize (2005), Poems From A Northern Soul (2007) and Don’t Wear It On Your Head – Poems For Young People (2010). He has contributed poems, essays and articles to many publications, including the Guardian, Poetry Review, and The Rialto. His new book Full Blood, will be published by Salt in 2011. His official website is here.