Poems on the theme of family

Poets Dean Atta and Valerie Bloom share poems on the theme of family.

The Family Mystery

by Dean Atta

Poet Valerie Bloom takes on the challenge with a poem about her family. 

Through My Window

by Valerie Bloom

Take the challenge

Submit a poem which can be:

• A group or individual poem about your family, an aspect of your family or why they are important to you

You can submit a poem in written form or as an audio or video clip that is one-minute or less. A selection of poems will be chosen for showcase on our website. We will let you know if a poem is chosen.

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