poyums

And I have done more than just simply get by

So much more than escape or survive

Through the galvanisation of love, time and patience

I’ll take hold of my story and thrive.

After life that was seldom what life ought to be

Through laughter and love I’ll be whole

This story is mine from the cover to spine

And the narrative I will control

Whether she’s writing letters to her younger self, advocating for women’s rights or adapting fairy tales to process an abusive relationship, Len’s voice is bold, unashamedly frank and unmistakably hers.

The poems in this collection, both funny and fiercely feminist, announce a formidable new talent. Moving deftly between English and Scots, poyums is as approachable as it is affecting.

Reviews of poyums

The keeper and reinventor of the Scottish language in the 21st century — IAN MCMILLAN I think Lennie is brilliant. She has such talent and passion and joy — MICHAEL SHEEN I adore Lennie's poetry — NIGELLA LAWSON Beautiful poetry and her language is just spectacular — JANEY GODLEY