REVIEWS “The directness, the levelling craic, eyeball to eyeball, the sheer pace of these poems is exhilarating, upbeat and a tonic for our troubled times.” Mike Bannister, ‘Links’ “.... ranging widely in form and content, yet unquestionably in one, very authoritative voice. These well turned and elegant poems contain wit, pathos, humour, tenderness, humanity, profundity and emotional depth. They are often moving but never sentimental. He has a wry and sympathetic eye for the frailties of the famous and the unknown.” John Latham, poet and novelist. “Unlocks life’s little moments with uncanny insight. Beautifully written with warm attention to detail; emotionally engaging with nice touches of humour.” Agraman, The Buzz cabaret club. “His poetry, which is vibrant and taut, is wide ranging in form and theme.” Sean Body, Tarantula publications. “John Lindley’s poems exist in the twilight world between the merely fanciful and the genuinely disturbing” iota “.... a quirky, lively talent with a way for the unexpected image. Nothing seems to escape his attention.” Mary Knight, Prop. “ Lindley’s is an acutely observed world...(his) poetry is sexy, lyrical and by turns melancholic.” Keith Armstrong, National Association of Writers’ Groups magazine. “An easeful voice pushes you along with a deceptive, unforced elegance.” Steven Waling, City Life. “… excels in startling quirky images that thrill and ‘ground’ each poem in a contemporary viewpoint” Paul Sutherland, ‘Dream Catcher’ “…a dash of grit, rough urban magic, rural charm and a healthy dose of colourful humour.” Dragon’s Breath, Pigasus Press “Prolific writer with astute sensibilities...” Ted Smith-Orr, Editor of ‘Football: Pure Poetry’. “...a superb poet. The dude is good.” East African Standard
REVIEWS OF ‘SCREEN FEVER’ “.... a master of observation, with a wry sense of humour...Mr. Lindley’s extraordinary talent and skill with words were matched by his unassuming manner and excellent delivery.” Congleton Chronicle. “ .... a thrilling and enthralling event. We were delighted and so were our audience!” Charles Bennett, Festival Manager - Ledbury Poetry Festival. |