I Don’t Want To Poetry Books

Due out in autumn 2024

I don’t want to go to bed. I’m not tired, I’m still hungry, I need another drink. I’m scared, I feel really sick, I’ve missed you, I need to tell you something. Do I have to go to bed?

A fun and humorous collection of poems about bedtime. The first in the ‘I Don’t Want To’ children’s poetry book series. Avoiding going to bed, story time, teddies, sleepovers, not wanting to get up and lots more. For anyone who dislikes bedtime (both children and parents alike).

These poems are a hit with children, as they are about something they can really relate to – bedtime and how to avoid it! They inspire children’s imagination and creativity. Allowing them to feel free to explore and write their own poetry. They are also popular with adults and teachers alike.

Due out in late 2024/early 2025

I don’t want to eat that. It’s too hot. I’m not hungry. I’ve eaten lots already. I don’t like it. It tastes horrid. It looks disgusting. What if it makes me ill? Do I have to eat it?

A fun and humorous collection of poems about eating. The second in the ‘I Don’t Want To’ children’s poetry book series. Avoiding eating certain foods, baking, snacking, wanting to eat favourite foods and lots more. For anyone who dislikes eating certain foods (both children and parents alike).

These poems are a hit with children, as they are about something they can really relate to – eating! They inspire children’s imagination and creativity. Allowing them to feel free to explore and write their own poetry. They are also popular with adults and teachers alike.

Due out in 2025

I don’t want to go to school. I feel sick. My head hurts. My tummy hurts. I feel hot. I’ve got a cough. I’m covered in spots. See how pale I am. I’m much too ill to go to school!

A fun and humorous collection of poems about life at school. The third in the ‘I Don’t Want To’ children’s poetry book series. Avoiding going to school, first days, playtime, tests, homework, teachers, friendships, school dinners, discos, last days and lots more. For anyone who goes to school or has ever been to school.

These poems are a hit with school children, as they are written about something they can really relate to – life at school! They inspire children’s imagination and creativity. Allowing them to feel free to explore and write their own poetry. They are also popular with adults and teachers alike.