Poetry readings have become a popular feature of the cultural landscape in recent times, even in Coffs Harbour.

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“However there was no poetry reading group meeting on a regular basis that I was aware of so I decided to start one,” Ms Hood told News Of The Area.

The format for the first meeting was informal and provided the opportunity for roundtable discussion of expectations and hopes for the group of those in attendance.

“I love writing, reading and listening to poetry, and there are some wonderfully talented people who just need an opportunity and encouragement,” said Ms Hood.

A sentiment that was received thoughtfully by those in attendance.

The consensus the group reached was that the fortnightly poetry group would revolve around people reading their poetry to one another and providing healthy feedback, while also bringing to discussion poetry from outside the group to read and discuss, according to their specific tastes.

The notion that this would provide a broad opportunity for experiencing different approaches and styles that colleagues may not be familiar with to discuss.

Anyone is welcome to join including those who may not even have ever written or read poetry but would like a safe environment to express themselves and learn.

There is no prerequisite based on age, education, gender, religion or politics, just a willingness to sincerely participate and respect others.

There is no obligation to join, you are free to come and go as you please.

The group meets at Coffs Harbour Library fortnightly on Thursdays from 10.30am.

By Kim SATCHELL