I was proud to be part of the first The Roma Woman’s Poetry Anthology, edited by Jo Clement and published by Wagtail, the Butcher’s Dog imprint. The launch took place with readings, song, and amazing artwork from those included in the anthology. It was a wonderful event to be part of. I was delighted to read my poem included in the anthology and another poem published by Ink, Sweat and Tears.
Karen Downs-Barton is an award winning poet. Minx, her first collection, is published by Chatto and Windus, Penguin Random House in March 2025. Her pamphlet, Didicoy, won the 2022 International Book and Pamphlet Competition and was the Poetry Book Society recommended pamphlet 2023. Her writing incorporates experimental form and multilingualism alongside lyric pieces exploring an Angloromani heritage, times in state child care, and in diverse occupations including a magician's assistant. Karen has appeared on BBC Radio 4's The Verb, Ledbury Literature Festival, and is currently touring, promoting Minx. Karen gained a Doctorate in Creative Writing from King's College, London and is a regular workshop facilitator for Creative Future UK. Follow her on social media at: @downsbarton Instagram, @karendownsbarton.bsky.social View more posts
Karen Downs-Barton