Butcher'sDog – Karen Downs-Barton

Karen Downs-Barton Wins the John Pollard International Poetry Prize

I’m beyond delighted to be able to share news that I won the John Pollard International Poetry Prize. I’d like to thank Dr Linda Doyle and Trinity College Dublin, Stephen Vernon and the John Pollard Foundation, the lovely judges Professor Eoin McNamee, Una Mannion, and Seán Hewitt for welcoming me and this bestowing this wonderfulContinue reading “Karen Downs-Barton Wins the John Pollard International Poetry Prize”

Book Launch

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 toContinue reading “Book Launch”