Are you looking for poetry books for older children? Set in an urban environment, the poems in Joseph Coelho’s collection Overheard in a Tower Block are about bullying, family life and crossing coming of age bridges. Overheard laughter appears alongside overheard arguments. Conceptually, it’s a unique setting for a book of poetry. It was long-listed for the 2018 Carnegie Medal, and numerous other awards. It’s one to try for older children and grown-ups.
Joseph Coelho
Coelho is a playwright and illustrator as well as a poet. Incy was first introduced to Coelho through one of his picture books, Luna Loves Library Day, another successful work. His range is impressive, and he is considered to be an eminent modern creative. Try some of Coelho’s other media, too, and come back and share what you thought of this book of poetry ✨️
