Lemn Sissay, Jo Bell

The Muses, the goddesses of inspiration. What sparks light the flame that creates a beautiful poem, or a great work of art?

Award winning poet Lemn Sissay talks to renowned poet Jo Bell about his poetic voyage of discovery. The acclaimed poet will talk about the writers and poets who inspire him and recite some of his favourite pieces. Sissay will also reflect on how these works have influenced his own writing and share some of these poems. In the first of an annual series of events we host an intimate discussion with a poet, to delve into the intricacies of the creative process and, trace the influence that poets from past generations exert on those writing today.