Description
An anthology by Peter and Emma Johnson
Emma Johnson has been shortlisted for the post of Southwest Young Poet Laureate for 2026/2027
Family memories, growing up, getting old, the Troubles, quirky personalities, Covid, cancer, 9/11, Mr Trump, friendship, loss, love, the pangolin, a toad and even the humble potato find a place in this grandfather–granddaughter collaboration of prose and poetry. Sixty-five years between them but a special bond brought about by a shared passion for writing.
Echoes of Yesterday. Is a joint project with Peter Johnson and his granddaughter. Emma has already won awards for her writing including being a Foyle’s Young Poet of the Year in 2024. Emma’s award-winning successes have given her the confidence and desire to continue her writing. Despite her other school commitments, rarely a day goes by without her putting words on a page.
Emma is currently working on a fantasy novel…
Join Peter at The East Gate Bookshop On: Thursday 9th July
Tickets £3.00 each available from the East Gate Bookshop
or online (just scan the QR code).
Doors open at 7:15 pm for a 7:30 pm start.
