Wayne Holloway-Smith

Wayne Holloway-Smith is a British poet known for his witty, formally inventive, and emotionally resonant work. He is the author of "Alarum" and "loves you", collections that blend vulnerability with sharp, playful intelligence to explore themes of masculinity, relationships, and identity. He has been shortlisted for several prestigious poetry prizes and is widely regarded as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary British poetry. Holloway-Smith has also worked as a poetry editor and educator, championing new voices in the literary community. His work is celebrated for its ability to be simultaneously tender, funny, and formally daring.