List Of Writers

GERRARD, JAMES PATRICK SIMON

26 Derlwyn, Penywaun, Aberdare, CF44 9LR
Tel: (01685) 812278

Poet and short–story writer. Born in 1958 in Neath and educated at Llangatwg Comprehensive School. He is an ex–milkman, ex-miner, ex-MSC trainee, ex-inmate of HM Borstal, Portland and committed Christian. James does frequent readings in schools, churches, pubs, OAP groups & youth clubs, often with discussion of social/economic problems of South Wales and plight of the young unemployed. He has also done readings in rock concerts, supporting Billy Bragg. James’ work has been published in local press and magazines, and on BBC Radio Wales and World Service.

Selected Publications:
Tears of Blood for the Ice-Queen (Outline)
Living in the Shadow of the Cross (A. John Publications)
Us 3 , Christmas Nailed to the Tree (Wild Honeysuckle Press)


Eligible Writers on Tour subjects:
1. Read and discuss own poetry and short-stories
2. Writing workshops and courses for beginners

AGE-RANGE: 9 upwards. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Reasonable lighting. PA if possible. Access to audience before and after readings.