WOW Athology Launch I am a writer and poet, with various publications in both prose and poetry. I work as a part-time associate lecturer in Creative Writing for the Open University and also give occasional workshops and readings.

Currently I am working on a second collection of poetry, a poetry pamphlet and a full-length memoir.

Born in the USA, I came to the UK when I was 14. A member of Weir Poets, I now live in Exeter with my partner, cat and four hens.

I have had poems, reviews, articles and essays published in various magazines; please see the relevant sections for details

I have given readings in Dartington (Ways With Words), Exeter, Norwich, London, Zurich and various other places.

The picture shows Diana Gittins (in orange at front) talking with Dawn McNiff. WOW! 336 Anthology launch at the London Transport Museum