@coralrumble.bsky.social
Always writing. Caterpillar Poetry Prize (18), Spark! School Book Awards (23and25). Shortlisted for a UKLA Award (23). Bookoholic. Justice, mercy, humility.
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I’ve had a number of people asking to see the whole poem, as there have only been snippets on radio and tv, so here it is, without its light box glory. If you are very, very bored this afternoon, I’m scheduled to be on BBC London at 3.10pm, for an interview.
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I've just noticed that the river site is doing a promo deal on The Bear-Shaped Hole - almost 50% off.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:09 PM
I've just noticed that the river site is doing a promo deal on The Bear-Shaped Hole - almost 50% off.
www.amazon.co.uk/Bear-Shaped-...
www.amazon.co.uk/Bear-Shaped-...
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Still feeling a certain incredulity about having a poem displayed in Trafalgar Square. Grateful to @PoetrySociety for trusting me to write this special poem.
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Look North More Often 2025 - new Christmas poem 'Glow' unveiled - The Poetry Society
Every year since 2009, as part of the Look North More Often project, The Poetry Society commissions a poet to write a new poem to feature in the official celebrations welcoming the Christmas tree to L...
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December 8, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Still feeling a certain incredulity about having a poem displayed in Trafalgar Square. Grateful to @PoetrySociety for trusting me to write this special poem.
poetrysociety.org.uk/news/look-no...
poetrysociety.org.uk/news/look-no...
Still feeling a certain incredulity about having a poem displayed in Trafalgar Square. Grateful to @PoetrySociety for trusting me to write this special poem.
poetrysociety.org.uk/news/look-no...
poetrysociety.org.uk/news/look-no...
Look North More Often 2025 - new Christmas poem 'Glow' unveiled - The Poetry Society
Every year since 2009, as part of the Look North More Often project, The Poetry Society commissions a poet to write a new poem to feature in the official celebrations welcoming the Christmas tree to L...
poetrysociety.org.uk
December 8, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Still feeling a certain incredulity about having a poem displayed in Trafalgar Square. Grateful to @PoetrySociety for trusting me to write this special poem.
poetrysociety.org.uk/news/look-no...
poetrysociety.org.uk/news/look-no...
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Day 6, 7+ Fiction: 'Marty Moose' by Claire Powell. A tiny mouse with a giant heart chases his Postmouse dreams. Until a wrong turn, pesky toads, and one huge adventure, put everything to the test. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #Spark12BooksOfChristmas 🎄🎁📚
December 8, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Day 6, 7+ Fiction: 'Marty Moose' by Claire Powell. A tiny mouse with a giant heart chases his Postmouse dreams. Until a wrong turn, pesky toads, and one huge adventure, put everything to the test. @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social #Spark12BooksOfChristmas 🎄🎁📚
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I’ve had a number of people asking to see the whole poem, as there have only been snippets on radio and tv, so here it is, without its light box glory. If you are very, very bored this afternoon, I’m scheduled to be on BBC London at 3.10pm, for an interview.
December 5, 2025 at 9:46 AM
I’ve had a number of people asking to see the whole poem, as there have only been snippets on radio and tv, so here it is, without its light box glory. If you are very, very bored this afternoon, I’m scheduled to be on BBC London at 3.10pm, for an interview.
Next on my tbr pile.
December 8, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Next on my tbr pile.
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Day 8 of 31 Days, 31 Lists: Wordless Children's Books. A look at books that take a chance and tell their tales with quiet aplomb. #31days31lists #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/08/3...
31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Wordless Children’s Books
A look at books that take a chance and tell their tales with quiet aplomb.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Day 8 of 31 Days, 31 Lists: Wordless Children's Books. A look at books that take a chance and tell their tales with quiet aplomb. #31days31lists #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/08/3...
Anyone else had enough?
December 7, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Anyone else had enough?
THIS!
At Xitter and Facebook, scammers claiming to offer “marketing services” to writers are rampant – and like vermin sneaking aboard a ship they're following us here. Let’s stop ‘em with this handy moderation list! #authorsky bsky.app/profile/inventingrea...
December 7, 2025 at 5:24 PM
THIS!
All charities need help. Pls consider this one, treating eye diseases, including cruel trachoma - an infection causing eyelashes to scrape against the eye & eventually blindness. Completely treatable. Many children battle this on top of other disadvantages. www.sightsavers.org
Sightsavers | We start with sight, but we don’t stop there
Sightsavers is an international charity working to prevent avoidable blindness, fight disease and support equality for women, girls and people with disabilities.
www.sightsavers.org
December 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
All charities need help. Pls consider this one, treating eye diseases, including cruel trachoma - an infection causing eyelashes to scrape against the eye & eventually blindness. Completely treatable. Many children battle this on top of other disadvantages. www.sightsavers.org
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No. 6 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Once I Was A Tree” by #EoinMcLaughlin & #GuilhermeKarsten, a fantastically funny journey from seed to book!Packed with facts, clever jokes & quirky art. Smart, hilarious & huge fun for curious minds. One of the funniest of ‘25 #PicturebookPage @nosycrow.bsky.social
December 7, 2025 at 1:35 PM
No. 6 in my #FavePicturebooks25: “Once I Was A Tree” by #EoinMcLaughlin & #GuilhermeKarsten, a fantastically funny journey from seed to book!Packed with facts, clever jokes & quirky art. Smart, hilarious & huge fun for curious minds. One of the funniest of ‘25 #PicturebookPage @nosycrow.bsky.social
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Did you catch @coralrumble.bsky.social on BBC Radio London this afternoon talking about the Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square? Catch up here (around 15.10) ⬇️ 🎄
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December 5, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Did you catch @coralrumble.bsky.social on BBC Radio London this afternoon talking about the Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square? Catch up here (around 15.10) ⬇️ 🎄
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
For those who’ve asked, you can listen to the interview on catchup here - it’s about 1hr 15 mins in. (I can’t bear to listen to me again!)
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Jumoké Fashola - 05/12/2025 - BBC Sounds
London's news, sport and travel with your views on the big issues.
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December 5, 2025 at 7:20 PM
For those who’ve asked, you can listen to the interview on catchup here - it’s about 1hr 15 mins in. (I can’t bear to listen to me again!)
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Lunch before the interview - talking poetry, the tree, and how wonderful those Poetry Society people are. Only had 4 hrs sleep last night. Don’t judge me. @poetrysociety.org.uk
December 5, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Lunch before the interview - talking poetry, the tree, and how wonderful those Poetry Society people are. Only had 4 hrs sleep last night. Don’t judge me. @poetrysociety.org.uk
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🎄ANNOUNCING OUR CHRISTMAS ART AUCTION FUNDRAISER🎄
Wondering what to get this Christmas for the kids' books lover who has everything? Well look no further! Bids open 8.00am TOMORROW Saturday 6 December.
Take a look here www.jumblebee.co.uk/christmas202...
Wondering what to get this Christmas for the kids' books lover who has everything? Well look no further! Bids open 8.00am TOMORROW Saturday 6 December.
Take a look here www.jumblebee.co.uk/christmas202...
December 5, 2025 at 1:17 PM
🎄ANNOUNCING OUR CHRISTMAS ART AUCTION FUNDRAISER🎄
Wondering what to get this Christmas for the kids' books lover who has everything? Well look no further! Bids open 8.00am TOMORROW Saturday 6 December.
Take a look here www.jumblebee.co.uk/christmas202...
Wondering what to get this Christmas for the kids' books lover who has everything? Well look no further! Bids open 8.00am TOMORROW Saturday 6 December.
Take a look here www.jumblebee.co.uk/christmas202...
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Day 5, Non-Fiction: 'Wonderful Words That Tell a Tale' by Tom Read Wilson & Ian Morris. From astronaut to zone, this cornucopia of word origins gets readers of all ages thinking about the stories behind the words we use every day. @quartokids.bsky.social #Spark12BooksOfChristmas 🎄🎁📚
December 5, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Day 5, Non-Fiction: 'Wonderful Words That Tell a Tale' by Tom Read Wilson & Ian Morris. From astronaut to zone, this cornucopia of word origins gets readers of all ages thinking about the stories behind the words we use every day. @quartokids.bsky.social #Spark12BooksOfChristmas 🎄🎁📚
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Some lovely snaps from last night's ceremony at Trafalgar Square! Many thanks to all who attended - we hope you enjoyed the evening as much as we did. 🎄
To learn more about our annual Look North More Often project and read this year's poem, 'Glow' by Coral Rumble, visit the link in our bio!
To learn more about our annual Look North More Often project and read this year's poem, 'Glow' by Coral Rumble, visit the link in our bio!
December 5, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Some lovely snaps from last night's ceremony at Trafalgar Square! Many thanks to all who attended - we hope you enjoyed the evening as much as we did. 🎄
To learn more about our annual Look North More Often project and read this year's poem, 'Glow' by Coral Rumble, visit the link in our bio!
To learn more about our annual Look North More Often project and read this year's poem, 'Glow' by Coral Rumble, visit the link in our bio!
I’ve had a number of people asking to see the whole poem, as there have only been snippets on radio and tv, so here it is, without its light box glory. If you are very, very bored this afternoon, I’m scheduled to be on BBC London at 3.10pm, for an interview.
December 5, 2025 at 9:46 AM
I’ve had a number of people asking to see the whole poem, as there have only been snippets on radio and tv, so here it is, without its light box glory. If you are very, very bored this afternoon, I’m scheduled to be on BBC London at 3.10pm, for an interview.
Think the parents are more impressed than the kids, that Alice Bhandhukravi interviewed their children! The kids are most impressed by the gooey treats they’re getting!
December 4, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Think the parents are more impressed than the kids, that Alice Bhandhukravi interviewed their children! The kids are most impressed by the gooey treats they’re getting!
These children are going to be fabulous! @poetrysociety.org.uk
December 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM
These children are going to be fabulous! @poetrysociety.org.uk
The kids did a brilliant job on radio today. You can listen to them speak about the experience here - go to 1.55 in catch-up. Judith from @poetrysociety.org.uk speaks about the history of Trafalgar Tree poem, too.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
BBC Radio London - Aaron Paul, 04/12/2025
Have your say on the day's news with Aaron.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:21 AM
The kids did a brilliant job on radio today. You can listen to them speak about the experience here - go to 1.55 in catch-up. Judith from @poetrysociety.org.uk speaks about the history of Trafalgar Tree poem, too.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
A.I.M. High day today. I love that children from a number of schools will have time and space to write. Thank you @authorsabroad.bsky.social
December 3, 2025 at 8:08 AM
A.I.M. High day today. I love that children from a number of schools will have time and space to write. Thank you @authorsabroad.bsky.social
Rainy evening, but there’s a charming church outside my B&B window.
December 2, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Rainy evening, but there’s a charming church outside my B&B window.
Nearly time. @poetrysociety.org.uk work flat out to make this happen each year!
It's nearly that time again! Join hundreds of festive sightseers for a seasonal poetry reading and the illumination of the Christmas Tree at Trafalgar Square this Thursday 4 December, 5:30pm - 6:30pm.
The event is free to attend, no tickets necessary. 🎄
Photo: Hayley Madden
The event is free to attend, no tickets necessary. 🎄
Photo: Hayley Madden
December 2, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Nearly time. @poetrysociety.org.uk work flat out to make this happen each year!
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11+ Fiction Longlist, Day 2: 'The Wycherleys' by @annalieseavery.bsky.social - a spellbindingly fun enemies-to-lovers tale of witchy rivals navigating Regency high society and family feuds. @simonkidsuk.bsky.social 🎄🎁📚 #Spark12BooksofChristmas
December 2, 2025 at 8:50 AM
11+ Fiction Longlist, Day 2: 'The Wycherleys' by @annalieseavery.bsky.social - a spellbindingly fun enemies-to-lovers tale of witchy rivals navigating Regency high society and family feuds. @simonkidsuk.bsky.social 🎄🎁📚 #Spark12BooksofChristmas