Overheard in a Tower Block: Poems by

Adjectives

Genres

Synopsis

Experience the highs and lows of city life through the eyes of a young boy growing up in a tower block. From gazing at stars from five storeys up to overhearing arguments and laughter, this powerful collection of poems by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho captures the challenges and joys of urban childhood. Encounter a disappearing father, a Mermaid-Queen mother, bullies, and the mysteries lurking in the library in this moving poetic narrative.

About the author

Joseph Coelho is a much-loved British poet and author. He enjoys inspiring children with his lively poems and exciting stories. Joseph has written popular books like 'Luna Loves Library Day' and 'The Girl Who Became a Tree.' He loves visiting schools and showing everyone how much fun reading and writing can be!