A Passing on of Shells 50 Fifty-Word Poems

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What is A Passing on of Shells 50 Fifty-Word Poems about?

This collection features fifty poems, each precisely fifty words long, exploring themes like family, identity, and nature. Illustrated by Chris Riddell, the poems offer wisdom and wit, encouraging readers to reflect on their experiences and the world around them.

About the author

Simon Lamb is a Scottish poet and children’s author who loves making words playful, thoughtful and full of wonder. His debut collection, A Passing On of Shells, contains fifty poems, each exactly fifty words long. He also wrote Mat o’ Shanter, a lively modern reimagining of Robert Burns’s famous poem. Simon enjoys visiting schools and inspiring young readers.