Warwick Words presents its eighth poetry competition to find Warwick Poet Laureate 2010/2011. The competition is open to anyone aged 18 and over living in the West Midlands. You must send four poems including one poem based on the National Poetry Day theme of GAMES and a statement of interest.

The position of Warwick Poet Laureate is an honorary one, for which there is no payment. Candidates must be capable of writing good poetry and willing and able to perform their own work. The Laureate must be willing to get involved in key events and activities throughout the year. The Laureate will be commissioned to write some poems about Warwickshire throughout the year.

The winner and runners-up will have the opportunity to read their poems at the Festival Launch on Friday 30 September at 6.00pm at Warwick Court House.

Email Helen Meeke at info@warwickwords.co.uk for details.