Aurora

About the Book

“Aurora” is the second major collection of poems written by Andrew Blakemore and contains 423 new works in total. Andrew is quickly gaining the reputation as one of the nation’s favourite poets. This new collection demonstrates not only his remarkable poetical skill but also his prolificacy as a writer.  

Andrew Blakemore’s poetry is both wholesome, honest and makes wonderful reading. It is beautiful by right and leaves the reader with a sense of well-being and an inner feeling of fulfilment in some way.

(Duncan Wyllie, Hilperton, Wiltshire)

Andrew is a “natural” and his poems are a joy to find. He is a weaver of such excellence and one cannot be unmoved by reading his works. He has a wonderful way of explaining his subjects and brings his storylines to life in a very special way.

(Ernestine Northover, Derby, Derbyshire)

Andrew has a unique style, he draws the reader in with his wonderfully woven poetry on any subject, so vivid that the reader could be there looking on. A fantastic modern day poet who is well worth taking a look at, you will not be disappointed.

(Lynda Robson, New Quay, West Wales)

Andrew Blakemore has that once in a lifetime talent of a writer. With so many forms of imagery, his journey may take you to the hills, to the ocean, or just to watch a snowflake fall. He can make you cry, feel sad, or feel so happy to be alive. His easy flow makes it such a pleasure for the reader to enjoy whatever beholds in the mind of the writer. His sensitivity shows true colour with every emotion within his soul.

(Bonnie Collins, New York, U.S.A)

Andrew is a poet’s poet extraordinaire. He is highly polished in the art of painting scenes from his words, bringing out those vibrant colours enhancing and capturing the senses of the love, life and beauty that surround us all. He has without doubt turned out through his unique talent and gift, poetry that are murals from the gallery of his mind.

(Thad Wilk, Texas, U.S.A)

Andrew is a fine lyrical poet, reminiscent of John Keats. He has polished his poetical craft until it shines and his phrasing and style are impeccable and always satisfying. He combines a fine poetic ear, a discerning poetic voice and the eye of one who notices and cares.

(Alison Cassidy, Kalorama, Australia)

There is a certain timeless quality about Andrew’s poems and they will serve not only this generation but many generations to come in the future.

(Jean Davis, Rushall, West Midlands)

About the Author

Andrew Blakemore was born in the town of Aldridge, West Midlands on January 1st 1966. He is the youngest of three sons. His mother and father both worked for the Walsall fire service. Andrew began writing verse at the age of 14 but it wasn't until 2001 that he seriously took up writing poetry. Since then he has written almost 900 poems.