Entry from Annabel Smyth
A Valentine’s poetry competition for lovers of history
A poll will run from 4–12 February to choose the winner, who will be announced on Valentine’s Day.
“Old John of Gaunt, and gaunt in being old”,
Thus Shakespeare put it; I am not so bold!
But dare address you, and your Duchess, who
Are my forebears, if DNA be true.
All down the centuries our line has run,
(although one father did not sire his son),
From your son John, the generations came
Down to my humble self, who shared the name
That many bore; and some still bear today
Of Somerset. And now I hope I may
Express my wishes for a day so fine
For you to celebrate Saint Valentine.
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, we’re delighted to announce a brand new writing competition created especially for fans of Jodi Taylor.
This time, we’re inviting you to put pen to paper and compose a Valentine’s Day poem addressed to a famous person from history. The poem can be romantic, witty, heartfelt or mischievous, but it must include rhyming couplets. Submissions close on Saturday, 31st January, after which all entries will be published on Jodi's social media for readers to enjoy. The winner will be chosen through a public poll held between 1st and 13th February, and announced on 14th February. As a lasting keepsake, the winner will receive a beautifully framed copy of their poem.
CLICK HERE to submit your edited and formatted entry in Word document form.
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