Entry from Ricard Kelly
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.
Charles Stuart to Mr Oliver Cromwell
Dearest Noll, my joyless foe, my black-clad Valentine
I trust this note finds you at rest, now the crown is mine
You banned all joy and merriment; draped England in a pall
You shuttered every theatre door, yet staged a kingdom’s fall
You ruled the state, with sermon, sword, and absolute control
You loathed a crown upon a king; but wore one in your soul
Yet England yearned to sing and laugh, those sins you so abhorred
And so, Old Noll, she took me back; my kingdom is restored
Sleep well my pious interlude, my Valentine severe
I toast the crowd, I kiss the crown, and thank God you’re not here
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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