Everything In-Between

A poetry workshop for children aged 5-11 (and their parents).

Everything In-Between is a live and interactive poetry workshop, led by children's poet Shagufta K Iqbal. This session will include a poetry performance, and a poetry writing exercise using fun language and poetry techniques to create poetic works. All participants will have an opportunity to perform and share their work.

All equipment will be provided, just bring along tons of energy and enthusiasm.

Shagufta will also have signed copies of her poetry collection for young audiences, Everything In-Between, (TROIKA BOOKS) available to purchase.

Please Note: All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

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Shagufta Iqbal’s debut poetry collection Jam Is For Girls, Girls Get Jam (Burning Eye Books) was described by gal-dem as “heart-wrenching and relatable”, and praised by Nikesh Shukla as “a socio-political masterclass”. Her children’s book Bibi and Rumi (HarperCollins) is a warm, joyful story that celebrates wonder, connection and cultural heritage.

Shagufta’s writing has been featured in a wide range of anthologies, including Slam: You’re Gonna Wanna Hear This (Macmillan), Spin! (Otter-Barry Books), The Book of Bristol (Comma Press) and The Best Poetry Book in the World (Burning Eye Books). She is currently working on her second poetry collection, a debut novel and a children’s poetry collection with Troika Books.

Alongside her published work, Shagufta’s poetry and storytelling have been commissioned by leading organisations such as the V&A, Tate Lates, Southbank Centre, WOMAD Festival and CBBC. Her poetry film Borders, a powerful exploration of displacement and resilience, has received multiple international awards and screenings.

As an experienced speaker, facilitator and mentor, Shagufta runs talks, workshops and retreats that create space for reflection, creativity and empowerment. Whether working with school groups, universities, arts venues or individual writers, her approach is rooted in care, connection and a deep belief in the transformative power of words.