M J Mallon

Lockdown Innit M J Mallon

A poetry collection of eighteen poems about life's absurdities and frustrations during lockdown. Wherever you live in this world, this is for you. Expect humour, a dollop of banter and ridiculous rants here and there. Amongst other delights, witness the strange antics of a swan posing by a bin and two statuesque horses appearing like arc deco pieces in a field. Check out the violin player on a tightrope, or the cheeky unmentionables wafting in the lockdown breeze!This is the second book I've written during COVID-19. The first, This Is Lockdown, is an anthology and compilation of poetry, and contributions from international authors set during the first lockdown and is available in two formats - kindle (my diaries, poetry and short stories, and contributions from international authors, ) and a shorter paperback version in black and white (with poetry, short stories and contributions.) Lockdown innit is a wonderful collection of predominantly free verse poetry on all kinds of themes experienced during the author's third lockdown. I am sure many of the pieces will resonate with readers who have also experienced humanities frustrating behaviours during this pandemic. The discarded masks rolling down the roads and the impact of this on wildlife in the future when landfills are filled, and oceans invariably get full of them is certainly something that has crossed my mind. (Simply cutting off the side strings from the masks before throwing disposable ones away could make a big difference so they don't get tangled on wildlife!) I've also had my fair share of dealing with drivers filled with road rage, presumably from the stress!The varied mood and tone of the pieces is equally matched with the lovely presentation and wonderful splashes of humour. Emotive and descriptive language is employed to engage our senses and of course my favourite piece is probably 'This Face.' Making this a highly enjoyable collection and one I have no doubt in recommending! Author Sarah Northwood An intricate mix of observations from the author about how the pandemic has brought change. Some welcome, some not so much. A thought provoking read. A short book and quick read. The content is about the author's thoughts on lockdown and how it affected her and others around her. Well written poetry and a book I'd recommend to others. Author Lizzie Chantre