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New Release...BIG Smile
Special limited A3 edition of David's latest poetry book - "Smile" is now available. "Smile" is David's fastest selling book ever, popular with adults and children alike. It is now on its fifth reprint since its release in January 2011. Please contact David directly by email - DavidMasonPoet@aol.com if you would like to place an order for the large version. The book costs £20 but post and packing may vary depending on the numbers ordered or David may be able to deliver it in person if you book him too!!!
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Liverpool Lennon Poetry Slam - Saturday November 6th 2010
I am due to perform as one of twelve finalists at the Liverpool Lennon Poetry Slam to mark the 70th year since John Lennon's birth. I have written two special pieces on the theme of John Lennon which I will perform at the competition at the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts on Saturday November 6th at 7.30pm. Carol-Anne Duffy is one of the judges. It would be great if anyone in the area can come along and lend their support.
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Limited Edition of “Souls of the Sea” Trilogy parts two and three
We are waiting (how long?) for agents to make their minds up about Part One – “Midnight Mystery” before we can try with the sequels. This is very frustrating especially as “Midnight Mystery” has sold thousands of copies across the UK and is used as a reader book in many classrooms.
We have decided to take matters into our own hands and have organised the printing of just fifty copies of “Dead or Alive” (part two) and “Revenge of the Sea Spirit” (part three). These limited editions will be available from the website for those of you have enjoyed reading “Midnight Mystery”.
We continue to welcome any comments on any of our books – please keep them coming!
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Update on Speaking Engagements - Summer 2010
Confirmation that David will be speaking at the Sutton LEA Headteachers' Conference during March 2011.
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Come and see me - In the Gallery
See David in action, performing at his peak, in schools as a performance poet. If you are wondering just what David is capable of, head over to the new Gallery to see photos and videos.
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Performance Poet with a Special Gift
Alex Hurrell of the North Norfolk News meets David Mason in a Face To Face interview. David made the front page of the March 25 edition in his marvellous waistcoat, and the article on page 13 was a fascinating perspective on the education system and how much better the learning process could be:
Rates of illiteracy are up because children at the bottom of the academic levels are finding at an early age that they are failing these National Curriculum standard so they lose confidence in themselves and they lose interest in learning. Exposing children's weaknesses - what kind of an education is that?
Alex Hurrell describes David's vision for education:
He feels strongly that nurturing a child's particular talents, encouraging them to work independently and helping them to achieve their best is what education should be about.
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Dave Goes International!
Offers for schools in mainland Europe - see the International page for details.
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Wild!
Brand new book of brand new poetry! A mix of thought provoking and amusing poems to suit ages 8+. Included are lots of illustrations and pictures to amplify the reading matter.
The collection includes a sequel to the ever popular "Chocolate Biscuit" poem entitled "The Return of the Chocolate Biscuit" for which you need to practise your impersonation of the Queen and Prince Philip as well as the Chocolate Biscuit himself!
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Swimtastic Family Wins Award
David Mason and his family recently travelled to Stratford-upon-Avon for the Kellog's ASA Swimtastic Awards. Nominated by North Walsham's Victory Swim and Fitness Centre, they received a bronze medal in the Swim4life family category.
The Masons are an extremely active family, and this award demonstrates that healthy hearts and healthy minds go hand in hand.
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Wimbledon Bookfest event hosted by Donhead School
A lively family performance for pupils and parents alike. This marks the release date of his new poetry book - "Wild!"
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World Poetry Day
David is working at The Cathedral School, Cardiff with Nursery, and Years 1-3. A welcome return to a city where he lived many years ago when he was a young man.
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Ongoing
The post of Writer in Residence, at Westcliff High School for Boys, is proving very exciting and productive. David is working with Years 7-11 in the school itself as well as primary schools within the Westcliff cluster. The residency is certain to continue into 2010.
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March 17th 2009: Basildon Book Festival
David is performing at Basildon Book Festival alongside Michael Rosen and others. He will be performing to a junior school audience.
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World Book Week
David is very busy! The tour begins in London then on to Cambridge and finishing in Norfolk. On World Book Day itself, he will be performing to Year 7 at Aylsham High School, a favourite haunt of his.
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