{"id":16,"date":"2018-06-25T10:40:33","date_gmt":"2018-06-25T00:40:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/frankprem.com\/\/?page_id=16"},"modified":"2025-08-10T14:37:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-10T04:37:26","slug":"poetry-books-frank-prem-about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/frankprem.com\/poetry-books-frank-prem-about\/","title":{"rendered":"About Frank Prem"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A Lifelong Australian Poet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hello and Welcome.
I\u2019ve been writing poetry for over forty years, exploring themes of identity, history, and place. My work is known for its contemporary voice and heartfelt storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Accessible Voice of Contemporary Australian Poetry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Drawing on personal experience and broader cultural narratives, I aim to connect deeply with readers through free verse, speculative themes, and lyrical reflections. It is my intention to ensure that my work is accessible and meaningful to all readers – whether fluent readers of poetry of literature or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philosophically, I believe that poetry should be able to read easily, so that readers can focus on what they have read, rather than deciphering clever or complicated words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Books<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

My collections include poetry that spans fantasy, love, conflict, and regional life. Notable titles are A Specialist at The Recycled Heart<\/em>, Small Town Kid<\/em>, and From Volyn to Kherson<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the Page<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Besides writing, I share readings and performances on my YouTube channel<\/a> and post regularly on my poetry blogs. I also work as a book designer and publisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I also post regularly on my poetry blogs, including Frank Prem Poetry<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay Connected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Join my newsletter to get the latest poems, updates, and event news directly to your inbox.
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