Matt Abbott has been Highly Commended in the Forward Prizes for Poetry with his poem 'Lost, Somewhere Between', which features in the Best Single Poem - Performed category.

Essay #13 in the series on creating and publishing a poetry collection

30 years ago this week in pop culture, politics & football

7 prompts for everybody & 3 for paid subscribers

What does it tell us about poetry, about being a poet, and about the world?

YouTube video by ManicStPreachersVEVO

Notes and insights into my poem that placed in The Caterpillar Poetry Prize

A man teaching the birds to sing captivated this year’s judge

30 years ago this week in pop culture, politics & football

Experienced full-time poet Matt Abbott presents a few wellbeing-based poetry exercises for you to try or use in workshops.

Experienced full-time poet Matt Abbott presents a few wellbeing-based poetry exercises for you to try or use in workshops.

YOUNG poets shared their views on nature, wildlife and recycling at a showcase held at AESSEAL’s Rotherham headquarters.

Essay #8 in the series on creating & publishing a poetry collection

The story and editorial process behind the poem, plus a video recording

Reflecting on some international school visits, plus some bespoke writing prompts

Career developments, cultural exchange, and general thoughts at the close of the year

Matt Abbott was one of the cohort for The Mayor’s Script Diversity Programme via Screen Yorkshire.

Matt Abbott is performing as part of Soul Shed at WX Wakefield on Saturday 6 December 2025.

Earlier this week, I dug myself a hole that every poet will have found themselves in at least a handful of times.

How to graduate from the daydream phase to giving something a tangible presence in your life that demands attention