Each poem takes as its subject the occupation of a worker. Twenty-six occupations are presented in alphabetical order, from artist to zoologist. The forms are as various as the people they celebrate: confessional poems, dramatic monologue, found texts, haiku, lyrics, laments, obituaries, prose poems, shape poems… The result is a kaleidoscope of individuals who contribute their energies to the world in inventive and powerful ways. ‘Hold them in your hearts,’ the poet invites. ‘Hold them.’

Lesley was born under the Tropic of Capricorn. She writes in many genres, always with a passion to connect and to share insights into the human condition.

She holds teaching and writing qualifications from the University of Queensland (BA, Dip Ed, MA). She’s also studied writing for stage, film & TV.