Album Notes

In 2007 I set out, on a whim, to put together a collection of poems that played a game of Scissors, Fire, Paper,Water. Though I was not clear where I was going, it was an adventure. And why did I corrupt the classic Scissors, Paper, Rock? For good effect as I found wonderful poems. Adding water and fire gives drama and dimension to this vibrant collection. Do poets keep an eye out for paper? Here you will find their foldings are ingenious. The sharps are here too – finely cutting though with shears, scissors, paper daisies and sharp sand.

Even narrowing the field to four elements this collection, featuring nine Australian poets, some established stars and some newer voices, ranges over hemispheres, our relationships to each other and the planet.

It’s an addictive game to play, so please do.