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Rick Dove
Poet & Spoken Word Artist
Rick Dove is a versatile lyricist, skilled in formalist, blank verse, and haiku styles. With a diverse portfolio, he has created commissioned works for bands, weddings, special occasions, companies, and charities. Rick has garnered recognition in the live literature and spoken word scenes in London and nationwide for his bold exploration of challenging and controversial topics. His works have been featured in various literary magazines, including the London Spoken Word Anthology, Soapbox Magazine, and The Guardian website. In 2017, his debut solo collection 'Haighas Noosphere Canticles' was published by William Cornelius Harris Publishing. Currently, Rick holds the titles of Hammer & Tongue Hackney Poetry Slam Champion (2018/2019) and Farrago Poetry Slam Silver Medallist (2019).