“Poetry stands or falls by its music.” — John Burnside Quote

Poetry stands or falls by its music.

The great pleasure that comes from reading poets such as Mark Doty and Marianne Moore is the realisation that the essential virtues - compassion, wonder, humility, respect for the mysterious - are far from conventionally heroic.

Sometimes, when the wind hits hard and icicles form on the sea cliffs, we can all come together - and at those times, we are at our best.

My editor, Robin Robertson, is one of this country's finest poets, so I listen to him when he offers advice.

Growing up, I lived in a house without art: no picture books on the shelves, no visits to museums, no posters on the bedroom wall.

I think it is time to call it a day, and watch the game from the stands.

My fashion sense is relatable but stands out because it's my own.

Here's To Christmas' is something I'm really proud of and I think it stands up as something fun, but something that doesn't sound half bad too - an album to get everyone into the swing of Christmas!

I like what L'Oreal stands for, which is women of worth.

I've always been proud that my name stands for peace.