Leanne McClements

Leanne McClements is a poet based in Oxford, UK, who writes for children and young readers. She runs children’s services and immersive classes using songs, shadow puppets, and stories. Her poems have been published in magazines and online, and she is currently working towards a debut collection.


  • PlayJust Because - coming soon in The Toy Press
  • CircleI Am Wind, Hibernation, Fairy Lights, Joy Walked With Me in London, Fallen Stars - Dirigible Balloon
  • StarParakeets in the Park - Paddler Press
  • CloudI Broke My Leg - Little Thoughts Press
  • StarA Walk in February, Kindness - Paddler Press
  • PentagonThe Shadow Catcher, Beware the Mail Imps, Diary of a Victorian Leech - Tickets to Scaryness on the Poetry Express
  • DiamondA Canalside Jamboree - Oxford Canal Festival Poetry Competition 2024