Poet, Norwich
Hector Wood is a 24-year-old poet based in Norwich. He studied English Literature at Queen Mary University of London before completing UEA's prestigious MA in Creative Writing. His poetry is highly experimental, playing with shape and language to create exciting expressions on the page.
His debut collection Boudica (2026) followed the chronology of the great Iceni uprising, retold through the voices of an ancient people. His latest collection, 8 Poems, draws on his experiences visiting Ukraine, capturing the intense emotions found in a country at war.
The Work
Hector's work is based on transporting real-world observations into the realm of poetry. Whether he is trekking across the marshy fields of Norfolk, or hunkering down in a bomb shelter in Kyiv, his work always reflects real experiences.
He is extending this written work with readings and films that can be found on YouTube and social media.
Education & Recognition
Hector holds a BA in English Literature from Queen Mary University of London and an MA in Creative Writing (Poetry) from the University of East Anglia, one of the world's leading creative writing programmes. His work has been published in a number of literary journals and small publishing houses, both online and in print. He is currently developing new poems alongside the promotion of his two collections.
He reads regularly in Norwich and East Anglia and is available for readings, events, and school and community workshops.