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The Bluster Boy – 30 years of writing
Published by Rotten Poetry

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An incredible selection from 30 years of writing paired with archive photographs give an insight into Davey’s life and career. Bringing together poems and prose written at different stages of Davey’s life. From teenage angst, through the whirlwind of life in the music business, then making a career in healthcare and charity work. The Bluster Boy offers the life-journey of a a troubled artist through mental health difficulties, eating disorders, drug addiction and, eventually, recovery.

A personal collection essential for fans of Davey’s previous poetry or music, but also for anyone to see the journey of a poet, life on the edge of fame and the music business or just passionate, personal poetic expression.

To read more about Davey’s life head here.

“It is a raw reflection of a life set to music, told in acapella without a guitar to hide behind – and that is punk as f*ck.” – Tyler Turner

“A Fascinating read” – Huw Stephens

“There is honesty and vulnerability on every page, in every word, and in every moment shared.” – Popoptica

“‘The Bluster Boy’ documents his fascinating journey as a musician, a nurse, and a boxer whilst batteling with Herion addiction, eating disorder and getting fired from Hospitals for stealing medication.” – Music Blog Wales

“His new book of poetry and prose challenges fans to respond to him differently and dares new audiences to dive into his intriguing life.” – Tyler Turner

“The Bluster Boy is a stunning and courageous collection of very personal and yet resonant art. As brutal as it is beautiful there is unfathomable love, and crushing despair.” – Popoptica

Photo by Neil Gavin