ABOUT
Loh Guan Liang is the author of two poetry collections: Transparent Strangers (2012) and Bitter Punch (2016). Bitter Punch was shortlisted for the Singapore Literature Prize 2018. Guan Liang is also the co-translator of Art Studio (2014), a Chinese novel by Singapore Cultural Medallion recipient Yeng Pway Ngon. He updates at www.lohguanliang.weebly.com/
BIBLIOGRAPHY
2016 – Bitter Punch (Singapore: Ethos Books, 2016)
2014 – Art Studio (Yeng Pwan Ngon. Trans. Goh Beng Choo, Loh Guan Liang. Singapore: Math Paper Press, 2014)
2012 – Transparent Strangers (Singapore: Math Paper Press, 2012)
ACHIEVEMENTS
2018 – Singapore Literature Prize (English Poetry) shortlist
2013 – Read! Singapore Flash Fiction Contest, 1st runner-up2011 – Moving Words Poetry Competition, winner
TESTIMONIALS
STUDENT FROM UNITY SECONDARY SCHOOL
“This is a once-in-a-lifetime thing that I would ever enjoy English Literature! You made me understand deeper! Thank you!”
WORKSHOPS
*NEW* SOUNDTRACK OF MY LIFE: LYRIC POETRY
For: upper primary; secondary; 8-25 pax
Availability: 2hrs per session; single session
Description: Unlock the poetic magic in your favourite songs! Thsi workshop encourages students to explore the lyrics of beloved tracks, transforming them into personalised poetic masterpieces.
Learning Outcomes: recognise the poetic elements in everyday music; develop skills to transform inspiration into written form; encourage teamwork through collaborative song creation.
*NEW* EXPRESS YOURSELF: EMOJI POETRY
For: upper primary, secondary; 8-25 pax
Availability: 2hrs per session; single session
Description: Merge the charm of traditional poetry with the appeal of digital emojis! students will dive into a creative session, using emojis to spark poetic creativity and tell their unique stories.
Learning Outcomes: understand poetry as a versatile medium of self-expression; develop storytelling skills using modern digital symbols; enhance group collaboration and individual creativity.
WRITING POETRY 101
For: upper primary; secondary; 8-25 pax
Availability: 2.5 hours per session; single session
Description: This is a beginner’s guide for anyone who has ever wanted to write a poem but does not know how. What is a poem? What goes into a poem? Why write poetry anyway? Through this workshop, participants will explore the beauty of poetry as a mode of expression.
Learning Outcomes: introduction to poetry writing techniques; create a poem; gain a better appreciation of poetry
POETRY PLATTER
For: upper primary; lower secondary; 8-25 pax
Availability: 2.5 hr per session; single session
Description: Must a poem rhyme to be considered a poem? This workshop introduces participants to different types of poems and poetic devices. Based on what they have learnt, participants will get the opportunity to create their own poems individually and/or in a groups.
Learning Outcomes: introduction to different types of poetry; engage in creative writing. Eligible for Tote Board Arts Grant Subsidy
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Book A Writer is Sing Lit Station's workshop-for-schools programme, featuring a roster of Singapore's most important writers at work today. *Do you want to Book A Writer? For enquiries on Loh Guan Liang's availability and workshop rates in Sing Lit Station's Book A Writer programme, do fill in the form below.