John Redmond

John Redmond is Professor of English Literature at the University of Liverpool's School of the Arts, specializing in contemporary poetry and creative writing. He holds a D.Phil and is an established poet with three collections published by Carcanet Press. His critical work examines privacy in poetic interpretation and Irish literary traditions.

Research intersects creative practice with critical analysis, exploring poetry's relationship with folk drama, online culture, and food (gastro-criticism). Authored the textbook 'How to Write a Poem' and edited James Liddy's Selected Poems. Current projects include a novel and new poetry collection.

Regularly participates in literary events including readings at the Anthony Burgess Foundation and Christ Church, Oxford. Chairs the School Extenuating Circumstances Committee and contributes to the Centre for New and International Writing.