Writer
Published author, commissioned playwright, and award-winning performance poet, I explore identity, mental health, gender, race, love, and belonging through storytelling that fosters connection, understanding, and social change.
As a National Poetry Slam Champion and World Finalist, I’ve performed around the world - including representing England at the World Poetry Slam in Paris - bringing poetry to stages, galleries, and community spaces. My work creates inclusive narratives that resonate with Global Majority, disabled, Deaf, neurodivergent and LGTBTQ+ communities.
LE MONDE SLAME DE LA POÉSIE - Newspaper coverage of the World Slam Poetry final in Paris - 2017.
4 side by side photos of individuals performing poetry. Amarachi’s photo is the last one on the right.
"The passion this woman has in her poetry makes me smile as wide as my jaws will allow“ — Hollie McNish
Selected Works & Performances
Little You – debut poetry collection (Burning Eye, 2019)
Commissioned play for stage exploring race, disability, and mental health
Jazz Verse Jukebox – improvising with live music at Hoxton Hall
Multiple slam championships and spoken word performances
Poet-in-residence and community projects creating accessible, participatory storytelling
LITTLE YOU - A photograph of the front and back covers of Amarachi’s debut poetry collection - ‘Little You’ (Burning Eye, 2019)
Approach
I blend language, performance, and lived experience to craft work that is fiery, uncompromising, and deeply human. Whether through poetry, stage, or workshops, I aim to open hearts as well as create spaces of connection for underrepresented voices.
“Amarachi Rachel Nwokoro is a fist fight at the Women’s Institute. Her poetry is uncompromising, fiery and unflinching. A charming assassin.
Go see her.” — Joelle Taylor
JAZZ VERSE JUKEBOX - Improvising with spoken word and a live band at Hoxton Hall - June 2019
Photo of Amarachi performing poetry on stage. There is a band made up of a pianist and drummer behind them.
Let’s Work Together
I create writing and performance that leaves a lasting impact. Whether it’s a commissioned piece, live performance, or creative project, I help bring your vision to life with authenticity and power.
LITTLE YOU BOOK LAUNCH - 2019
Amarachi performing to an intimate crowd. They are stood speaking whilst the crowd is sat in close proximity listening.
LITTLE YOU BOOK LAUNCH - 2019
Photo of Amarachi signing copies of ‘Little You’
OASIS AND VAPORUB - a poem from published collection “:Little You”
LITTLE YOU - Illustration by Rhian Morris created for “Identity” chapter of Amarachi’s poetry collection “Little You”.
An image of Amarachi screaming with many arms holding different aspects of their identity - a brown background with word “IDENTITY” below.
LITTLE YOU - Illustration by Bethany Rose created for “Mental Health” chapter of Amarachi’s poetry collection “Little You”.
An watercolour image of Amarachi in a rainbow tutu standing on a bridge looking at a shadow that says “mental health”.