A.A Barrett is a 26yr old poet, illustrator, author and artist from Cornwall, U.K.
Her first book "Dear Maggie: A poetry collection" was released in April 2021 and is dedicated to her Grandmother Maggie. Many of her poems feature imagery inspired by the Cornish countryside.
A.A released a children's story as her second book. 'Evie-Me and the seasons' is available to purchase now. £2 of each sale goes to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Charity UK, who have been a huge support during A.A's daughter's PKD journey.
In 2022 A.A released a second poetry collection. 'To Mr. Van Barrett' features illustrations by 90yr old Gwyn Barrett, A.A's Grandfather. This book was released in dedication to Gwyn.
Hazel Vs PKD was then released in October 2022. Originally created to help A.A's young daughter to discuss and explain her invisible illness, Polycystic Kidney Disease, to her friends. The aim of this book is to raise awareness for PKD and ease fear of medical settings.
A.A is a student, studying a degree in Creative Writing and Art History. She is due to graduate in the summer of '23.