"most contemporary poets feel themselves to be members of the honourable tribe of poets, one which presently streches back from elders such as Danny Abse, Roy Fisher, Edwin Morgan, Elaine Feinstein to new, younger voices such as Daljit Nagra, Jane Weir, Clare Shaw" (Carol Ann Duffy, on becoming poet laureate) http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2009/may/02/carol-ann-duffy-poet-laureate

“one of Britain’s most dynamic and powerful young poets” (Arvon Foundation).

“the energy and vivacity Clare Shaw’s writing is enough to mark her out as one of the most talented young poets to appear in recent years” George Szirtes, poet

“Clare Shaw is not only a fascinating new poet, but also an refreshingly inspiring speaker, generous, fun and articulate.  Few audiences of any age or type could deny that she is a brilliant reader of her own work”. Jim Friel, author and lecturer

'Clare is warm, friendly, and helps writers to achieve their potential and find a voice.' Rosie Lugosi, performance poet and former co-ordinator of Manchester Survivors Poetry

“Clare Shaw is a sharp, incisive and very moving writer, an engaging reader of her work and an excellent facilitator. With her great energy, love of language and engaging personality she never fails to entertain and inspire”. Ed Collier, former Director of the Arvon John Osbourne Centre

“Clare Shaw writes rawly and brilliantly” (Jackie Kay, http://more.poetrysociety.org.uk/blogs/jkblog.php)