“Olds writes “poetry more faithful to the felt truth of reality than any prose could be.” – Richard Wakefield.

Poetry's about what can't be said. WS Merwin

A little nonsense, now and then, is relished by the wisest men. - 'Charlie & the Chocolate Factory', Roald Dahl

Poetry is the voice of spirit and imagination and all that is potential, as well as of the healing benevolence that used to be the privilege of the gods. - Ted Hughes

the most dynamic, brilliant, free-wheeling poet around, endlessly accessible and inventive - The Scotsman

If you think you can grasp me, think again - Adrienne Rich, from 'Delta'