I am a philosopher and writer.

Use the links above or here to find out more about me and my work. My writing ranges over academic work, spirituality, poetry and fiction.

You can find samples of both published and brand new poetry and prayers.

Revised and expanded edition of Prayers and Blessings for an Inclusive Church out now!

New prayers and blessings for occasional offices (including, explicitly, same-sex weddings), new seasonal collects and eucharistic material for Creation, Peace and Justice and feasts of Mary.

Come Holy Gift, poetry for the Christian year

‘Steven Shakespeare’s deft and mellifluous poetry is in touch not only with the riches of Christian scripture and liturgy but also with the earlier creation spirituality of these islands…. This will be an excellent resource for any church whose liturgy follows the pattern of the Christian year.' Malcolm Guite, poet, writer and songwriter

The Black Wood Journals

Follow my blog for the latest news and reflections on spirituality, nature and writing, as I explore my local woodlands throughout the year.

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Follow the links for some of my recent projects

 
 

The Earth Cries Glory

Daily prayers with creation: a beautiful and simple way of following the natural seasons.

Art Disarming Philosophy

An innovative collection of essays at the intersection of art, performance and philosophy. Co-edited with Niamh Malone and Gary Anderson.

Romancing Nature: Philosophy of Religion in an Age of Ecological Crisis

My inaugural lecture as Professor of Continental Philosophy at Liverpool Hope University, drawing on the lessons of German Romantic philosophy for today.