Joe Hammond

Joe Hammond was a critically acclaimed writer and playwright. He took part in the Royal Court Studio Writers' Group in 212, having previously been mentored by the theatre and BBC. His debut London production 'Where the Mangrove Grows' played at Theatre53 in 212 and was later published by Bloomsbury. His memoir, A Short History of Falling, chronicling the last days of his life, was published by 4th Estate in 219 shortly before his death. He is survived by his wife and two sons.