WoPoLi

To the Reader

Rhymed Version.

To the Reader – Salie Davis

Using sharp words, cutting thoughts, a heavy tole,
in bleeding ink, I carve out a piece of my soul,
I put it all on the line as I cast it free,
Into the vast sea of humanity.

The current of emotions draws you closer with the tide,
using my soul as bait and a wave of words to guide,
I wait impatiently for a nibble with a hopeful start
A bite from someone with a poetic heart!

I reel you in, you barely struggle, my catch is near,
you’re trapped in a net of stanzas, I feel your fear.
Gasping for air, I caught you fair, my prize.
Yet, in your eyes, a sadness lies,

Bulging eyes, my words lured you in, revealing a hidden pain,
You were caught unaware, by the beauty in my poetic refrain.
My words were a net baited with my soul, just a small part,
captured emotions, just enough to wound your heart.

We connect in shared pain, with pity’s touch, as the poet knows,
A compassionate act, to end your pain, I pull you close.
Yet, mercy whispers, If I let you go, you will heal.
And I release you back, with a tear we both feel.

I have learned when fishing in the sea of feelings, vast and deep,
Though I share a piece of my soul, your soul is yours to keep.
So with compassion, I do a kind release and I set you free,
I will catch you again, till then, swim in life’s poetic sea.

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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