The prison: age 15

Life is like a broken record

playing the same tune again and again.

No one wishes to lift the needle

to let a new song begin.

Life is like a four-walled prison

to see the same walls again and again.

No one wishes to tear down those walls

to let a little sunshine in.

Life is like a shallow pond

in which no life can survive in.

Or like an isolated mountain top.

No enemies in which you have to defend.

Life is only a trap so many fall destined to

and to sleep away its song is a sin.

but if I were to wait patiently

within these four walls

within this prison

there would be no end.

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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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