The old road winds through fields of flame,
Where shadows dance and whisper names.
Dreamers march, their hearts aflame,
Toward the front where none return the same.
In Laventie, the iron sings,
A melody of war’s cruel wings.
The sky once bright, is now bathed in red,
As thoughts of home rise with the dead.
The glory sought, the dreamer’s crown,
Is far beyond the shell-torn ground.
Yet still they strive, with hope so pure,
In that dream, they find their cure.
Through battle’s cry and cannon’s roar,
They walk the road forevermore.
With each step taken, they reclaim
A fleeting glimpse of Heaven’s flame.
But Laventie whispers, soft and low,
That glory’s price is grief and woe.
And yet they march, with hearts of stone,
To find in war their wayward home.
The Road to Glory: Laventie’s Song
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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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