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The Woman Under The Burqa

Against the Niqab in defiance, women must stand tall,
With resilience join together to break the Taliban’s thrall.
Our hearts should be a furnace of anger, ablaze,
Igniting against this oppression in these dark days.

Against the murder of these women, we must stand in might,
We must be a beacon of strength in this human rights fight.
Implied beliefs to enslave, like Hamas is a restrictive snare,
We must confront the idea of Chadar, refusing to wear

these constraints that defile us. Be rebellious souls.
For the young girls and women with kindred goals.
Free the voice beneath her agonized, steadfast gaze,
For the woman under the Burqa, let freedom blaze!

Emerging from shadows, a bright and beautiful mind,
yet she is forced to hide her identity and remain undefined.
Muslim extremism is not obedience, it’s a subjugation crime,
Fight for the daughter, mother, sister, loved by God and divine.

Celebrate her spirit and save her, for she is a unique form.
Her independence we declare and pray for our sisters in harm,
A woman in a Hijab, weeps – defeated, what is your stance?
We must join this rebellion if she is to have a chance!

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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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