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A Dainty Thing’s the Villanelle

A Dainty Thing’s the Villanelle

A dainty thing’s the villanelle,
with strawberries and roses near,
where larks at dusk and dawn foretell.

A child beside the idle swell,
a love by sea both bright and clear—
a dainty thing’s the villanelle.

A wink from after apparition fell,
as like the woman, soft and dear,
where larks at dusk and dawn foretell.

Between the dusk where dreamers dwell,
blithe songs arise for hearts sincere—
a dainty thing’s the villanelle.

Of youth and age, of truth to tell,
of summer nights and skies austere,
where larks at dusk and dawn foretell.

Bring her again, O wind, as well,
through West Highlands and yesteryear—
a dainty thing’s the villanelle,
where larks at dusk and dawn foretell.

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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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