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Poems on a Tea Napkin by Sarah B. Royal

Poems on a Tea Napkin by Sarah B. Royal, the eighth installment in the WoPoLi Chapbook Series, is a lyrical celebration of the everyday magic of tea, expressed through over 100 short-form poems. Published by WoPoLi.PS on June 16, 2025, this 100-page collection showcases Royal’s signature blend of wit, wisdom, and emotional nuance in compact poetic forms. The chapbook features a rich variety of styles—including haiku, tanka, senryu, lune, and epigrams—each crafted as a “sip” of feeling: playful, poignant, meditative, mischievous, and occasionally dark, for those who like their tea strong. Using tea rituals as a central metaphor, the poems explore themes of solitude, reflection, comfort, and transience. Royal’s work offers a wide emotional palette, ranging from light-hearted musings to deeper existential reflections. Though brief, the poems are layered and contemplative, inviting rereading much like the lingering steam on a porcelain cup. This collection is perfect for lovers of minimalist poetry and Japanese poetic forms, readers seeking gentle, introspective verse, and fans of Royal’s other works who appreciate her intellectual playfulness and emotional depth.

ISBN: 9798288000898

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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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