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Lost in the Lost and Found by Sarah B. Royal

Lost in the Lost and Found by Sarah B. Royal is a compelling anthology of childhood poetry and prose that traces the emotional and creative evolution of Sarah B. Royal from the age of nine until her adulthood. Published on April 5, 2024, this 178-page volume blends traditional and experimental forms to illuminate the inner world of a child as she discovers language, identity, and imagination. As part of the series The Making of Sarah B. Royal, the collection showcases both simple reflections and complex, emotionally layered pieces, revealing Royal’s early passion for writing and her instinct to push poetic boundaries. Through conventional structures and inventive formats, the book offers a poetic license to memory—interweaving real experiences with imaginative reinterpretation. Themes of childhood longing, creative awakening, and emotional ebb and flow run throughout, shifting between whimsy and melancholy to reflect the nuanced process of growing up. Ideal for readers drawn to autobiographical poetry, childhood psychology, and the developmental arc of a poet’s voice, this independently published work stands as both a literary artifact and a personal archive, offering profound insight into how early writing can shape a lifelong artistic identity.

ISBN: 9798884789395

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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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