Anisosyllabic Poetry

Anisosyllabic Poetry

Anisosyllabic poetry refers to metrical systems in which the syllables in each line have varying lengths, creating an uneven rhythm. This contrasts with more regular metrical forms like iambic or trochaic meter. Often, anisosyllabic poetry uses free verse or unconstrained line lengths, allowing for more flexibility in the structure of the poem.

Whispers in the Breeze

The breeze whispers soft,
through leaves and branches high.
It’s dancing in light.
Shadows stretch long, as daybreak winds sigh.

The stars peek through the clouds.
Night covers the breeze below.
Dreams take flight.

The poem “Whispers in the Breeze” demonstrates anisosyllabic structure, with lines of differing syllable lengths (5, 6, 5, 9, 6, 7, 3). This variability creates a natural ebb and flow, mimicking the gentle rhythm of the breeze described in the poem. The free verse form allows the poem to move freely without rigid constraints, enhancing its fluid, organic feel.

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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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