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Poems In the Parlor Basket by Sarah B. Royal

Poems in the Parlor Basket by Sarah B. Royal is a tender and introspective chapbook that forms part of the WoPoLi Chapbook Series, published on April 7, 2025, by WoPoLi.PS. In this paperback collection, Royal employs domestic imagery—most notably the “parlor basket”—as a central metaphor for containment, memory, and the quiet rituals of healing and reflection. Her poetic voice is lyrically introspective, offering gentle yet probing verses that invite readers to contemplate the emotional textures of everyday life. True to the spirit of the WoPoLi series, the chapbook honors poetic tradition while embracing formal experimentation, creating what Royal calls a “symphony of poetic expression.” The poems explore the fragility and endurance of relationships through subtle metaphor and emotional nuance, celebrating the human capacity to find grace in small, often overlooked moments—cups of tea, folded linens, handwritten notes. With themes of emotional resilience, spiritual symbolism, and quiet joy, this collection is ideal for readers who appreciate contemplative poetry and the work of poets like Mary Oliver, Luci Shaw, or Naomi Shihab Nye.

ISBN: 9798315092186

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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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