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Blank Verse

Blank Verse
Blank verse is a type of poetry that is written in unrhymed iambic pentameter. Each line typically contains ten syllables, with an alternating pattern of unstressed and stressed syllables (da-DUM). This form is often used in English dramatic, epic, and reflective poetry.
Key Characteristics of Blank Verse:
Unrhymed: Unlike traditional forms of poetry, blank verse does not have a specific rhyme scheme.
Iambic Pentameter:
Each line usually consists of five iambs (an iamb is a metrical foot with an unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable).

Natural Speech Patterns:
Blank verse tends to mimic the rhythms of natural speech, making it suitable for dramatic and narrative purposes.
Below is a short segment from:

My Old House
In quiet corners are sounds I hear in air,
Where memory lingers and yesterday remains.
I hear my mother’s gentle breath, her voice,
A lullaby that drifts through time and dust.

The floorboards creak beneath my cautious step,
Each sound is a pulse—a heartbeat from the past.
The beams above extend beyond my reach,
While cobwebs creep like ghosts in dimming light.

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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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