Before the Dawn After Death

Before the Dawn After Death

As I journey, soft winds sighed,
Moonlight traces the silver tide.
Sleep, the brave, beneath the stone,
Spiritual suspire, not alone.

Dry August burns the fields to dust,
Mistletoe clings, though leaves are crushed.
Music plays where sorrows lay,
Seraphia sings the dark away.

One moment—take thy rest,
Nod off, the ground will hold you best.
Farewell, farewell, the fiddler plays,
a journey song for fleeting days.

All that’s past, a generation’s gains,
Snow will cover time’s remains.
Someone calls—who can it be?
Seeds take root in tomorrow’s memory.

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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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