surreal poetry

Surrealist poetry embodies the essence of poetry itself, drawing upon shocking imagery and lyrical incongruities to comment on the inner-workings of the mind.

Luminary Quest
From beyond the depths from within Leaning in the unknow abyss Like pools of dark matter swirling together The time to begin this journey has begun
By Nikki4 years ago in Poets
Instead of You
Hello, Insecurities how about you stop Knocking! My Confidence advised me to not let you back in… I realized that I’m stronger because of the love within…
By HandsomelouiiThePoet (Lonzo ward)4 years ago in Poets
Winged Terrors
A different type of fear awaits me. It starts with a dark house with a guiding porch light, where safety lies within, but not a moment before.
By Grace Gettys 4 years ago in Poets
Trust/Ышаныч/Yshanysh
Trust feels like a generous, light pat on the shoulder. Trust smells like a miniature glass bottle of ambrosial tea tree oil.
By Talia Devora4 years ago in Poets
Midnight Marlboro
Marlboro’s midnight magic, meandering mist, escapes my lipsCherry lipstick stains the rim of my chilled, whiskey sour twist Faded, tear stained letters lay on the floor, torn up as I amI should be getting better, but I just don’t give a damnThe years have marked my skin - Like a leopard, wears it’s spots A car veering off a cliff, without the means to stopI’m waiting for the bad news, aka, the other shoe to dropI’ve traded in my happiness at an IOU pawnshop But, I’ll fake it till I make it - Because, mind over matter counts I’ll keep on keeping on, before my time has all run out
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden4 years ago in Poets
The Story Of E
There once was, is, and forever will be, a woman so vibrant she brought everything together, her name was E. E loved to move, She loved to dance,
By Justin Nobles4 years ago in Poets
Red Demon
Context: Malinche (c. 1500 – c. 1529) was an enslaved Nahua woman who helped the Spanish conquistadores by acting as a translator for them. She was also a consort for Hernán Cortés. In Mexico, she is hailed as the epitome of betrayal, as these actions are considered a betrayal to her people.
By C.M. Vazquez4 years ago in Poets
The Weight of a Woman's Fear
As I walk alone at night, I cannot help but feel fright, Of all the dangers that may come, And the threat of harm, there's always some.
By Janice Daily4 years ago in Poets
The Haunting of Hill House
In the halls of Hill House, Echoes of screams are heard. The ghostly presence lingers, A constant and eerie word. |~|~|
By Faseeh Zaidi4 years ago in Poets
Depressed
Honestly tired of 2023 already. Bad news after bad news constantly. About ready to give in. I turn 30 next month, can’t afford necessities, bills are behind, no one is hiring even when they post it.
By Megan Godbey4 years ago in Poets
Seven Eyed Stone
Seven eyes watch over me As I take each step in faith Who would despise small things My confidence You made Humbly I heed Your call
By Cheyenne Mercado4 years ago in Poets
The House of Shadows
As tempestuous storms rage in my mind, Through gravitas dreams, I dart and weave. Ticks and tocks of fate's clock remind Of the guilt and fears I cannot retrieve.
By Faseeh Zaidi4 years ago in Poets