The Echoes poetry competition to celebrate Write Out Loud's 20th anniversary is now open. Judged by Neil Astley.

Competition closes in 10 days, 23 hours. Get details and Enter.

DESMOND CHILDS

Late Halloween poem

Saturday 2nd November 2019 4:51 pm

On the night

I spied the ghosts

They did run away from me

I did call - to them all

Why do you run - in fear of me

But then I did hear - a wail to fear

Emanate from me

As forlorn I spoke

I am the ghost - and they

The living be

🌷(4)

Comments

Sat 2nd Nov 2019 21:18

I’m glad you enjoyed it jennifer much appreciate your comment. Thank you Juneau and Don for the likes

All the best des

Sat 2nd Nov 2019 20:03

Nice one! Decidedly frightening and food for thought. Really liked it.

Jennifer

If you wish to post a comment you must login.

Donations from our supporters are essential to keep Write Out Loud going

Bringing poetry to people

Click here to donate now

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.