Pearl Diving Phantom - By Omar Ahmed Alkhulaqi

Written By: Omar Ahmed Alkhulaqi

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Omar Ahmed Alkhulaqi, writing under the evocative pseudonym "Pearl Diving Phantom," brings a haunting piece of poetry to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Titled "Pearl Diving Phantom," this poem invites readers into a spectral world along a mysterious shore. With its eerie and atmospheric tone, the piece is a captivating entry into the competition's rich tapestry of poetic and creative expression.

About the Work

"Pearl Diving Phantom" delves into themes of mystery and the supernatural. The poem is steeped in vivid imagery, portraying a haunting coastal setting where despair and intrigue intertwine. The narrative voice captures the reader's imagination, evoking a sense of unease and curiosity about the enigmatic figure that haunts the shore. The mood is both melancholic and mysterious, leaving a lasting impression.

Pearl Diving Phantom

Original Submission by Omar Ahmed Alkhulaqi

Pearl Diving Phantom

Endless possibilities waiting here

behind the finite reach of stare.

A breath circling this coastal lair,

gloom thickens this haunted air.

All this I can no longer bear,

someone’s there, someone’s there.

Far behind the rolling tides,

a figure nears with gliding stride.

Wave on wave through the creeping sea,

its shadow spreads, inverting me

like an hourglass trickling with despair,

someone’s there, someone’s there.

Phantom it is! I discern on the shore,

roaming gazing, with broken oar.

An old man with futam-clipped nose,

lost in time, a pearl diving ghost.

Mumbling hymns of days gone by—unaware,

there’s no one there, no one there.

By Omar Ahmed Alkhulaqi

Insta: @b.t.oaktree

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating diverse voices in literature. It showcases outstanding works from poets and writers around the world, fostering creativity and artistic expression. The competition is a testament to the power of words and storytelling in connecting cultures and ideas.

We extend our gratitude to Omar Ahmed Alkhulaqi for sharing "Pearl Diving Phantom" with us. This evocative poem enriches the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 with its haunting beauty and vivid imagery. We look forward to witnessing more of Omar's unique literary contributions in the future.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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