Perhaps - By Stuti Shetty

Written By: Stuti Shetty

Category: Prose Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

We are pleased to feature Stuti Shetty's evocative prose poetry work, "Perhaps," as part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. "Perhaps" invites readers to contemplate the immense power of words and their often unconsidered impact. In this thoughtful piece, Shetty delves into the complex relationship between language and meaning, urging us to reconsider how we wield words in our daily lives.

About the Work

"Perhaps" is a reflective meditation on the influence and potential of language. Through its introspective tone, the poem questions the weight and significance that words carry in shaping our experiences. Stuti Shetty masterfully uses simple yet potent imagery to convey the vulnerability and responsibility inherent in spoken and unspoken language.

Perhaps

Original Submission by Stuti Shetty

Perhaps

By Stuti Shetty

Doesn’t life feel strange?

A small word can change lives

Words possess so much power

Yet we use them so carelessly

As if it’s something that can be taken back I wish

I really do wish

That

My words carried a depth Carried a meaning

Carried the burden on my back Yet

It doesn’t

Why?

I don’t know

Perhaps

It isn’t its job

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious event celebrating the art of writing. It showcases outstanding works from around the world in various genres, providing a platform for writers to express their creativity and share their unique voices with a global audience.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Stuti Shetty for sharing her profound piece, "Perhaps," in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her exploration of the power and responsibility of words offers a valuable perspective on communication and expression. We look forward to seeing more of her inspiring work in the future.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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