Poetry is Gay - By Leong Xing Han

Written By: Leong Xing Han

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

We are pleased to feature Leong Xing Han's "Poetry is Gay," a compelling entry in the Poetry category of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. With a title that draws you in, this poem reflects on the intersections of literary critique and personal expression, all wrapped in a layer of humor. Leong Xing Han, through their creative pseudonym "Poetry is Gay," offers readers a unique perspective, inviting us to consider the often complex relationship between poetry and identity.

About the Work

"Poetry is Gay" presents a humorous and candid exploration of poetry from a critical and personal viewpoint. The poem uses playful language and clever imagery to challenge traditional notions of literary analysis, while simultaneously expressing support for the LGBT community. The tone is both light-hearted and thought-provoking, encouraging readers to reflect on the ways poetry can be perceived and interpreted.

Poetry is Gay

Original Submission by Leong Xing Han

Leong Xing Han

Hashtag Kalakar Global Poetry & Creative Writing Competition

Poetry is Gay

(An Poorly Written Poem Found in my Secondary School Notebook)

To my gay brothers, I’m sorry,

For what I’m about to say.

To my lesbian sisters I’m sorry,

Please hear me out today.

Really, I’m not homophobic

I just have a bone to pick,

Poetry is damn gay

And it’s so not slay.

I love my homo friends

But poetry has to end;

Comparing you all to poetry,

Is an insult to the LGBT.

Bro, I don’t mean to be rude

You can marry a dude.

I will support your wedding

Unless there’s poetry sharing.

I remember to this date

Of having to annotate

That the red door has symbolism

Of covert communism.

We had Lit remedial until four

Just talking about a door.

I rather be shot with a spear

Than have to study Shakespeare.

I will turn into a psychopath,

If I have to read more Sylvia Plath.

So please don’t come me,

I’m just sick of “thou” and “thee”.

To my gay friends continue to slay,

But just remember that:

Poetry is damn gay.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is an esteemed platform celebrating diverse voices in poetry and creative writing. This competition aims to bring together writers from around the world, encouraging innovative expression and literary excellence without imposing specific themes or restrictions. It is an opportunity for writers to showcase their work on a global stage.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Leong Xing Han for their engaging contribution, "Poetry is Gay," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Your unique voice and humorous take on literary critique enrich our understanding of poetry. We appreciate your participation and look forward to seeing more of your creative endeavors.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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