The Almost Blues - By Namrah Akram

Written By: Namrah Akram

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Namrah Akram brings forth a poignant piece titled "The Almost Blues" in the Poetry category for the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This submission delves into the nuanced landscape of unrequited love and the complexities of connection. Through vivid imagery and reflective prose, Namrah explores the theme of "almost" and the transient nature of relationships, inviting readers into a world of emotive contemplation.

About the Work

"The Almost Blues" weaves a tapestry of emotions, capturing the essence of unfulfilled desires and the haunting presence of what could have been. Namrah employs rich imagery and a contemplative tone to illustrate the liminal space between connection and distance. The poem resonates with those who have experienced the bittersweet nature of unrequited love, highlighting the silence and the unspoken moments that define such relationships.

The Almost blues

Original Submission by Namrah Akram

The Almost Blues

-He was no Apollo, and I was no Daphne- but still, the almost was enough to lose.-

Chase me like sunlight, and I ran like a prey, rooted in my own damn choice, not knowing if that was brave.

Feet that knew the ground too well, a season that forgot its name- eager metal, dull and bright, and the spark of sharp unrequited flame.

In the fleeting time of radiant glow, these feet stilled in the roots. The running stopped, not by choice- the tremble of leaves, the splash of waves listening, loud at the footfall of memory.

Your fingers that I never held against mine, your lips that I wished I could trace with my fingers. Branches reached out to nothing, leaves whispering rhythm into odes of silence- silence that I should’ve never left behind.

We stand at the purgatory of what we were supposed to be- from no labels to lets see where it goes. Limbo of connection, blurred haunting of distance.

A crown of great honor and hollow moments strung together- swift, breathless, and unbearably silent.

That’s the almost, close enough to lose.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating the art of words. It brings together talented writers from around the world, offering them a stage to showcase their creativity and passion for the written word. Participants explore diverse themes, enriching the global literary landscape with their unique voices and perspectives.

We extend our gratitude to Namrah Akram for her participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 with her evocative poem, "The Almost Blues." Her exploration of connection and silence adds a profound depth to the competition. Thank you, Namrah, for sharing your artistry with us.

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