What Should I Write About? - By Taanirika Sharma

Written By: Taanirika Sharma

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Taanirika Sharma's evocative poem, "What Should I Write About?", is an insightful contribution to the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. In this piece, Sharma navigates the depths of inspiration and introspection, inviting readers into a contemplative space. This competition brings together voices from around the world, celebrating the art of expression through poetry and creative writing. Sharma's poem resonates with those who ponder the themes of creativity and solitude.

About the Work

Taanirika Sharma's poem is a poignant exploration of the search for inspiration. Through vivid imagery and a reflective tone, she examines the quiet beauty and underlying tension within her surroundings. The poem juxtaposes the static and dynamic, weaving a narrative that questions and contemplates the nature of creativity. Sharma's use of sensory details brings a tangible quality to her introspective journey, leaving readers to ponder their own sources of inspiration.

What should I write about?

Original Submission by Taanirika Sharma

WHAT SHOULD I WRITE ABOUT?

Inside these walls

the world doesn’t move.

What do I write about-

the static silence or

the mundane clock,

a melody that lingers

in the middle of the song

which I missed while

cleaning the dust

off my books, or

the wooden cane

that lies bare with

invisible fingerprints

and the person who

carried it, or

the broken hand mirror

that hangs on my wall,

jaded of seeing

the dark under my eyes.

Or,

Should I step out

of my room and

search for a bird?

Should I go out,

look up at the clouds

and envision Wordsworth

writing about this beauty?

Should I write about

the smell of flowers and

damp soil that

fills my lungs with

delusional hope.

Should I write about-

the wires hanging around loosely

with the crackle of electricity every

now and then,

buzzing like a fly around my ear?

Should I write about

the dreck

that lays dead

on the live flowers?

Should I write about

the smell of foulness

lingering indecently about

every garden that exists?

Should I write about

how good money tastes

and how it fills our lungs

to give us life?

However,

I’ll stay in my room

and listen to the sound

of my own breath.

I’ll stay in my room

and wonder-

What should I write about?

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a celebration of literary creativity. This prestigious event invites participants to share their poetic and written expressions, fostering a community of artists and writers. It serves as a platform for showcasing diverse voices and exploring a myriad of themes, allowing participants to connect and inspire each other through their work.

We extend our gratitude to Taanirika Sharma for her participation in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 with her poem, "What Should I Write About?". Her introspective exploration of creativity offers a unique perspective that enriches the tapestry of this competition. Thank you, Taanirika, for sharing your poetic voice with us.

About Hashtag Kalakar

Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.