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March Writing Contest
The core idea behind curating the poetry collection The Roses of March is to gently remind writers and artists that no matter what life throws at them, they must never give up on their ability to bloom—like a rose, vivid and resilient. Just like its tender petals, one must continue to bring freshness and grace into the lives of loved ones. Like the firm green stem, we must strengthen our spirit, and like the sharp thorns, protect our inner peace.
As writers, we understand how challenging it can be to juggle reality and creativity. But isn’t that the very reason we chose this path—to quiet the noise and express what ordinary perspectives often fail to capture? Most importantly, we strive to leave a legacy by etching our words into history through publication. There is a sensory ecstasy in immersing ourselves in the pure bliss and celebration of love—something this harsh world, especially in times of global conflict, deeply needs.
Poetry holds the power to unite people, and as poets, it is our responsibility to shape symbols of reflection, reconsideration, and renewal. It allows us to restore dignity to emotions, add value to nature, and nurture a deeper appreciation within awakened hearts. For the month of March, we chose an open theme because we believe everyone needs an outlet—free from constant rules and restrictions imposed by others. Perhaps it is time we listen to our hearts more often and act accordingly.
Without any further ado, on behalf of the Wingless Dreamer Publisher let me present you this poetry collection “The Roses of March”. Enjoy reading.
With warm regards,
Ruchi Acharya
Founder, Editor-in-Chief,
Wingless Dreamer Publisher
The King for the Roses of March has been announced
“I’d like to take a moment to thank every participant and the Wingless Dreamer team for bringing this publication to life. Each poet carries an unblemished spirit and a quiet, luminous soul at their core.
Hold onto it.
Thank you for your unwavering support—and always remember: never give up on your dreams.” —Wingless Dreamer Team
Without any further ado, let's announce the winners.
A big round of applause for the winner. The grand winner of the March Writing Contest 2026 is
HE THINKS HE DOESN’T KNOW HOW TO WRITE - VILT I. ALEXANDRU
Vilt I. Alexandru is a 27-year-old Romanian aspiring poet. He's written since the age of 19, feeling the need to externalise his internal misconceptions and pain. With this entry, he hopes to gain some attention. @alex_vilt_ on Instagram
A thuds of claps. The first runner-up goes to
JEWEL THIEF - PATRICK TROMBLY
Patrick Trombly re-emerged as a publishing poet in 2025. His poems have appeared or will soon appear in Loch Raven Review, The Closed Eye Open, In Parentheses, Beyond Words, PHIL LIT and other journals, as well as multiple Wingless Dreamer anthologies.
Cue the confetti. The second runner-up is
THE ORCHARD I BUILT INDOORS - TOYA L. WALKER
Toya L. Walker is an urban farmer, educator, and founder of OrganicallyGrownQueen.com, a regenerative lifestyle brand rooted in food, land, and feminine power. Her work blends soil science, ancestral wisdom, and emotional healing, exploring how tending the earth mirrors the process of self reclamation. Through storytelling, gardening, and community-based education, Toya creates spaces for growth, resilience, and embodied abundance. goodgrace87 tiktok
Strike the drums. And here are our top finalists:
CANDLE WAX - RACHEL ECK
Rachel Eck is a graduate student at Wilkes University, pursuing her MA and MFA in Creative Writing. She breaks down barriers between prose and poetry, intertwining fact and fiction. She focuses mainly on romance, the yearning, the spice, and the disastrous trauma. If she's not writing, you'll find her in a pilates class, getting a new tattoo, or reading a spicy romance novel. You can follow her journey on Instagram @rachele_writes.
LATE NIGHT TRAIN RIDE - RENO JJ
I am Reno JJ from Penang. I start to write poems when I was 13 years old. My poetries range from voices that left unspoken, positivity, reality emotions and imaginative fantasy. I wish to connect with reader's live with my write. All of my poetries shared on AllPoetry website. I wish I could publish my poems here too.
THE ESKIMOS… OPEN YOUR EARS, FOR CHIRS-SAKE - MARIA FISCHER
Maria Fischer is currently reading Rebel Girl by Kathleen Hanna and wishing she, too, was a rebel girl, rather than a reader, writer, runner, teacher, mom, and wife... although all those things are pretty damn rebellious, when you think about it long enough.
Let's give a huge cheer to our contributors. Curtain rises.
PARKINSON’S DISEASE IS CONTAGIOUS - LINA BUIVIDAVIČIŪTĖ
HAWKS DANCING IN THE SKY - TERRY BRINKMAN
FORGIVE ME FOR I HAVE SIN - LEOTIS LAMAR HARGROVE
SATIATE WITHOUT HATE - ALEX ANDY PHUONG
INSTEAD OF LONELINESS - LARA DOLPHIN
THE EAGLE FLIES AGAIN - HOWARD OSBORNE
A TALE OF TWO FAMILIES - BRYAN GRAFTON
WEAVING WITH COLORS - MARSHA SOLOMON
THEY ARE NEW AND WILL REQUIRE CONSTANT ATTENTION - ANDY BETZ
SING, MOCKINGBIRD, SING - GABRIEL MCLEOD
DARK IN THE DARKENING SKY - STEVE GERSON
SMALL GODS OF THE BROKEN - COURTNEY LIU
DAVID B. - MEG BLOOM GLASSER
CONTINUITY - MALAY DEVASHISH
THE LOUNGE WHERE EVERY MOMENT IS ONE - F.C. THOMPSON
SECRETS AND SAFETY - FATIMA QURESHI
WE WILL BE - G.R. KRAMER
HI, HAZAEL KALUNDRA - ANASERA
BECAUSE IT REMEMBERS - UJU NWANGWU
TWO MINUTES - ADNAN ADNAN
I’M IN RUINS - CITHARA PATRA
SONNET: MY LOVER - SONIA BHOJANI
DESPITE US - ALEXANDRA GRANT
PERHAPS WE SHOULD SPEND MORE TIME TOGETHER- THOMAS KORON
2/4 LOVE LANGUAGES- RACHEL JONES
Once again, thank you to all the contributors to make this publication possible.
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