Paul Callus is a retired teacher who lives in Malta, Europe. He has
been active in the literary field for around 50 years. He writes poetry,
short stories, and lyrics for songs, mostly in English, Maltese, and
Italian. His work has been published in various anthologies, journals
and online sites. He is also a translator and proofreader.
Holding On
on
thin
bent branch
– shivering –
one last shrivelled leaf
clings to the promise of false hope.