Jack Cohen

The Dread Beast

In the dark
the dread beast hides
its eyes awash with flames.

A girl afraid
hides herself
and hope it\'s lost its way.

A soulless scream
its haunting cry
rends a mind to shreds.

A single sound is all it needs
and towards its prey
it heads.

Do not move
do not weep
for it is almost near.

Hold your breath
close your eyes
the dread beast knows you\'re here.