Richard White

War is never over.

After years of service in foreign lands and nights haunted by memory, Will Harper returns home to a country he no longer recognizes—and to a self he scarcely understands. He thought the battle ended overseas, but the real fight begins when the uniforms come off.

Haunted by ghosts of conflict and guilt, Will’s fragile connection to family, love, and art begins to crumble. One night cracks everything—his marriage, his mind, his world. In the shards, he must pick up the pieces, face the darkness, and learn whether redemption is possible when the mirror of one’s soul lies broken.

Part poetry, part prose, Shattered Glass is a visceral journey through war, loss, and the fragile reconstruction of identity. With language as both scalpel and balm, Richard White tells a story of survival—not just of the body, but of the heart and the self.

“Here is a voice raw, unflinching—one that sees the wounds others try to hide.”

If you believe in the power of words to heal, if you believe that even shattered glass can reflect truth—this book is for you.

The Quiet After the Sirens is a raw and unflinching memoir that pulls readers into the world of a first responder grappling with trauma, grief, and the echoes of war. Through vivid imagery and haunting honesty, Richard White shares the emotional weight of life on the front lines—both in the military and as a Firefighter/EMT. This is more than a story of survival; it’s a testament to the human spirit, the cost of service, and the quiet moments that follow chaos. A powerful and lyrical journey through pain, healing, and the search for peace when the sirens fade.

Step into a world where the crackle of a fire meets the hush of falling leaves, and the burn of good whiskey softens the sharp edges of memory. In this poignant collection, the spirit of Hemingway weaves through each verse, guiding readers on a reflective journey through love, loss, aging, and the quiet dignity of solitude.

With language as crisp as an autumn morning and emotions as deep as a glass of well-aged bourbon, these poems capture fleeting moments and eternal truths. From the scent of smoke on the wind to the ache of unspoken goodbyes, each piece invites introspection and reverence for life’s simple, aching beauty.

Perfect for lovers of traditional poetry, meditative prose, and the raw, honest heart of classic literary tradition, Whiskey and the Autumn Wind is more than a book—it’s a fireside companion for the soul.

A Symphony of Nature, Friendship, and Inner Turmoil

In this evocative collection of poetry, Richard White invites readers on a deeply personal journey through nature’s fierce beauty and the raw terrain of the human soul. With the rhythm of crashing waves and the stillness of starlit skies, these poems echo the wildness of weather, the mystery of the sea, and the unspoken power of the natural world.

But beneath the calming winds and crashing surf lies a storm of another kind. Grappling with the shadows of PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction, White crafts verses that are both haunting and healing. Each poem becomes a lifeline—a whispered confession, a cry in the dark, a quiet reminder that even in our most broken moments, we are not alone.

Pirates sail these pages. Friendships rise and fall like tides. And amidst betrayal, loss, and quiet resilience, the story goes on.

Silence From The Darkness is more than poetry—it’s a testament to survival, the redemptive power of nature, and the unbreakable threads that connect us, even in our darkest hours.

The Conversation Continues. The Fight Still Matters.

In Speaking to My Depression: A Sequel, Richard White returns with a raw and powerful continuation of the poetic journey he began in Shattered Glass. Where the first collection was a dedication to lost friends and the invisible battles they fought, this sequel is a letter to those still standing—to those still fighting.

Drawing from his own lived experiences with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and grief, White’s words cut deep and heal gently. Through stark honesty, lyrical grit, and unflinching empathy, he speaks directly to the darkness—acknowledging its presence, challenging its hold, and searching for moments of light in between.

As he reflects on friends lost to drug abuse and suicide, and on the haunting silence left behind, White offers not just pain, but perspective—proof that even amid suffering, poetry can be a lifeline. This collection is a continuation of the conversation, a deeper dive into healing, and a tribute to resilience.

Speaking to My Depression is not just a sequel. It’s a survival story, a candle held up in the dark, and an invitation to keep going—even when it hurts.

A raw, unflinching memoir of the rodeo-of bucking broncs, broken bones, fleeting love, and the chase for freedom. Richard White and his rodeo pals capture the grit, glory, and soul of cowboy life with honesty, heart, and vivid storytelling.

The Beginning of a Poet’s Journey

From the scribbled margins of teenage journals to the printed page, Pages Full of Memories marks the powerful debut of poet Richard White. Written over the course of years—beginning at just 13—this 84-page collection weaves together poems, sonnets, and songs that echo with darkness, sadness, heartbreak, perseverance, and hard-won triumph.

Each piece is a snapshot of growth, a moment of emotional honesty, and a step along the path of a young writer finding his voice. Through raw vulnerability and timeless themes, White invites readers into the formative moments that shaped his early years and lit the spark for everything to come.

Pages Full of Memories is more than a book of poems—it’s a testament to resilience, a love letter to expression, and the first chapter in a lifelong journey of turning pain into poetry.