Richard White

Why I Am Not a Painter

By @RWhiteAuthor Day 3 Prompt: The American poet Frank O’Hara was an art critic and friend to numerous painters and poets In New York City in the 1950s and 60s. His poems feature a breezy, funny, conversational style. His poem “Why I Am Not a Painter” is …

NaPoWriMo Day 2: From Nietzsche’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra

Drawn from Friedrich Nietzsche’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra, this blackout poem explores the philosophy of self-overcoming. Nietzsche famously wrote, “One must have chaos within to give birth to a dancing star.” This piece embraces that tension—how darkness, struggle, and the unknown shape transformation. The erasure leaves behind fragments of existential battle and ascent, mirroring the journey of one who dares to evolve beyond their former self.

“Disobedience, Forbidden Fruit” – A Blackout Poem from Paradise Lost

A blackout poem unveiling the journey of self-discovery through darkness, where hidden truths emerge from the void. What remains when words fade?

March of the Writers Day 27: Secret Identity

By day, I save lives as an EMT. By night, I weave tales of shadow and intrigue. Two worlds, one soul—living the ultimate double life.

March of the Writers Day 26: Writer Fuel Pt. 2 – Influences

rom poetry to thrillers to supernatural suspense—my writing journey has been fueled by incredible influences. What has inspired you?

Self-Discovery Amidst Darkness: Finding Your True Identity Through Hardship

Darkness isn’t just an obstacle—it’s a path to self-discovery. When life’s chaos fades, we uncover our true identity in the silence within. 🌌💫 Have you ever found clarity in hardship? Share your journey! #SelfDiscovery #InnerStrength #TheStoryGoesOn

March of the Writers – Day 22: Competitive Drive

Some warriors fight with swords; I choose words. But my battlefield isn’t a competition—it’s the blank page, the realm of infinite possibility.

March of the Writers Day 19: Coffee vs. Tea!

Coffee fuels my writing, but tea slows the world down. Both have their place, but coffee wins—except when Vermont Maple Ginger calls.

March of the Writers Day 18: The 3 Ps – Plotter, Pantser, or Plantser?

Writing is both an art and a science—sometimes, you need the blueprint; other times, you just need to run with it. I started as a Pantser, letting stories unfold naturally. Over time, I’ve learned the value of planning, especially in research-heavy projects. My poetry flows freely, but fiction demands structure. Now, I balance both—becoming a Plantser, blending plotting with spontaneous creativity.

March of the Writers Day 13: You’ve Got This

We all need a reminder sometimes that we’re stronger than we think. A friend told me I never give up, and I’m passing that encouragement on to you. 💪✨ #MarchOfTheWriters #YouGotThis