Genre: Poetry

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.

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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.

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In A Poet’s Quest to Find Tranquility, Richard White bares his soul in a deeply moving and unflinchingly honest collection that charts one man's emotional pilgrimage toward peace. Bringing together the complete works from Pages Full of Memories, Shattered Glass, and Speaking to My Depression, this volume captures the raw, resonant voice of a poet shaped by trauma, resilience, and the relentless search for inner stillness.

Each poem serves as a milestone—through grief, through healing, through the tangled mess of memory and mental health. With themes of depression, PTSD, loss, and self-reflection, White's writing speaks directly to the heart of anyone who has ever felt broken, unseen, or in need of solace. Yet amidst the darkness, his words carry a quiet strength and unshakable hope.

This collection is more than poetry—it’s a companion for anyone walking their own path toward peace. Vulnerable, reflective, and beautifully human, A Poet’s Quest to Find Tranquility is both an emotional reckoning and a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is light to be found.

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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.

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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.

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Poetry from the Ashes of a Fierce Life

Rising from a life marked by hardship, heartbreak, and resilience, Burning Soul is the powerful debut poetry collection from S.L. Goyette. From the trials of a turbulent childhood to the raw realities of becoming a teenage parent, Goyette pours her soul onto the page in a fearless act of survival and self-expression.

Each poem is a reflection of a life lived on the edge of pain and perseverance—a journey through loss, grief, abandonment, love, and the fire of emotional truth. With unflinching honesty and lyrical depth, her words tear at the heartstrings and speak to the wounds we often carry in silence.

Burning Soul is more than poetry—it’s a lifeline. A testament to the strength it takes to rise from tragedy, and a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is beauty in the burn.

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