Written by @RWhiteAuthor There is a season when the world begins to let go gently. Leaves loosen their grip. Light softens. Even grief feels warmer in the amber hush of October. Whiskey and the Autumn Wind lives in that spaceâthe place where loss has arrived …
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Some books ask to be finished. Others ask to be savored. Whiskey and the Autumn Wind belongs to the latterâa collection meant for slow evenings, low light, and a glass poured with intention. When a reader described the poems as something to be âsipped like a fine bourbon by a crackling fireplace,â they captured the spirit of the book perfectly. This is poetry that lingers, that speaks softly, and that stays with you long after the final page.
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A reflective year in review and a look ahead to 2026ânew poetry, Whiskey and the Winter Wind, and the launch of The Gemini Project, an MFA thesis novel exploring truth, power, and deception.
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The wheel of the year turned like a slow tide, and here we stand at its close â rich with stories, hardened by truth, softened by grace. In the quiet places between sirens and silence, 2025 became one of reckoning and resolution. This year I …
Read MoreMaintaining healthy habits is crucial for writers to thrive creatively and mentally. Setting a writing schedule, taking daily walks, and limiting social media have helped me find balance and reduce stress. Small changes can make a big difference in both writing and life. What healthy habits have been game-changers for you? Share your tips and join the conversation on my blog!
Read MoreAutumn may be fleeting, but its spirit lingersâand so does the promise of Whiskey and the Autumn Wind: A Collection of Poems in the Hemingway Tradition. đ⨠By Richard White ~ @RWhiteAuthor  Can you feel that cool breeze? Forget the bitter chill of snow for …
Read MoreBy Richard White ~Â @RWhiteAuthor Crumbling Men Men donât fall cleanâthey crumble slow, Like autumn leaves beneath the snow. A piece by piece, the edges fray, Yet still, they rise to face the day. The whiskey burns, a fleeting balm, A borrowed warmth, a fleeting calm. …
Read MoreIn my upcoming poetry collection, Whiskey and the Autumn Wind: A Collection of Poems in Hemingway Tradition, I dive into the haunting echoes of Ernest Hemingwayâs life, mind, and struggles, which resonate deeply with my own experiences as a combat medic, military veteran, and EMT. …
Read MoreAs the leaves turn to hues of gold and crimson, and the air carries a crispness that hints at change, I am thrilled to share my latest poetry collection, Whiskey and the Autumn Wind. This book is a reflection of the transformative power of autumn, …
Read More Written by @RWhiteAuthor Dear Readers, I am beyond excited to share some wonderful news with you all. On December 31st, I will be releasing my latest poetry collection, âWhiskey and the Autumn Wind: A Collection of Poems in Hemingway Tradition.â This project has been …
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