Some books ask to be finished. Others ask to be savored. Whiskey and the Autumn Wind belongs to the latter—a collection meant for slow evenings, low light, and a glass poured with intention. When a reader described the poems as something to be “sipped like a fine bourbon by a crackling fireplace,” 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.
Read MoreA Year Tempered by Wind and Ink
A reflective year in review and a look ahead to 2026—new poetry, Whiskey and the Winter Wind, and the launch of The Gemini Project, an MFA thesis novel exploring truth, power, and deception.
Read MorePRESS RELEASE – The Quiet After the Sirens
Capital District, NY – Whispers in the Dark Press is proud to announce the release of acclaimed author Richard White’s newest novel, The Quiet After the Sirens, available now through poetry.authorrichardwhite.com/
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Chapter 3 rewrites, and developmental edits.
In honor of EMS Week and Mental Health Awareness Month, read a raw excerpt from The Quiet After the Sirens—a memoir about trauma, silence, and survival.
Read MoreNaPoWriMo Day 6 – Cinnamon
By @RWhiteAuthor Today’s #NaPoWriMo prompt asked poets to explore the taste of something—through texture, sound, and emotion. Inspired by the spice that stirs both comfort and memory, “Cinnamon” captures the burn behind nostalgia and the golden weight of something half-remembered but wholly felt. Row Column …
Read More“The Painting by the Window”
By @RWhiteAuthor Today’s (optional) prompt. In her poem, “Living with a Painting,” Denise Levertov describes just that. And well, that’s a pretty universal experience, isn’t it? It’s the rare human structure – be it a bedroom, kitchen, dentist’s office, or classroom – that doesn’t have art …
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 24 – Writer’s Beware
Vanity presses prey on indie authors with false promises. Stay sharp, do your research, and never pay to be published! Knowledge is your best defense.
Read MoreMarch of the Writers – Day 23: Bookmark Palooza
[sp_wpcarousel id=”1854″] Wait a minute… there’s a whole bookmark culture out there, and nobody told me?! Apparently, while I was lost in my world of words, everyone else was out here collecting tiny, artistic page-holders like trophies. And here I am with just one—a digital bookmark …
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 21 – We go together!
“The writing community isn’t just a group of people—it’s a full-fledged saga of mystery, fantasy, and plot twists. From noir detectives of the indie world to fantasy wordsmiths weaving spells in ink, I’ve met incredible minds who have shaped my journey. Whether it’s late-night conspiracies about the publishing industry, unforgettable meetups, or unexpected plot twists in friendships, this adventure is one for the books. Who will be the next character to join the story?”
Read MoreMarch of the Writers Day 16. Do the Evolution: My Journey as a Writer
From a self-published dreamer to a professional writer, I’ve come a long way. Graduating Summa Cum Laude & soon pursuing my MFA—this is only the beginning!
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