Blogs

From Heartfelt Pet Farewells to the Chaotic Worlds of “Infinite Jest”

Explore Rich Hanson’s vivid collection of storytelling, where a devoted cat’s final chapter teaches love, loss, and letting go, and complex literary analysis unpacks David Foster Wallace’s sprawling vision of obsession, pleasure, and human isolation in Infinite Jest. From tender animal moments to mind-bending literary worlds, these stories reveal the beauty, tragedy, and chaos of life itself.

Rich Hanson’s Poetry: Depth, History, and Humanity

Step into a world where history, myth, and raw human emotion collide. From abandoned landfills to biblical tales, Hanson’s poems explore loss, longing, and the fleeting nature of life, all with sharp imagery and a storyteller’s heart.

A Study in Disappointment

Myron S. Barnes rose from editor to Civil War colonel, only to be court-martialed and dismissed. Wounded, defiant, and determined, his fight to reclaim honor and steer through a turbulent postwar life reveals a story of ambition, pride, and perseverance.

Rich's Favourite Songs

After reading Bob Dylan’s and Jeff Tweedy’s top 50 song lists, I decided to indulge myself by coming up with my own. Enjoy! I’m a “Lyrics” person, as you’ll quickly discern. Music has always meant a lot to me, and you’ll see it referenced in my novel on a number of occasions.