Shane Richards scatters his poems to the wind; 16,000 Facebook fans can't be wrong...The Poet is a poetic journal containing one hundred and twenty one works. Thirty five years in the writing.

'You are truly one of this generation's best writers/poets. Thank you for being such an inspiration to me and thousands of others around the Globe!' —Amy Solowiej

'Shane, Once again you have brought me back to the reality under the reality...the little things so often taken as an everyday reality, a common occurrence, you are able to remind us that they are, in fact, a god given blessing of love! The smell of fresh flowers, a good night and the simplicity of looking at the clouds, I love that I have your words to read and that they bring back long forgotten feelings...thank you!' —Danielle Turkaly

'I'm amazed at the words that come from one person; you are so entwined in our lives, Thank you so much for you being you! Love all Shane!' —Irene Weller

'Thank you, Shane. It's always such a pleasure to stop and read your words. Some just take my breath and have me blinking quickly. Thank you so much for what you share with us all.' —Lyn Lapham

'IN SOME WAY YOU WRITE A PURE HEART BEAT Shane, ringing out in tune with so much truth.' —Lorraine Murphy

'You never cease to amaze me Shane with your beautiful words. I always look forward to reading your work.' —Rosy Cameron