Within the tender pages of this poetry collection, emotions unfold like delicate petals, each verse painting a poignant portrait of the human experience. 'if only you knew' is a compilation that goes beyond the shadows, offering solace and insight into the landscape of suicide awareness. Through evocative verses and heartfelt expressions, the poet navigates the intricate labyrinth of despair, crafting a tapestry of empathy and resilience. The poems within serve as guiding lights, highlighting the significance of compassion, encouraging dialogues that heal, and ultimately disseminating whispers of hope to those grappling with the profound challenges of mental health. This anthology stands not just as a collection of words but as a testament to the transformative power of poetry, gently prompting readers to listen, empathize, and unite against the darkness that looms.
Nick Hayden has never known exactly what to write in his author's bio, but he's willing to try.
Nick is married to his lovely wife Natasha, he is father to his wonderful children Fyodor (no, we are not Russian) and Serenity.
Sometimes Nick really loves to write. Sometimes, he prefers to dream about writing. Most times, he enjoys reading things he's already written.
Without a doubt, he has to write. He truly believes that fiction is a lie that tells the truth. That is why he writes, and that is why he loves fiction.
He tends to read books published before his birth, though he is always willing to make exceptions. He tends to write speculative fiction, though he is always willing to make exceptions.
Nick believes in the redemptive sacrifice of Jesus Christ and believes that Jesus is the truth. This may very well show up in his writings, but hopefully won't land like a piano from a third story window.
Above all, Nick hopes that something here will inspire you, entertain you, make you think, or simply make you smile. If not, he supposes he'll have to keep at it until something does.