John Rick Taylor

Author of compelling stories about courage, conflict, and the human spirit.

I am driven by the untold stories—events that were kept under wraps and especially the 641 Vietnam POWs who were never accounted for. Whether the story is told from the perspective of a helicopter cockpit, a bomber over Europe or the back alleys of London as part of Operation Fortitude, I write from experience. I like to focus on combat and the intelligence field because that was a part of my life until 2015.
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About the Author

About John Rick Taylor

John Rick Taylor is a dedicated author whose work explores themes of bravery, resilience, and human struggle. Through vivid storytelling and strong character development, his novels offer readers intense, meaningful, and engaging experiences.

I’ve spent a lifetime in the shadows—from flying combat missions in the Mekong Delta to working the ‘dark side’ with Army Intelligence and the CIA. My books aren’t just fiction; they are a technique I developed to take actual history and wrap a story around the facts. My goal is simple: to entertain you while giving you a history lesson you actually want to learn.

My Books

Books by John Rick Taylor

Below is a collection of published works by John Rick Taylor. Each title reflects his commitment to strong storytelling and impactful themes.

A Few Brave Men

A Few Brave Men

The Caves

A Few Brave Men

Black Bart

Grunt Air

Books are available in bookstores and Amazon.

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My Upcoming Books

Birdcage Walk

John Rick Taylor is currently developing several new titles. These upcoming works promise the same depth, intensity, and powerful storytelling readers have come to expect.

My Blogs

News & Updates

Stay informed about John Rick Taylor’s writing journey, book news, and insights into the creative process.

Why I wrote the stories that I did.

I love history whereas most students in school hated it. I wanted to find a way to tell the story of Vietnam and Laos that wouldn’t put people to sleep.....

The themes that shaped my books.

All my experiences gave me the background and experiences needed to write my five books. More importantly, it gave me the means to tell untold stories and events that the....

From ideal to story: My Writing Process

Oh my gosh, if I told you how I did it you would have me tucked away in the Rubber Room…and rightly so. An idea can come anywhere, at anytime....

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