New Memoir Faith and Slipper Socks Delivers Unfiltered Truth, Humor, and Hope from the Front Lines of a Late Bipolar Diagnosis

In Faith and Slipper Socks, Richard Keller blends sharp wit with honesty to share his journey from breakdown to breakthrough. At 51, he found himself in a mental health facility wearing hospital scrubs and slipper socks—scared, and oddly relieved. What followed was a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, a chaotic rewind of life choices, and a slow, uneven climb toward true comprehension and recovery. End Quote

Bipolar disorder is not a forever curse if treated. It is a new, breathable suit of life. Now, if you'll excuse me, I am going to continue living mine

(1888PressRelease) September 03, 2025 - New Jersey - What happens when the breakdown you’ve been outrunning for decades finally catches up? For author Richard Keller, the answer involved hospital scrubs, slipper socks, and a hard-won new beginning.

In his candid and compelling new memoir, Faith and Slipper Socks, Keller peels back the layers of his carefully constructed life to reveal the chaos, confusion, and clarity that came with his diagnosis of bipolar disorder at age 51. With equal parts humor and heartbreak, Keller offers a brutally honest look at the years leading up to his mental health crisis—and the slow, uneven climb toward recovery and understanding.

“I didn’t set out to become a mental health advocate,” says Keller. “But when you find yourself staring at the ceiling of a psychiatric ward, you start asking yourself real questions. Writing this book was one of the answers.”

Faith and Slipper Socks is more than a memoir—it’s a lifeline for readers navigating their own neurodivergent journeys, especially for men who have long been taught that vulnerability is weakness. Keller’s unique voice and storytelling prowess offer moments of deep reflection alongside laugh-out-loud absurdity, making space for honesty in the mental health conversation.

With Faith and Slipper Socks, Keller reminds readers that it’s never too late to break down—and break through.

Faith and Slipper Socks
By Richard Keller
Available September 3, 2025 at Amazon.com
ISBN: 979-8-218-77229-1

For review copies, interviews, or additional information, please contact authorrichsk ( @ ) gmail dot com dot

About the Author:
New Jersey native, Richard Keller is a simple man with a complicated mental illness. Diagnosed at age 51, he has spent his time not only rebuilding his life but helping others understand bipolar and other neurodivergent issues. Through his writing, including this book, he aims to connect with and support others on similar journeys. Richard is also the author of Thinking Inside My Box, Coffee Cup Tales, and Dining With Zombies showcasing his diverse storytelling talents. A father of five wonderful children, he resides in New Jersey, continuing to stitch his life together one day at a time.

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