“Up the River: Paddle Not Included” by C. Rich offers an unfiltered and gripping journey through the federal prison system, as experienced by a first-time, non-violent white-collar offender. This deeply personal and often darkly humorous memoir recounts the author’s time at FPC Talladega, exposing the stark realities of America’s justice and prison systems.

From the chaotic intake at county jails to life within the so-called “Club Fed,” C. Rich provides a vivid, eye-opening account of the people, policies, and politics that define incarceration in the United States. He shares stories of the diverse personalities he encountered—from mafia members and bank robbers to everyday individuals caught up in an unforgiving system. Each tale is both a critique of institutional practices and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

More than a prison memoir, “Up the River” delves into broader themes, including the business of incarceration, societal injustices, and the moral ambiguities of the justice system. Whether recounting surreal moments like inmates enduring endless reruns of Barney & Friends or reflecting on the stark inequities of sentencing, C. Rich’s narrative is as engaging as it is thought-provoking.

Perfect for readers of true crime, memoirs, or social commentary, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the human side of the prison experience and the systemic flaws in the American penal system.

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C. Rich

C. Rich is the voice behind America Speaks Ink, home to the America First Movement. As an author, poet, freelance ghostwriter, and blogger, C. Rich brings a “baked-in” perspective shaped by growing up on the streets and beaches of South Florida in the 1970s-1980s and brings a quintessential Generation-X point of view.

Rich’s writing journey began in 2008 with coverage of the Casey Anthony trial and has since evolved into a wide-ranging exploration of politics, culture, and the issues that define our times. Follow C. Rich’s writing odyssey here at America Speaks Ink and on Amazon with a four-book series on Donald Trump called “Trump Era: The MAGA Files” and many other books and subjects C. Rich is known to cover.

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