Richard D. Dykes is an independent author and retired professional truck driver with approximately 43 years of experience behind the wheel. Raised in southern Kentucky, he built a career that took him across America's highways, through mountain roads, winter storms, and countless miles of open road. Drawing on his own life experiences, Richard writes books about trucking, business, personal growth, music, and practical life skills. His goal is to share knowledge, preserve real-life stories, and inspire readers through honest, experience-based writing. It Was a Way of Life is his personal memoir, chronicling the people, places, challenges, and unforgettable moments that shaped his life in trucking. Visit Richard's online bookstore at: https://payhip.com/Rdykes2026