Nonfiction · Advocacy
Seeking representation
Silent Voices
Children, cult leadership, and the cost of silence. A call to hear what was never meant to be heard.
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Author · Advocate · Storyteller
Stories that confront silence. Journeys that refuse to be forgotten.
Richard A. Kiers writes across memoir, social commentary, advocacy, suspense, and historical fiction. Different worlds. One enduring concern: what happens when ordinary people face forces larger than themselves?
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The books
Ten books. Ten distinct worlds.
Each title has its own dedicated space for its story, development, news, excerpts, and availability.
Memoir · Reconciliation
Available now
Swindled by Faith
A personal account of faith, control, survival, and the difficult road toward reconciliation.
Historical Fiction · Adventure
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Forged by Destiny
Six young fishermen journey through ancient Persia toward Mount Ararat in search of a crown and a nation's future.
Suspense · Fiction
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Destined for Disillusion
A burning estate, a moonlit road, and a journey into the truth hidden behind appearances.
Social Commentary · Technology
Seeking representation
Blocked
How social media connects us, divides us, and quietly controls what we see.
Nonfiction · Freedom & Choice
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Freedom
Freedom is easy to take for granted when we have it, yet difficult to recognize when our choices have slowly been taken away.
History · Political Analysis
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The Demise of Nations
A nation is rarely conquered while it is strong. The Demise of Nations examines how nations weaken themselves from within and how citizens can recognize the warning signs before peaceful correction becomes impossible.
History · Civilization
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A Collection of Countries
A journey through how humanity organized, governed, and shaped our world, from early communities and ancient civilizations to the nations of today.
History · Dutch Emigration
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The Netherlands and the Great Exodus
1946–1960. Why Dutch families left their homeland, the lives they built overseas, and how their decisions shaped the generations that followed.
History · Dutch Emigration
In Progress
Great Ships: Extraordinary Journeys
The Vessels and People of the Dutch Exodus. A companion to The Netherlands and the Great Exodus: 1946–1960, exploring the ships and the journeys of the families they carried overseas.
Introduction coming soon
A moment in Amsterdam
My parents came from Holland. In this photograph, I’m sitting at the end of a street in Amsterdam, thinking about their lives there and what led so many Dutch people to leave for Canada, the United States, Australia, and elsewhere to begin again.
I found Holland and Amsterdam beautiful. Sitting there, I began considering a book about that history and the people behind it. It was a quiet moment that inspired me to continue writing.
About the author
Writing from lived experience, with an enduring curiosity about human courage.
Richard A. Kiers is a Canadian author whose work ranges from deeply personal nonfiction to sweeping historical adventure. His writing examines coercive authority, the silencing of children, belief, social influence, resilience, and the choices that shape a life.
As a survivor, advocate, podcast guest, and public speaker, Richard brings a clear and compassionate voice to difficult conversations while creating fiction rooted in suspense, history, and hope.
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The Bigger Conversation
A guest-driven podcast for curious people, difficult questions, and honest conversation. Explore the show or apply to join Richard for a video or audio-only interview.
Speaking & media
Voices that were never heard.
Richard speaks to community, religious, media, survivor, and public-policy audiences about coercive control, institutional silence, entrusted authority, and our responsibility to protect children.
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Podcasts & media
Conversations about survival, silence, and change.
Richard has shared his experience and advocacy with audiences in Canada, the United States, Australia, and around the world.
Podcast
Let's Talk About Sects
The Move
Richard joins host Sarah Steel for a documented examination of Sam Fife's Move of God and life inside its isolated communities.
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It Matters
Chat with Richard Kiers
A conversation with Yvette Dubel about Richard's childhood, personal freedom, reconciliation, and the story behind Swindled by Faith.
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Ants Talk
Cult Survivor: Richard Kiers Interview
An Australian interview about surviving The Move of God and finding the courage to tell the story.
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Crimes, Killers, Cults and Beer
CKCB Features EP 7: Interview with Richard Kiers
Richard expands on his experience inside The Move, his escape, and the reasons he wrote Swindled by Faith.
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Cultimatum
Swindled By Faith with Richard Kiers
Anonymous Andrew and Melody Post speak with Richard about coercive control, isolation, child labour, survival, and writing his memoir.
Play the free episode ↗Video podcast
Life After Religion
Having Escaped from the Destructive Cult The Move: Richard A. Kiers Shares His Story
Richard joins Dan and Angela Clark to discuss the abuse and coercive control he experienced and witnessed inside The Move, his eventual escape, and the story behind Swindled by Faith.
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The Divorcing Religion Podcast
Richard A. Kiers: Christian Cult Survivor
Richard joins host Janice Selbie to discuss growing up inside The Move, recognizing coercive control, leaving the community, rebuilding his identity, and writing Swindled by Faith.
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DisAllusioned
Swindled by Faith: Surviving the Move
Richard and host Ari Sherwood discuss authoritarian control, recovery, advocacy, vulnerable children, and the need for greater public awareness.
Listen on Apple Podcasts ↗Television documentary
People Magazine Investigates: Cults
“The Movement of God” · Season 2, Episode 5 · 2019
Richard appeared in this Investigation Discovery documentary examining Sam Fife, The Move of God, and the experiences of former members who survived the group.
News & appearances
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Connect with Richard
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