Approaching the studio and plein air work with nature Interview by Dennis Ray Accomplished artists throughout history, including Renoir, Leonardo da Vinci, Degas, and Cassatt, worked in more than one medium. Many had a passion for the luminance and versatility of pastel. Deborah Squier also has a penchant for pastelContinue Reading
Interview by Dennis Ray New York Times bestselling author Wiley Cash returns with a new novel, set in the Appalachian foothills of NC in 1929 and inspired by actual events. A chronicle of a single mother’s struggle for her rights in a textile mill, The Last Ballad is a movingContinue Reading
RAPID RIVER “SHORTS” SUBMISSION GUIDELINES AND GENRES – Updated 1/12/2017 Rapid River Magazine’s Short Story section is a web exclusive feature. Stories do not appear in the print edition. – RapidRiverMagazine.com is a family-friendly website, therefore certain written works with offensive or graphic content will not be considered for publication.Continue Reading
By James Cassara As they move into their 17th year as a fully fledged unit, the ever evolving entourage known as The Yonder Mountain String Band remains a paradox of sorts. On the one hand the band’s line up, which now includes guitarist Adam Aijala, banjoist Dave Johnston, BenContinue Reading
Spread the word: Peace by Carol Pearce Bjorlie, Rapid River Magazine Poetry Editor/Columnist – My new mantra, less is enough, consumes my world. My poetry has become “succinct.” Restore and Goodwill’s shelves are full of my burger belongings. I give away books. (Free libraries rejoice). Less IS enough. Consider aContinue Reading
