Marek:
by: Ivan Hobson Ivan Hobson is an MFA graduate from San Francisco State University, who teaches English at Diablo Valley College. Along with teaching, he is also a multigenerational machinist who works … Continue Reading Marek:
Bird Courage
by: Will Reger Out in a Missouri beanfield working alongside the matriarchs of his clan, a 7-year old Will Reger discovered that “itch” rhymed with “bitch,” and mentioned this realization in passing … Continue Reading Bird Courage
THE END OF THE WORLD LIES INSIDE EARTH AND INSIDE YOU WO/MEN
by: Dante Novario Daniel de Culla is a writer, poet, painter and photographer. He’s member of the Spanish Writers Association, Earthly Writers International Caucus, Poets of the World, (IA) International Authors, Surrealism Art, … Continue Reading THE END OF THE WORLD LIES INSIDE EARTH AND INSIDE YOU WO/MEN
Sensory Diet
by: Dante Novario Dante Novario lives in Louisville, KY where he studied writing at Bellarmine University and works as a behavior technician with special needs individuals. His work has previously … Continue Reading Sensory Diet
Mask Musings
Take off that damn mask, a man says. He takes another step forward, having asked me a question and straining to hear. His speech is quick and loud, his body … Continue Reading Mask Musings
Granny’s Place by the River
by Jessica Evans Discount pine beams lumbered and nailed to create a fence and keep me safe. Don’t fall Marcus. We have this so you don’t get hurt, Granny reminds … Continue Reading Granny’s Place by the River
Villages
by David Rosenheim An executive coach and professional songwriter, David Rosenheim lives in a solar-powered house by the sea with his wife and two boys. The Weather Band, Hugh, and Winchester Revival have … Continue Reading Villages
Love Letter Workshop
“To send a letter is a good way to go somewhere without moving anything but your heart.” Phyllis Theroux This week, those of us at The River have the honor … Continue Reading Love Letter Workshop
Blue Collar
by Kathryn Lord Orion’s Belt hung low over Hare Cove in the inky pre-dawn sky. A full moon crept above the horizon. The sea was glossy calm. Diesel engines throbbed … Continue Reading Blue Collar
childhood
By Cordelia Hanemann Cordelia Hanemann is currently a practicing writer and artist in Raleigh, NC. A retired professor of English at Campbell University, she has published in numerous journals including Atlanta Review, Connecticut River … Continue Reading childhood
Dodger Blue
by C.W. Spooner Rafael Castroneves looked through the windshield at the mass of cars ahead of him. Would he reach the testing station while still alive? Or would they have … Continue Reading Dodger Blue
Doomscrolling in the Age of COVID
One morbid headline after another floods my newsfeed, a barrage of global panic and suffering at the touch of my fingertips. Regardless of the platform, it’s more of the same … Continue Reading Doomscrolling in the Age of COVID
Agnes
by Melissa Knopp, Horror Flash Fiction 1st Place Contest Winner Agnes’ dream had been loud. She opened her eyes to a sudden quiet, an abrupt stillness that made her fingers … Continue Reading Agnes
The Truth
by Colton Park, Horror Flash Fiction 2nd Place Contest Winner It may appear very strange, but what lay before you is an imminent destiny shared by those who frolic in … Continue Reading The Truth
Inevitable
by John Pich, Horror Flash Fiction 3rd Place Contest Winner You get a text early on in the night. It’s your buddy, Joe. “Zombies on Main St.” Yeah? It’s Halloween. … Continue Reading Inevitable
Horror Flash Fiction Contest Winners!
Those of us at The River would like to thank all of you who sent in your work for our fall contest. We enjoyed reading this round of competition immensely … Continue Reading Horror Flash Fiction Contest Winners!