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Aug 143 min read

Call for Submissions

There is an apt saying, a quote even, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci that says, “Art is never finished, only abandoned.” It’s a catchy...

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Mar 32 min read

Poetry and Place: the In-Between Space in Which we Write about Home

Some of my favorite poems are about particular places that don't necessarily have historical meanings. Poets like Ted Kooser, James...

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Feb 141 min read

Love and the Written Word

I'm sure we can all remember when we were in high school and there was that certain person that we saw for the very first time and our...

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Jan 283 min read

How Poetry Can Develop a Better Personality

Poetry is not simply a cathartic method of introspection and sometimes therapy. It is a high art that is meant to compel us to think and...

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Jan 272 min read

Embarking on a Journey through Classic Literature

Classic literature holds a lasting appeal for generation after generation, providing readers with a deep and meaningful experience....

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Jan 132 min read

OUR ORIGINS: From Stage to Page

A Letter from Thomas Alexander, EIC of Red Clay Journal: The first poem I wrote, “Beneath the Oak,” I read at the Old South Gallery ten...

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Jan 64 min read

Embracing Diversity: Why Representation Matters in the Literary World

In the boundless world of literature, it's important to acknowledge that the voices we hear from, as well as the stories we read, shape...

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May 30, 20231 min read

Red Clay Journal's Inaugural High School Poetry Competition

We are excited to announce our very first high school poetry competition! First place prize is $300.00 Second place prize is $200.00...

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May 9, 20231 min read

Greetings and Welcome

We hope you are as excited as we are about this new literary endeavor for the Iredell County area. We are currently undergoing talks...