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RED CLAY JOURNAL
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Aug 14, 20243 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 3, 20242 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 14, 20241 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 28, 20243 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 27, 20242 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 13, 20242 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 6, 20244 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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redclayjournalsvl
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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redclayjournalsvl
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...
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