Editors of Issue 12.2
Lead Poetry Editor | Hope Perrault | she/her
Hello, my name is Hope! I am the Poetry Lead Editor for this issue of the Rappahannock Review. I am an English: Creative Writing Major and a graduating senior here at the University of Mary Washington. I am a fan of several genres of literature but I adore romance and the gothic. I love baking and am a feline enthusiast!
Favorite piece: “American Sonnet” by Savannah Cooper
Lead Fiction Editor | Michael Boehmcke | he/him
Hello readers! I’m Michael, a naturalist, explorer, and novelist. While I’m more likely to be scuba diving or hiking than working on my next book, I adore bringing a good story with me while I look for new ones to tell. I’ve always had a soft spot in my literary tastes for science-fiction and fantasy. For the moment, I live in the hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains with my three adorable dogs.
Favorite piece: “Train to Trastevere” by Jacob Strunk
Lead Nonfiction Editor | Asunta Ross | she/her
Hey, I’m Asunta! I’m an English major who loves a good thriller, a warm cinnamon roll, and a cat to sit with after a long day.
Favorite piece: “You Build It, We Burn It” by Andrea Avery
Art and Layout Editor | Julian Ramirez | he/him
Hey! I’m Julian, a Creative Writing major who adores film and music. Hopefully we run into each other so we can swap playlists and movie recommendations.
Favorite piece: “American Sonnet” by Savannah Cooper
Art and Layout Editor | Jamie Nees | she/her
Hey, I’m Jamie! I’m a Creative Writing major and almost-graduate of UMW, who had the honor of serving as the Fiction Art & Layout Editor this semester. I’m an enjoyer of fantasy, horror, and a good video game narrative. I’ll gladly vanish for over sixty hours to complete a storyline!
Favorite piece: “Tin Woman” by Shena Crane
Art and Layout Editor | Tyler Mackie | he/they
Hi everyone. I’m Tyler, one of the Nonfiction editors and the genre’s representative on the Art and Layout team. I’m a graduating senior majoring in English: Creative Writing. I have an immense passion for the art of storytelling and love meaningful stories that keep you thinking about their messages long after they’re done. My favorite genres are sci-fi and fantasy, and I have a particular fondness for comics/manga. I also enjoy gaming and playing TTRPGs, and have slowly (and I do mean SLOWLY) been trying to get better at drawing. Anyway, I hope you all get as much out of this issue as our whole team put into it.
Favorite piece: “The Breakfast Buffet” by Michelle Spinei
Poetry Copy Editor | Katie Kennedy | she/her
Hi, I’m Katie! I’m a junior majoring in Creative Writing and minoring in Environmental Sustainability. I love spending time outside and reading cheesy, tropey books. I hope to publish a book of my own one day!
Favorite piece: “Sitting Shiva” by Rachel Aviva Burns
Fiction Copy Editor | Juliette Brookman | she/they
Hi, I’m Juliette! I’m a Creative Writing major and junior at the University of Mary Washington. I love to write pretty much anything, as long as it satisfies my creative drive! I’m currently obsessed with apocalyptic fiction and experimental poetry collections. I’m a cat, Kirby, and pasta enthusiast!
Favorite piece: “Train to Trastevere” by Jacob Strunk
Nonfiction Copy Editor | Juliana Pacheco | she/her
Hey, my name is Juliana Pacheco! I’m an English Creative Writing major and Digital Studies minor. If I’m not on my laptop doing work, then I’m reading a physical book or reading on my phone! Either way I’m reading something… or playing games on my phone 🙂
Favorite piece: “You Build it, We Burn It” by Andrea Avery
Poetry Design Editor | Davy W. | they/them
Hello! My name is Davy, and I’m thrilled to be a part of the RR this semester. If I’m not reading poetry, you could probably find me with my headphones on and in a different world. Some of my favorites include Billy Idol, David Bowie, Talkings Heads, and The Smiths!
Favorite piece: “Fig Tree” by Cassady O’Reilly-Hahn
Fiction Design Editor | Elaina Johnson | she/her
Hey there! I’m Elaina. I’m a Creative Writing major planning to graduate this fall. I hope to get an MFA in Film Production post graduation. I’ve always loved the big screen and have dreamed of working on a set since I was in the womb. I mainly work on fiction projects and am currently writing a modern but Victorian inspired horror novel. I hope you will remember me when my name is in the credits of a future blockbuster! Fingers crossed. 🙂
Favorite piece: “Exoskeleton” by Jane Berg
Nonfiction Design Editor | Kyra Donlon | she/her
Hi hi!! I’m Kyra! I’m a sophomore English major with minors in digital studies and linguistics, and I collect words like they’re shiny rocks. I love traveling, playing Minecraft, and reading either high fantasy or silly little rom-coms… no in between. I am a sweet treat lover and bear enthusiast!!!
Favorite piece: “Beneath the Broken Arc” by Elina Kumra
Poetry Interviews Editor | Blaine Daniel | she/her
Hi, I’m Blaine, and I’m the Poetry Interviews Editor for version 12.2 of the RR! I’m a sophomore double majoring in Creative Writing and Communications & Digital Studies, and hope to be an author someday! In my free time I enjoy reading fiction, hanging out with friends, and taking walks. Thank you for taking the time to read this edition, I hope you enjoy!
Favorite piece: “Come over, this night” by Jayant Kashyap
Fiction Interviews Editor | Josh Rothenberg | he/him
Hello-hello! My name is Josh! I’m a Creative Writing major and a Disability Studies minor. When I’m not writing about cryptid superheroes or theological one-liners, I’ll typically be found reading genres from high fantasy to early church fathers, working out, and singing karaoke at the top of my lungs. I am an extrovert, so approach me at your own peril.
Favorite piece: “Tessearae” by Barbara Krasner
Nonfiction Interviews Editor | Heather Smith | they/them
Hello reader! My name is Heather, and I am so happy to be the Nonfiction Interview editor for this edition of the RR. When not writing fantasy novels, you can find me playing my new game obsession and hanging out with my loved ones 🙂 I hope you enjoy exploring this edition as much as I enjoyed being a part of this!
Favorite piece: “The Breakfast Buffet” by Michelle Spinei