River Heron Review

River Heron Review is an online literary journal founded in 2018 by a collective of poets and educators committed to publishing work that engages with the natural world and the human experience. The journal takes its name from the heron, a creature that embodies patience, precision, and grace—qualities the editors seek in the poetry they publish. With a focus on contemporary poetry, River Heron Review has become a home for voices that are both lyrical and accessible, often exploring themes of ecology, memory, and place. The journal publishes two issues per year and maintains a strong presence in the literary community through its annual poetry prize and nominations for national awards.