R. Anthony Harris

In 2005, I created RVA Magazine, and I'm still at the helm as its publisher. From day one, it’s been about pushing the “RVA” identity, celebrating the raw creativity and grit of this city. Along the way, we’ve hosted events, published stacks of issues, and, most importantly, connected with a hell of a lot of remarkable people who make this place what it is. Catch me at @majormajor____

stories by R. Anthony Harris

Sketchy Santas

Sketchy Santas

Ah, the time honored tradition of taking your child to see Santa Claus. A meaningful right of passage for every true blooded American childhood but I gotta ask is it for the children or the adults? Ah, the time honored tradition of taking your child to see Santa...

Just The Fright Job

Just The Fright Job

One of our regular contributors James Wayland has written a book and it is up on authonomy.com, which is owned by Harper Collins. At the end of the each month, the books constituting the top 5 stories will be reviewed by the publishing house. One of our regular...

The Last Lecture.

What would you do if you had one last lecture or piece of advice to give? In 2007, Professor Randy Pausch learned he had terminal cancer and had less than 6 months to live. He proceeded to give an uplifting and fun presentation about achieving your childhood dreams...

RVA is a weird and wild place.

RVA is a weird and wild place.

So many inspired people are doing amazing things in Richmond, VA and the rest of the world is taking notice. From major national media taking cues from our scene to bigger and badder ideas sprouting everyday, this city is becoming what everyone thought it could be...