Patrick Rapa

1 week ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

Q&A Philly YA Horror Author Adam Cesare on Turning Clown in a Cornfield Into a Slasher Hit The Philly-based author talks about the adaptation of his hit novel, the true terror of teaching, and how Clive Barker saved his career.

2 weeks ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

The Best Philadelphia-Area Bookstores for When You Need a Really Good Read Love the smell of a dusty old tome? Looking for a page-turning best seller? Check out these new, used and independent shops. Get our weekly picks of what to do this weekend and the latest on Philly's arts and entertainment scene.

4 weeks ago | xpn.org | Patrick Rapa

Lucy Dacus | photo by Paige Walter for WXPNConcert ReviewsThe indie singer-songwriter fave ran the show and commanded the crowd, not just with singing and songwriting chops, but with a personal, humble approach to showmanship. In a haze of smoke and a blaze floodlights, Lucy Dacus walked out to the microphone at center stage to a frenzy of applause. For real, it was impressively, decidedly electric in The Met Wednesday night. All who could stand were standing.

1 month ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News Polling the Polls: Who’s Predicting Greatness for the Phillies This Season, and Who Is Wrong and Stupid? Go Phils! We check in on projections around the league for Opening Day. Plus, the Flyers fire their head coach, the Portal is back, and a poodle is missing.

1 month ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News A Conshy Company Wants You to Sleep Your Way Across the USA It sounds like a cool idea. It also sounds a little bit horny. Plus, more on the ill-fated Portal saga.