Where Great Stories Rise

Rad River Press was founded with a simple but powerful idea: that great stories deserve to rise—unfiltered, unforgettable, and accessible to all. The spark behind it? Dave Bechtel’s vision to create a publishing space where bold voices and beautiful books could flow freely into readers’ hands without gatekeeping or pretense.

We’re a small but spirited imprint backed by Outpost Capital, and we believe in championing original, art-forward storytelling. Whether it’s a whimsical picture book or a genre-bending debut novel, Rad River Press is where creativity finds its current.

Our mission is to make publishing feel less like a fortress and more like a river—open, alive, and always moving forward.