Our January 2026 edition of Now Playing features love letters, a novella, and a limited series, all from our contributors!
Read MoreEsmé Kaplan-Kinsey’s flash “Jellyfish” searches for a change of heart in the very darkest part of the ocean. Here, they share just one thing about the piece:
Read MoreLia Hagen’s memoir “What We Broke” reflects on a flooded memory—her first memory—and all that happens after. Here, she shares just one thing about the piece:
Read MoreGet ready, FAM! Split Lip Magazine is headed to AWP 2026!
Read MoreJoan Kwon Glass’ poem “mascot” explores the complexities patriotism, parades, and pigeons. Here, she shares just one thing about the piece.
Read MoreStephanie Meade Gresham’s story “Ten Times Sadie” examines an emotional period in a mother-daughter relationship. Here, she shares just one thing about the piece:
Read MoreWe are very proud to announce that Dante Fuoco will be included in the new Monarch Queer Literary Awards anthology, and Alex Bortell will be listed as a finalist!
Read MoreDerek Maiolo’s essay “Rescue” features tense family pressure, a biting Colorado winter, and inexplicably stray cattle. Here, he shares just one thing about the piece.
Read MoreWe are very proud to announce our nominees for Best Small Fictions 2026!
Read MoreThe Split Lip FAM has been busy this fall with an excellent batch of publications, awards, and news!
Read MoreReading for literary magazines is another form of resistance in a world that wants everything right now.
Read MoreOur November 2025 edition of Now Playing features reality cooking shows, rotating stacks of books, and curated playlists, all from our contributors!
Read MoreStephanie Isan’s “How to Make Non-Korean Kimchi” is a tender short story about you and your mother-in-law. Here, they share just one thing about the piece:
Read MoreIn our ongoing interview series, Bianca Sandoval chats with Daniel Garcia about being a library kid, poems and prose, the liberation of the braided essay, and how working the night shift makes writing possible.
Read MoreChloe Alberta’s flash “Renaissance” explores the widening gap between two friends. Here she shares just one thing about the piece.
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