Alina Stefanescu's book Stories to Read Aloud to Your Fetus is available now from Finishing Line Press. Her story "Dear Committee for the Socialization of Illegal Aliens," appeared in Split Lip's August issue.
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When I took over the Split Lip Twitter feed, I had no preconceived plan to make it a GIF-heavy space. I don’t typically use GIFs in my own social media accounts—in fact, I have very few friends who do. What can I say? I run with a wordy crowd. But when I started incorporating GIFs into the Split Lip feed, I noticed that those tweets seemed to be the most popular.
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The calendar might say November, but our October issue is still going strong. This week's Fightin' Words comes from featured memoir writer Kristie Robin Johnson. Be sure to read "Humanity at the Grovetown Nail Spa," and check out her single-word answers to our burning questions:
Read MoreIn the spirit of being open books, we held a Twitter chat with editor-in-chief Kaitlyn Andrews-Rice (and her two bowls of dinner -- bowl 1: pork tenderloin, sweet potato, broccoli; bowl 2: salad, honey mustard dressing). If you missed it (or if you just want a recap), here's what Kaitlyn had to say:
Read MoreWe are thrilled to share the results of our first-ever flash fiction contest, the Split Lip Summer Mixtape Contest. Judge Juan Martinez has made his selections and the winner is …
Read MoreMissing workshop? Need a fresh set of editorial eyes on a short story or memoir? Throughout the month of November, memoir editor Ray Shea will be offering feedback for up to 15 writers and fiction editor Katie M. Flynn will be offering feedback for up to 8 writers.
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In the legendary words of Tom Petty, the waiting is the hardest part. And you all have been terrifically patient as we've read your submissions for the Split Lip Summer Mixtape Flash Contest. We loved reading your work and seeing all the different ways that judge Juan Martinez's playlist inspired you.
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This month’s featured image comes from David Rodriguez, a photographer based in Spain. His photography pushes past the expected and asks you to look closer—both literally and metaphorically. Here, he talks more about his featured photograph, “Hush,” and and his artistic process.
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K.C. Mead-Brewer is this month's featured short story writer. Her story, "Pulling Out," is a perfect October read. Be sure to check it out -- extra lights optional -- and enjoy her spin on the single best word for:
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It's time for Ask the Editor with Kaitlyn Andrews-Rice! Join us for an hour-long Twitter chat with Kaitlyn on Tuesday, October 24 at 8:30 EST. In the spirit of transparency, Kaitlyn is eager to shed some light on the editorial process—and all things Split Lip.
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Listen Loud is a monthly rundown of music and music-related odds and ends from all corners of the internet. Feast your eyes (and ears) on this month’s list below.
Read MoreGetting inside the mind of a character can be exhausting or exhilarating. Sometimes it can be downright scary. Good writing takes us on detours, down unpaved driveways, and into the heart of the beast. And the best writing allows us to go outside ourselves without cat ears.
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Can't wait for our October issue? Neither can we! To tide you over, October's contributors offer some beautiful words about what they've been playing, listening to, and witnessing in the world:
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Our readers are a treasured part of the Split Lip FAM. They work hard and handle your words with the utmost thought and care, and we want you to know them! So, welcome to Meet the Reader, where we pull back the curtain and ask our poetry, fiction, and flash readers: what makes you say yes to a submission? First up is fiction reader Eric Rasmussen.
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