We wanted to take a moment and reflect on the meaningful books, music, movies, and television that were created or that we experienced this year -- those moments of grace in a sometimes dark world.
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Our readers do so much work to keep Split Lip running, and we want you to get to know them! We've asked each of our poetry, fiction, and flash fiction readers: what makes you say yes to a submission? Poetry reader Charnell Peters weighs in.
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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 MoreOur November issue comes at a critical time where stories of sexual abuse, assault, and harassment are no longer whispered over the phone or typed in abbreviated text. This month we are speaking out.
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Our November issue will make its debut to the world tomorrow (11/15). Now Playing offers a sneak peek at the issue's contributors, what they're playing, and how it makes them feel:
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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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