November 15 is just around the corner, and with it comes the launch of our November issue. You know what that means -- it's time for Now Playing. Our November contributors give you a sneak peek into what they've been watching, listening to, and experiencing, and what it might all mean.
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We’ve been so thrilled to feature the art of Claudia Griesbach-Martucci this past month. “Portrait of Veda” immediately grabbed our attention, and the literary quality of Claudia's paintings, as well as their richness in detail, rewards the viewer the longer they look. She talked to us about how the literary influences behind “Portrait of Veda” and how she approaches her work.
Read MoreMost days of the year, we're bringing you literary goodness. Today, we're bringing you our thanks for getting out and voting and some resources in case you encounter questions at the polls—all in one handy place.
Read MoreThe Split Lip FAM was all treats and no tricks in October! Catch up on some wonderful work and happy news, and don't forget to revisit our contributors' pieces in the archives (or in your print edition!).
Read MoreThroughout the month of November, we're giving back to some of our favorite organizations. We're offering expedited submissions in every genre, and 50% of the submission fees will support these groups. We'll also be offering feedback on short stories and flash fiction (full details below!) and donating 50% of the fees.
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In addition to a truly wonderful Elvis tribute, Scott shares with us just one thing about the inspiration behind the title character in “Amber Darling.”
Read MoreDeath, in polite society, comes wrapped in euphemisms, in cliches, in the kind of polite speech we engage in when we are talking about a thing that we are afraid is not a thing to be talked about. I hate that shit. Rebecca Kokitus is not afraid to tell us what death looks like, and she brings a poet's toolbox to the task so that we really see it.
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Our October issue is fresh from the literary oven, and coming in hot is Marvin Shackelford. Marvin is the author of this month's featured flash, "Trying To Put It Away." Here he shares with us some truly spectacular pups and just one thing about his flash, truth, and fiction.
Read MoreLately the internet has become increasingly agitated, and for good reason. The news is bad and our institutions are not going to save us. People are angry and the urge to yell is animalistic. But what happens if we let tweeting take the place of action?
Read MoreWe have a cure for your Monday coming on the 15th -- our October issue will be charging out in the world! And to get you ready, here's a sneak peek at two of our contributors and what they've been playing lately:
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We at Split Lip are big fans of Celina Timmerman, who produced the fantastic art for our September issue. We’re so thrilled that we’ve been able to share her work with you. Celina recently took the time to talk to us about her process, the series in which her featured piece “Just a Trim” appears, and how she views art.
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We've mentioned how excited we are to feature a collaborative short story from Kim Magowan and Michelle Ross in our September issue. (So excited!) Not only is "Amuse-bouches" a wonderful read, but it's a fantastic example of collaboration.
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Submissions are now open for the IRxSL Collaborative Folio! We are so excited to be partnering with Indiana Review on this venture, and we look forward to reading your work.
Read MoreThe FAM was busier than ever in September! Catch up with all the wonderful publications and amazing news from this past month, and revisit our contributors' work in the archives.
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We were so happy to welcome Michele Finn Johnson to the team this summer! As Assistant Fiction Editor, she works with Katie Flynn to bring amazing short stories right to your door. (Or, you know, screen.) Check out one of her latest stories, "Brittle Arms" in Necessary Fiction, and get to know her through our 19 Rounds.
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