LIP SERVICE — Split Lip Magazine

Just One Thing with Lem Dubon

Lem Dubon’s artwork “Limbo” provides a haunting poignance through intricate flowing lines. Here they share just one thing about the piece.

SLMMay 4, 2023blog, just one thing

On Astronauts and Music: An Interview with Rebecca Orchard by Tina Zhu

This month’s Split Lip FAM interview is with contributor Rebecca Orchard. Tina Zhu chatted with Rebecca over Zoom about the writing process, grief, aliens, and more.

SLMMay 2, 2023blog, fam interview

The Fam Roundup: March 2023

The #SplitLipFAM is kicking off the spring season in style! Check out all these amazing accomplishments from our contributors and staff.

SLMApril 30, 2023blog

Just One Thing with Nick Mandernach

Nick Mandernach’s story “Where the Coyotes Were Coming From” sparks with tension and dark humor, the Croc-wearing narrator trying to find his way through troubles in his job, his marriage, and his neighborhood. Here he shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMApril 27, 2023blog, just one thing

2023 Best New Poets Nominations!

We're thrilled to announce our nominations for BEST NEW POETS this year! Congratulations and good luck SG Huerta & Janelle Tan!

SLMApril 20, 2023blog

Just One Thing with Andy Lopez

Andy Lopez’s flash “How Filipino of Us” uses a vibrant collage of images to give us a moment of transition between cultures, showing us the leaving and the left. Here they share just one thing about the piece.

SLMApril 20, 2023blog, just one thing

Now Playing: April 2023

Our April edition of Now Playing features catchy metal, music that inspires emotion and nostalgia, and hats, all from our contributors!

SLMApril 17, 2023blog, now playing

Just One Thing with Emily Myles

Emily Myles’ flash “Volunteers” is quietly beautiful, and yet full of unexpected turns, like the night of vegetable thievery it follows. Here they share just one thing about the piece.

SLMMarch 30, 2023blog, just one thing

The Fam Roundup: February 2023

What a fabulous month for our Split Lip Fam! Join us in celebrating what they’ve been up to.

SLMMarch 29, 2023blog

Just One Thing with Theresa Pisani

Theresa Pisani’s artwork “A Summer Night at the Palace” lends the issue a particular quality of light, depth, and intrigue. Here she shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMMarch 28, 2023blog, just one thing

Just One Thing with Geetha Iyer

Geetha Iyer’s essay “Money” gives us a shining glimpse into her grandmother while examining what it means to create a written portrait . Here she shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMMarch 21, 2023blog, just one thing

Now Playing: March 2023

Our March edition of Now Playing features misheard lyrics, film noir, and ambient writing jams, all from our contributors!

SLMMarch 15, 2023blog, now playing

Just One Thing with Veronica Winters

Veronica Winters’ artwork “Child of Love” brings surreal, celestial beauty and kind energy to our February issue. Here she shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMMarch 9, 2023blog, just one thing

On Going, On Staying, On Cheese Cubes: An Interview of Dina L. Relles by Christina Berke

In our ongoing interview series, Christina Berke spoke with Dina L. Relles over the actual telephone about love letters, lawyers, and R.E.M.

SLMMarch 7, 2023blog, tenth anniversary

Just One Thing with Joy Guo

Joy Guo’s story “Tiny Oily Halos” takes us on walks with two women, examining the electric space between sharing and withholding. Here she shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMMarch 6, 2023blog, just one thing