LIP SERVICE — Split Lip Magazine

Best of the Net Nominations 2026

We couldn’t be more thrilled to announce our nominees for Best of the Net 2026!

SLMOctober 3, 2025blog

Kimaya Diggs essay “Jump In” confronts the pain of grief and the pull to reinhabit her body. Here she shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMOctober 1, 2025blog, just one thing

Just One Thing with JR Fenn

JR Fenn’s story “Cassandra” focuses in on the powers at play in a tight-knit town. Here she shares just one thing about the piece:

SLMSeptember 29, 2025blog, just one thing

Hunger Comes From Eating: An Interview with Leah Korican by Evangeline Lim

When I first read Leah Korican’s memoir in Split Lip, “Nancy,” I was hooked. The voice was magnetic, the emotion was palpable, and it made me fall in love with this magazine.

SLMSeptember 23, 2025blog

Moments of Divine Inspiration: An Interview with Séamus Isaac Fey by Evangeline Lim

Séamus Isaac Fey (he/him) is a Trans writer from Chicagoland. Currently, he is the poetry editor at Hooligan Magazine and co-creative director at Rock Pocket Productions.

SLMSeptember 8, 2025blog

Pick Up Your Pencils: Split Lip Magazine Goes Back to School

Well Split Lip Magazine readers, it’s time to trade beach bags for backpacks as we get ready for Back-to-School season.

SLMSeptember 2, 2025blog

Recent Chapters: An Interview with Anne Rasmussen by Ella Schweizer

Split Lip Magazine’s co-fiction editor, Anne Rasmussen, has been a writer off and on since she was nine years old.

SLMAugust 26, 2025blog

Just One Thing with Amelia Valasek

Amelia Valasek’s story “Mud Season” points a magnifying glass on strange happenings disrupting life across a small town. Here she shares just one thing about the piece:

SLMAugust 20, 2025blog, just one thing

2025 Best of the Net Finalists!

We are proud to share that three of our talented contributors were named Best of the Net finalists for their work in Split Lip Magazine!

SLMAugust 18, 2025blog

Just One Thing with Ella Harrigan

Ella Harrigan’s “Mal à la Tête” is a visceral essay about the Headache Center (and all the pain that comes with a visit). Here she shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMJune 26, 2025blog, just one thing

The Fam Roundup: April and May 2025

Summer is here at last! It’s the perfect time to appreciate all the incredible publications and news from our SLM FAM

SLMJune 25, 2025blog

Splash into Summer with Split Lip

Happy summer, SLM readers! Here are a few gems from our archive that capture this season’s heat and heart.

SLMJune 23, 2025blog

Now Playing: June 2025

Our June 2025 edition of Now Playing spotlights everything from American country blues to Nosferatu to Danish cinema!

SLMJune 19, 2025blog

Just One Thing with Josh Denslow

Josh Denslow’s story “Going Peacefully” explores the way an item of clothing can open up a shivering longing. Here he shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMJune 13, 2025blog, just one thing

Just One Thing with John Jodzio

John Jodzio’s flash" “I’m Alive But I’m in Asheville” features lemon extract, air bags, a water park, and grief trying to find an exit. Here he shares just one thing about the piece.

SLMJune 12, 2025blog, just one thing