A Nostalgic Look at the Virtual Literary Scene of Yore
Do you find yourself, at the end of the year, feeling quite Janus-like? Simultaneously reviewing the past while looking forward to the future? I certainly do.
Kate Jayroe
A Nostalgic Look at the Virtual Literary Scene of Yore
In addition to the off-kilter aesthetics and the incredible roster of badass writers, I was struck by just how dedicated and lo-fi Kitty Snacks appeared to be. We know that literary journals often come from a deep place of admiration and love, and to see this piece of literary past is akin to napping under a handmade quilt, hearing an old 45 as it spins, taking a sip of localized, antiquated soda.
A Note On miCRo Collaborations & Announcing the Winner of SmokeLong Quarterly’s March Micro Marathon, Judged by Us!
Collaborating on the editorial level brought me back to what this is all about: community. We’re gathering work that we want to celebrate with readers.
7 Minute Author Interview: Ananda Lima
An interview with author Ananda Lima, one of four writers participating in UC’s Fiction Festival
Narrative Tension in Fiction
The more I consider craft, the more I think we’re studying how to identify and harness wondrous paradoxes of creativity.
Fiction Craft and Film
Assistant Editor Kate Jayroe: Imagine that you’re writing a short story or novel. In drafting a scene, are you seeing your intentions play out much like a film? A miniseries? A prestige television show? Dramatic moments might appear in slow motion, a soundtrack might kick in at a pivotal moment, and a popular actor could …