University of Cincinnati

A literary journal for undergraduate students; we push to share the creative work of those that have previously been published, and those who have never been published. 

Short Vine is a literary journal at the University of Cincinnati dedicated to sharing creative works of all genres from undergraduate students. We were founded by Katie Hartsock in 2003. Our first edition came out in 2003 and is still published by undergraduates at UC today. While we originally started as a student-run organization, we are now run by the Creative Writing and Literary Publishing class at UC.

Because we value diversity and inclusion, we encourage authors of all backgrounds to submit to our journal. Any authors who identify and/or belong to historically marginalized and underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to submit. Whether you are an established writer or it’s your first time submitting to a journal, we would love to hear from you.

Short Vine Literary Journal

What endures in the face of change?

“Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacles, discouragements, and impossibilities: It is this, that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak.” - Thomas Carlyle

Consider how the idea of permanence and perseverance influences you, your art, and your community. We are open to all ideas that persist and persevere in a time of agitation and disorder when so many voices are silenced. We are looking for pieces that exemplify hope, whether that hope is violent, uplifting, or somewhere in between. What spark inside of you cannot be snuffed out? This theme is as encompassing as you want it to be. We would love to read your interpretations and inspirations. 

Questions to consider: 
What changes and what stays the same?
What is too loud to ignore?
What’s a fight you’ll continue to fight?
Where is hope too strong to die?
What does it mean to progress?

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