Farrin Foster

To shine a spotlight on local literary magazines, Kill Your Darlings is showcasing the work of exciting publishers across the country. In this latest instalment, meet Splinter, a new publication based in Tarntanya/Adelaide. We chat with managing editor Farrin Foster, who shares an essay from the first issue. How did the magazine come about? The […]

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