We’re so excited to announce that we’re releasing a second volume of Selected Memories in March.
In 2026, Hippocampus Magazine celebrates 15 years of publishing creative nonfiction. Since our first issue, we’ve been proud to amplify so many voices, so many truths. These scores of writers — and hundreds of personal essays and flash pieces — have captured the hearts of readers and garnered attention throughout the literary world and beyond. Many of our past contributors are now published memoirists, essayists, and novelists. Others lead literary magazines and organizations. We’re honored to be part of their creative journeys.
In 2016, we published Selected Memories, an anthology commemorating our first five years; we’re an online journal, but we wanted something special — tangible — to mark that milestone. Now, a decade later, comes a second print volume. This brilliant essay collection shines a light on some of our favorite work from the past 10 years — and features 30+ writers who explore the depths of the human experience.
These “selected memories” were chosen by members of our editorial team: Donna Talarico, Rae Pagliarulo, Steph Auteri, Wendy Fontaine, and Jenn Hall.
How & When to Get It: Pre-Orders Are Open!
As you know, pre-orders help indie presses immensely; they give us an idea of demand and, more important, help fund the initial printing. Your pre-order helps make the launch possible.
While the book will ship after it’s official release date of March 10, we’re hosting a launch party at AWP 2026 in Baltimore. Books will be available there, as well as at our booth at the Book Fair during the entirety of the conference. If you pre-order Selected Memories Vol. 2 and will also be at AWP, you can pick up there; you’ll see a free pick-up option at the checkout.
Stay tuned for details of our official launch party!
