Pipe Wrench is an innovative online magazine that has redefined the concept of a traditional dinner party. Each quarterly issue of Pipe Wrench features a captivating longform story that acts as the centerpiece, surrounded by a constellation of other pieces that spark new conversations and ideas. From short fiction and playlists to personal essays, comics, and poems, Pipe Wrench offers a diverse range of content that is bound to captivate and inspire its readers.

But Pipe Wrench isn't just another online magazine. It stands apart by valuing its contributors and ensuring that they are paid fairly for their work. In partnership with the National Writers Union, Pipe Wrench creates industry-leading contracts, checks every fact meticulously, and strives to find a new path for independent publishing.

The magazine operates on a unique membership and masthead model, where those who can afford more subsidize those who can afford less, ensuring that their content remains accessible to all without a paywall. So why the name Pipe Wrench? It symbolizes the essence of Pipe Wrench's mission. Just like a real pipe wrench, the magazine aims to dismantle existing narratives and explore new perspectives.

It tightens things back up, making them stronger and allowing ideas to flow freely. Furthermore, the name pays homage to a memorable moment in the music video for A-ha's Take On Me, where an angry motorcycle sidecar racer wields an enormous pipe wrench. Embracing the spirit of critique, history, and new voices, Pipe Wrench aims to create a platform where conversations flourish and boundaries are pushed.

To learn more about Pipe Wrench, you can explore their principles, masthead, membership details, and archives on their website. Join this vibrant community and take part in their transformative literary journey