Calendula Review: A Journal of Narrative Medicine is a literary magazine dedicated to exploring the intersections of health, illness, healing, and the human condition through narrative. The journal provides a platform for writers who engage with medical and bodily experiences, offering a space where literature and medicine converge. By publishing fiction, poetry, and nonfiction, the review fosters a nuanced understanding of the patient, caregiver, and practitioner perspectives, emphasizing the power of story in clinical and personal contexts. The journal seeks work that illuminates the complexities of illness, recovery, disability, caregiving, and the ethical dimensions of medical practice. It values authenticity, emotional depth, and literary craftsmanship, welcoming submissions that challenge conventional narratives and offer fresh insights into the human body and mind. While the review does not specify a fee or prize, its commitment to narrative medicine positions it as a vital venue for writers exploring these themes. Submissions are open to all writers, regardless of career stage, who are attuned to the journal's mission. The editorial team looks for pieces that resonate with the lived experiences of health and illness, prioritizing voices that are often marginalized in traditional medical discourse. By publishing such work, Calendula Review contributes to a broader cultural conversation about empathy, resilience, and the stories that shape our understanding of care.