Barely South Review, a literary magazine with a commitment to concise, resonant storytelling, opens its flash fiction category to writers working in the compressed form. The journal seeks pieces that demonstrate precision and narrative urgency, where every sentence carries weight. This call is for up to three flash pieces per submission, each under 1,000 words, with no submission fee. The review's editorial vision favors work that is structurally sound and emotionally immediate. While the guidelines emphasize standard manuscript formatting—12-point Times New Roman, double-spacing, one-inch margins, and indented paragraphs—the curatorial focus remains on the quality of the writing itself. The requirement to include word count on the first page and avoid nonstandard formatting suggests a preference for clean, readable prose that allows the language to speak without visual distraction. For writers, this opportunity offers a chance to place work in a respected literary venue that values the flash form as a serious artistic endeavor. The absence of a fee removes economic barriers, making the call accessible to a broad range of practitioners. The review's editorial team reads with an eye for craft, seeking pieces that linger beyond the final line.