Between the Mangroves is a new anthology rooted in the landscapes, communities, and creative spirit of Southwest Florida, yet its scope extends beyond regional boundaries. Taking its name from the mangrove ecosystem—a habitat defined by its resilience against wind, water, and time—the publication seeks work that engages with place, change, and belonging. The inaugural edition centers on the theme of Erosion, a force that is both destructive and transformative, reshaping coastlines and lives while leaving evidence of time's passage. This call is open to short and flash fiction that interrogates the many valences of erosion, whether literal or metaphorical. As a no-fee opportunity, Between the Mangroves demonstrates a commitment to accessibility, inviting submissions without financial barrier. While the anthology is anchored in Southwest Florida's environmental and cultural realities, it remains open to diverse interpretations of the theme, encouraging writers to explore how erosion manifests in personal, communal, and ecological spheres. The selected works will form a collection that speaks to the vulnerability and strength inherent in facing forces beyond our control. The curatorial vision emphasizes literary quality and thematic resonance. This is not a call for genre fiction or promotional pieces, but for stories that grapple with the complexities of change, loss, and renewal. The editors seek narratives that are as nuanced and layered as the mangrove itself—stories that hold tension between resistance and surrender, memory and transformation. With no entry fee and a fixed deadline, the anthology positions itself as a serious venue for writers to contribute to a conversation about the environments we inhabit and the forces that shape us.