The Citron Review positions itself as a venue for concise, resonant creative nonfiction, and this open call reflects that commitment. The journal accepts memoir, personal essay, and other forms of nonfiction that prioritize precision and emotional clarity within a constrained word count. With a window of 101 to 1,000 words, the editors signal an interest in work that is distilled rather than expansive—pieces that earn their space through craft and compression. This call is for the quarterly reading period, and submitters may send up to two creative nonfiction selections per quarter. Each selection must be attached as a separate document, a procedural detail that underscores the journal's attention to editorial order and respect for readers' time. There is no submission fee, aligning with The Citron Review's apparent ethos of accessibility. The journal does not offer monetary prizes or publication awards; the reward is publication itself, which for many writers in this genre is a meaningful credential and a chance to reach a discerning readership. A notable policy governs this call: The Citron Review will no longer publish creative nonfiction under pseudonyms. Accepted essays will be withdrawn if the author's identity is misrepresented. Writers who require a pseudonym for personal safety are invited to contact the journal directly. This stance reflects a curatorial vision that values authenticity and accountability in nonfiction, where the author's lived experience is often inseparable from the work. It also places the journal within a broader conversation about transparency in literary publishing.