If you're joining us reading The Snows of Kilimanjaro, I found an audio version for those that prefer. substack.com/profile/1995...

Very excited! I'm starting a short fiction discussion group called Short Conversations. I'm looking at a variety of genres. We're going to talk about what works, what doesn't, and try to unravel the magic. Hope you'll join us ;) kristensimental.substack.com/p/introducin...

Hello everyone. Long time no talk. I'm cooking up something nifty over at my Substack and will announce tomorrow. Stay tuned. kristensimental.substack.com

An audio note from the editor on the state of things in Los Angeles. Free submissions for SoCal residents. open.substack.com/pub/fivesout...

It was after her cataract surgery, so I couldn’t pretend her vision was clouded.  My Inheritance by Nadja Maril https://fivesouth.net/my-inheritance-by-nadja-maril/ #poetry #poemaday #poetrycommunity

We're looking for sharp, detail-oriented readers to join Five South. If you have a passion for literature and an eye for great writing, this is your chance to be part of our editorial team. Apply today! #JobOpening #LiteraryJobs #Publishing

Grandma knows about science. https://buff.ly/3WHsMb1 #poetry #amreading #writingcommunity

When she isn’t careful, Nadia’s feet unhinge from the ground. Rising vs. Nadia by Cadence Mandybura fivesouth.net/rising-vs-na... #flashfiction

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New @fivesouth.bsky.social interview with @tommydeanwriter.bsky.social www.fivesouth.net/post/the-lin... #flash

Brilliant new work from @jenniferfliss.bsky.social!! "Of Stolen Objects & Places" is live today at @fivesouth.bsky.social. This story digs deep and hits hard. It will take you from laughter, through darkness, and into the light of hope. www.fivesouth.net/post/of-stol...

We are currently reading and selecting our Bests of the Net nominations. Also, eating toast.