Dear Writers and Contributors, Thank you for your overwhelming response and the incredible flood of submissions we've received recently. Your enthusiasm for Apalachee Review has been truly inspiring. Due to the high volume of submissions and our current staffing constraints (as our dedicated team balances full-time jobs alongside their commitments to the journal), we find it necessary to temporarily close submissions. This decision will allow us to give each submission the time and attention it deserves. Rest assured, our team is hard at work diligently reviewing the submissions already received. We deeply appreciate your patience during this process. We understand the anticipation that comes with submitting your work, and we want to express our gratitude for your understanding as we navigate this exciting and challenging period. Please keep an eye on our website and social media channels for updates regarding the reopening of submissions. We look forward to continuing our literary journey with you. Thank you for being part of the Apalachee Review community.