Instructions for Authors
Thank you for your interest in submitting your manuscript for publication. Please review these guidelines carefully before submission to ensure a smooth review process.
Submission Requirements
Manuscript Format:
- Submit in Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF format
- Double-spaced text, 12-point Times New Roman font
- 1-inch margins on all sides
- Pages numbered consecutively
- Include word count on title page
Required Documents:
- Complete manuscript
- Cover letter explaining the work’s significance
- Author biography (150 words maximum)
- Signed publication agreement
- High-resolution images/figures (if applicable)
Manuscript Structure
Title Page:
- Full title and subtitle
- Author name(s) and affiliations
- Contact information for corresponding author
- Word count and brief abstract (250 words maximum)
Main Text:
- Clear chapter/section headings
- Consistent formatting throughout
- Properly cited sources (Chicago, MLA, or APA style)
- Bibliography/references page
Content Guidelines
Acceptable Submissions:
- Original, unpublished work only
- Completed manuscripts (no partial submissions)
- Previously published work only if rights have reverted to author
- Translations (with proof of permission)
Length Requirements:
- Fiction: 50,000-100,000 words
- Non-fiction: 40,000-80,000 words
- Poetry collections: 48-100 pages
- Academic works: varies by subject
Rights and Permissions
Author Responsibilities:
- Ensure all content is original or properly licensed
- Obtain permissions for quoted material exceeding fair use
- Verify rights to all images, charts, or graphics
- Confirm no prior publication agreements conflict
Submission Process
How to Submit:
- Email complete package to: [email protected]
- Subject line: “Manuscript Submission – [Title]”
- Include all required documents as attachments
- Wait for confirmation receipt (within 48 hours)
Review Timeline:
- Initial review: 2-4 weeks
- Full review process: 8-12 weeks
- Author notification via email
- No simultaneous submissions to other publishers