Submission Guidelines

Submission Guidelines

Literary Voice invites original and unpublished submissions, including research papers, book reviews, and poems, that contribute to the fields of literature, literary criticism, linguistics, and English Language Teaching (ELT). To ensure a smooth submission process, authors are requested to adhere to the following guidelines:

Deadline for Submissions

- The deadline for submissions to the January edition is November 7. 

- Literary Voice reserves the right to close submissions early if the volume of submissions exceeds capacity. Early submissions are strongly encouraged to ensure timely consideration. 

Submission Process

  1. How to Submit:

   - Submissions must be sent as per Article Template, to [email protected]

   - The email must include the following: 

     - A declaration stating that the submission is original, unpublished, free from plagiarism, and not under consideration elsewhere. 

     - A statement confirming that the author has read and agreed to the journal’s submission guidelines and policies. 

  1. Formatting Requirements:

   - Manuscripts must adhere to the MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers (8th Edition). 

   - Non-English quotations must be accompanied by an English translation within the text (in parentheses). 

  1. File Format:

   - Submissions must be prepared in Microsoft Word (latest version) and saved in .doc or .docx format. 

Why Submit to Literary Voice?

- Global Visibility: Your work will be accessible to a worldwide audience, enhancing its impact and reach. 

- Open Access: All published articles are freely available under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0), promoting knowledge sharing and reuse. 

- Rigorous Peer Review: Submissions undergo a thorough peer review process to ensure academic rigor and quality. 

- Support for Emerging Scholars: Literary Voice provides a platform for new and diverse voices in literary studies. 

Important Notes

- Submissions that do not comply with the guidelines or are incomplete will not be considered for review. 

- Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of citations, translations, and adherence to ethical research practices. 

For any queries or additional information, please contact the editorial team at [email protected].