Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Welcome to JCRELC FAQs
This page provides clear answers about our submission process, peer review, publication policies, fees, indexing, and ethical standards. It serves as a quick guide to ensure a smooth publishing experience.
General FAQs
The Journal of Creative Research in English Literature and Culture (JCRELC) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing scholarship in English literature, cultural studies, and interdisciplinary humanities research. The journal is published by the SPARC Institute of Technical Research.
JCRELC is published by the SPARC Institute of Technical Research, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. The institute provides robust infrastructure and administrative support that enables the journal to maintain high publication standards and operational efficiency.
JCRELC publishes 12 issues per year (monthly). Issues are released on a regular schedule to ensure timely dissemination of research.
Yes, JCRELC is a fully open-access journal. All articles are freely available to readers worldwide without subscription barriers under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) 4.0 International License.
Yes, every published article is assigned a unique DOI (Digital Object Identifier) for permanent identification and easy citation. JCRELC is a CrossRef member with the DOI prefix 10.25125.
JCRELC has the ISSN: 3108-0812.
Submission FAQs
You can submit your manuscript through our online submission portal at Submit Article. Please follow the Author Guidelines for formatting and preparation requirements.
JCRELC accepts a wide range of submissions including:
- Research Articles: Original research in English literature and cultural studies
- Review Articles: Comprehensive literature reviews
- Book Reviews: Critical reviews of recent publications
- Short Communications: Brief research findings
- Interdisciplinary Studies: Research bridging multiple disciplines
Yes, JCRELC strongly encourages interdisciplinary research that connects English literature with other disciplines such as history, philosophy, psychology, sociology, gender studies, and environmental humanities. Please visit our Aim and Scope page for detailed information.
All manuscripts must be submitted in English. Authors who are not native English speakers are encouraged to have their manuscripts professionally edited before submission.
Yes, JCRELC follows specific formatting guidelines. Please refer to our Author Guidelines for detailed instructions on formatting, citation styles (MLA or APA), and manuscript structure.
Research articles typically range from 4,000 to 8,000 words. Review articles may be longer. Book reviews are typically 1,000 to 2,000 words. Please refer to the Author Guidelines for specific requirements.
Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation email from the editorial office acknowledging receipt of your manuscript. This email will include your manuscript ID for future reference.
Peer Review FAQs
JCRELC uses a double-blind peer review process. This means:
- Author identities are hidden from reviewers
- Reviewer identities are hidden from authors
- Manuscripts are evaluated by at least two independent experts
- Reviews are based on originality, methodology, significance, and quality
- Editorial decisions are made based on reviewer recommendations
The initial editorial screening takes 3-5 working days. The peer review process typically takes 4-6 weeks. Final editorial decisions are usually communicated within 1-2 weeks after receiving reviewer reports.
If your article is asked for revision, you will receive detailed reviewer comments and editorial recommendations. You will be given a reasonable timeframe to submit your revised manuscript. The revised version will be reviewed again before a final decision is made.
Yes, articles may be rejected if they do not meet the journal's quality standards, scope, or methodological rigor. The editorial team provides constructive feedback to help authors improve their work for future submissions.
Yes, all authors receive detailed reviewer feedback regardless of the editorial decision. This feedback is intended to help authors improve their work for future submissions.
Publication Fees FAQs
Yes, JCRELC charges Article Processing Charges (APC) to cover the costs of publication services. However, no submission fees are charged. APCs are payable only after manuscript acceptance. Please visit our APC Information page for detailed pricing.
APCs cover the costs associated with publication services including:
- Peer review management
- Copyediting and proofreading
- Typesetting and formatting
- DOI registration
- Open access hosting and archiving
- Indexing and database submission
Yes, JCRELC offers full and partial waivers for:
- Researchers from low-income countries
- Early-career researchers
- Active reviewers
- Authors with financial hardship
Yes, as an open-access journal, all articles published in JCRELC are freely available to readers worldwide. You can read, download, and share articles without any subscription or access fees.
Indexing & Metrics FAQs
Yes, JCRELC is indexed in several major databases including:
- CrossRef (DOI registration)
- Google Scholar
- WorldCat
- Academic Databases
JCRELC is currently in the process of being indexed in major databases that provide impact factor metrics. While we await official impact factor assignment, our citation data shows strong scholarly impact with 156 total citations and an h-index of 8. Please visit our Citation Reports page for detailed metrics.
Yes, all articles published in JCRELC are indexed in Google Scholar, ensuring maximum visibility and discoverability of your research.
JCRELC is actively pursuing inclusion in Scopus and Web of Science. We are currently in the application and evaluation phase. Please visit our Abstracting Services page for updates on our indexing status.
Publication Ethics FAQs
Yes, all submissions are screened for plagiarism using professional plagiarism detection software. JCRELC follows strict policies to ensure the originality of published research. Please refer to our Plagiarism Policy for details.
JCRELC requires that plagiarism levels do not exceed 15% total. All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts with high similarity scores may be returned to authors or rejected. Please refer to our Plagiarism Policy for detailed information.
Duplicate publication is considered a serious ethical violation. JCRELC strictly prohibits the submission of manuscripts that have been previously published or are under consideration elsewhere. Authors must ensure their work is original and not submitted to multiple journals simultaneously.
Yes, all authors are required to declare any potential conflicts of interest at the time of submission. This includes financial, personal, professional, or academic relationships that could influence the work. Please refer to our Conflict of Interest Policy for details.
Yes, JCRELC welcomes submissions from early-career researchers. We provide constructive feedback and guidance to help early-career researchers improve their work and navigate the publication process.
Reviewer FAQs
Yes, qualified scholars and researchers are invited to join our editorial and reviewer boards. Please send your CV and areas of expertise to info@jcrelc.com with the subject line "Reviewer Application" or "Editorial Board Application". Visit our Become a Reviewer page for more information.
Reviewers receive:
- Official reviewer certificates
- APC discounts for their own publications
- Recognition on the reviewer board
- Consideration for Outstanding Reviewer Awards
- Professional development opportunities
No. Reviewers must not upload manuscripts to any AI tool as this violates confidentiality. All reviews must be the intellectual work of the reviewer. Please refer to our AI Policy for complete guidelines.
Additional FAQs
Yes, JCRELC welcomes book reviews and cultural commentaries that engage with significant works in English literature and cultural studies. Please contact the editorial office for guidelines on book review submissions.
Yes, authors may submit multiple articles, but each submission must be independent and not overlap significantly in content. Each manuscript will be reviewed on its own merit.
Yes, JCRELC encourages scholarly discussion and welcomes comments on published articles. Readers can contact the editorial office to submit responses or letters to the editor, which may be considered for publication.
Yes, JCRELC provides certificates of publication to all authors upon request. Certificates can be used for academic and professional purposes.
JCRELC is primarily an online open-access journal. However, limited hard copies may be available upon request. Please contact the editorial office for availability and cost.
Yes, JCRELC actively collaborates with academic conferences and institutions to publish special issues and promote research dissemination. Please contact the editorial office for collaboration opportunities.
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