English Literature and Culture Journal - Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of the Journal of Creative Research in English Literature & Culture (JCRELC). This page is designed to provide authors, reviewers, and readers with 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.

Frequently Asked Questions by Authors and Their Answers:

Ques. 1: What is JCRELC?

Ans. 1: The Journal of Creative Research in English Literature & Culture (JCRELC) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes original research in English literature, cultural studies, and interdisciplinary humanities.

Ques. 2: Who publishes JCRELC?

Ans. 2: JCRELC is published by the SPARC Institute of Technical Research.

Ques. 3: How often does JCRELC publish issues?

Ans. 3: The journal is published monthly (12 issues per year).

Ques. 4: Is JCRELC an open-access journal?

Ans. 4: Yes, all articles are freely accessible online, ensuring wide global readership and impact.

Ques. 5: Does JCRELC assign DOI numbers to articles?

Ans. 5: Yes, every published article is assigned a unique DOI for permanent identification and easy citation.

Ques. 6: How can I submit my manuscript to JCRELC?

Ans. 6: Authors can submit manuscripts through the Submit Article Link on our website or email submissions to info.jcrelc@gmail.com / info@jcrelc.com.

Ques. 7: What types of papers does JCRELC accept?

Ans. 7: We accept original research articles, review papers, critical essays, case studies, book reviews, and cultural analysis papers.

Ques. 8: Does JCRELC accept interdisciplinary research?

Ans. 8: Yes, we encourage interdisciplinary submissions that connect literature with history, sociology, media, psychology, philosophy, and the arts.

Ques. 9: In which language can I submit my paper?

Ans. 9: JCRELC accepts English language manuscripts only.

Ques. 10: Are there specific formatting guidelines?

Ans. 10: Yes, detailed Guidelines for Authors are available on our website. Submissions must follow these before peer review.

Ques. 11: Is there a word limit for articles?

Ans. 11: Research articles are generally 4,000–8,000 words, while shorter papers (essays, book reviews) may be 1,500–3,500 words.

Ques. 12: How do I know if my article has been received?

Ans. 12: You will receive an acknowledgment email once your manuscript is successfully submitted.

Ques. 13: How does the peer review process work?

Ans. 13: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review by at least two experts in the field.

Ques. 14: How long does the review process take?

Ans. 14: Typically, the review process takes 4–6 weeks, depending on reviewer availability.

Ques. 15: What happens if my article is asked for revision?

Ans. 15: Authors are invited to submit a revised version addressing reviewer feedback.

Ques. 16: Can my article be rejected?

Ans. 16: Yes. Articles that fail to meet academic standards, ethical guidelines, or originality requirements may be rejected.

Ques. 17: Will I get reviewer feedback if my paper is rejected?

Ans. 17: Yes, in most cases authors receive reviewer comments to help improve their work for future submissions.

Ques. 18: Does JCRELC charge publication fees?

Ans. 18: Yes, the journal follows an Article Processing Charge (APC) model. Details are provided on the website.

Ques. 19: Why does JCRELC charge APCs?

Ans. 19: APCs cover the costs of peer review, indexing, DOI assignment, editorial support, and maintaining open-access availability.

Ques. 20: Are there any waivers or discounts available?

Ans. 20: Yes, fee waivers or discounts may be available for students, researchers from developing countries, or special cases.

Ques. 21: Can I access articles for free?

Ans. 21: Yes. All published articles are freely accessible under the open-access policy.

Ques. 22: Is JCRELC indexed?

Ans. 22: Yes, the journal is committed to indexing in leading academic and research databases for maximum visibility.

Ques. 23: Does JCRELC have an Impact Factor?

Ans. 23: The journal is currently working towards recognition in major indexing services. Updates will be shared on the website.

Ques. 24: Will my published article be available on Google Scholar?

Ans. 24: Yes, all published papers are discoverable through Google Scholar and other academic databases.

Ques. 25: Does JCRELC check for plagiarism?

Ans. 25: Yes, every submission is checked using plagiarism detection tools before review.

Ques. 26: What is the plagiarism limit?

Ans. 26: Submissions must have less than 10–15% similarity (excluding references and quotations).

Ques. 27: What is JCRELC’s stance on duplicate publication?

Ans. 27: Duplicate submissions or previously published work are not accepted.

Ques. 28: Do I need to declare conflicts of interest?

Ans. 28: Yes, authors must declare any conflicts of interest related to their research.

Ques. 29: Can early-career researchers submit papers?

Ans. 29: Yes. JCRELC welcomes submissions from both emerging and established scholars.

Ques. 30: Can I publish a book review or cultural commentary?

Ans. 30: Yes. The journal publishes book reviews, cultural analyses, and creative scholarly commentaries alongside research articles.

Ques. 31: Can I submit more than one article at a time?

Ans. 31: Authors may submit multiple articles, but only one manuscript per issue will be considered for publication.

Ques. 32: Can readers comment on published articles?

Ans. 32: Yes, constructive academic discussions and comments are encouraged under the open-access model.

Ques. 33: Do you provide certificates of publication?

Ans. 33: Yes, authors receive a certificate of publication after their article is published.

Ques. 34: Can I request a hard copy of the journal?

Ans. 34: Yes, print copies may be available on request (with an additional charge).

Ques. 35: Does JCRELC collaborate with conferences or institutions?

Ans. 35: Yes, the journal collaborates with academic institutions, conferences, and seminars for special issues and proceedings.

Ques. 36: Can I join the editorial or reviewer board?

Ans. 36: Researchers and academicians may apply by submitting their CV and area of expertise to the editorial office.