English Literature and Culture Journal JCRELC: Guidelines for Authors

English Literature and Culture Journal JCRELC (ISSN: XXXX-XXXX) welcomes contributions from researchers and professionals in the fields of literature and culture. To maintain high publication standards, we provide comprehensive submission guidelines to ensure authors prepare their research in accordance with our journal's policies.

Here we discuss the key steps and requirements for submitting articles, including formatting, ethical considerations, and the peer review process.

Basic Instructions for Authors:

• The research article must be original and contribute to the field of English literature, language, or cultural studies.
• It should not have been published previously in any journal, book, or online platform.
• Manuscripts should not be under review or submitted to another publication simultaneously.
• The article must be free from plagiarism and uphold academic integrity.
• Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
• All submissions should follow ethical publishing practices and the guidelines provided by JCRELC.

Important Dates:

• Frequency of Publication: Monthly online
• 1st Issue Published: 30th September 2025
• Publication: 1st of every month
• Last date for submission: 20th of every month
• Acknowledgment of submission: Instantly after submission
• Decision on research paper: Within 7 days of acknowledgment
• Last date for depositing publication fee: Within 3 working days after acceptance letter

Brief Guidelines for Authors:

• Articles must be submitted in Word format.
• Font: Times New Roman, size 10 (tables may use 8–10).
• Headings should be in bold.
• Abstract should not exceed 300 words.
• Article length: Up to 3000 words. Extra words may incur additional fees.
• Keywords: Up to 10.
• Tables: Maximum 5, in portrait mode.
• Figures: Maximum 5.
• References: Maximum 25, Vancouver style, with URLs where applicable.

Submission Information:

Research papers can be submitted via the submission link.

For status updates: Track your Article Status

For inquiries, contact us at: info@jcrelc.com, info.jcrelc@gmail.com

JCRELC publishes monthly issues, finalized on the last day of each month. Articles accepted after the 25th will be considered for the next issue. The journal started in 2025, with 12 issues per volume each year. Special issues may be announced by departments for specific topics.

Article Categories:

• Original Research: Articles written entirely by the authors with proper citations.
• Survey/Review Articles: Comprehensive reviews on specific topics.
• Fast Communications: Short, self-contained reports on ongoing research.
• Technical Notes: Research-related technical studies, notes, or theories with references.

Submission Guidelines for Authors:

Plagiarism Check:

• Work must be original.
• Plagiarism < 20% (including references) or < 5% (excluding references).
• Check with licensed software (Turnitin/iThenticate).

Quality Check:

• Articles must be result-oriented and within scope.
• Structure: Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, References.

Article Submission Limit:

Maximum 2 articles per author per issue. Additional submissions go to the next issue.

Review Process:

JCRELC follows a double-blind peer review. Both authors and reviewers remain anonymous. Articles are reviewed by at least two experts. Decisions are usually made within 5–7 days, but may take longer.

e-Copyright:

Authors must submit electronically signed copyright and registration forms after acceptance. Download Copyright form

Copyright:

After publication, the article becomes the property of the journal and publishing house.

Publication Fee:

JCRELC is open access, with article processing charges (APC). Authors may request free publication through documentation, but final approval lies with the editorial team. Check and Pay the fee.

Indexing:

The editorial team works continuously on indexing but provides no guarantees.

Article Writing Guidelines:

• Title Page: Title, author details, affiliations, emails, and contact numbers.
• Abstract: 150–450 words, italic font, no undefined abbreviations.
• Keywords: 5–10 for indexing.
• Formatting: A4 size, justified text, margins (Top/Bottom 2.54 cm, Left/Right 1.63 cm).
• Title: Times New Roman, size 18, bold, single spacing.

Headings:

• Main headings: Uppercase, centered, Roman numerals.
• Subheadings: Title case, left-aligned, decimal numbering.

Sections:

• Introduction: Objectives, background, and literature review.
• Methodology: Detailed explanation without repetition.
• Results: Clear and concise presentation.
• Discussion: Significance and implications of findings.
• Conclusion & Future Scope: Key takeaways and research opportunities.
• Appendices: If used, labeled A, B, etc., with separate numbering.
• Acknowledgments: Recognize contributors or funding bodies.
• References: Must match citations. Follow IEEE style.
• Permissions: Authors must obtain rights for any reused material.

Online Article Submission:

Submit your article via the Submit Article Link or email to info@jcrelc.com, info.jcrelc@gmail.com.

Final Proof of the Article:

The final version is sent to the corresponding author for proofreading before publication. Authors must return corrections by the deadline. If no response is received, the article will be published on the last date of the month. Major revisions are not allowed at this stage without prior approval.