Journal Policies
Full Overview of JCRELC Editorial and Publishing Policies
The Journal of Creative Research in English Literature and Culture (JCRELC) has policies that cover the complete framework of publication ethics, peer review practices, author guidelines, copyright and editorial duties to safeguard the academic integrity of research.
The Journal of Creative Research in English Literature and Culture is committed to the highest standards of publication ethics and academic integrity. The policy framework is comprehensive, while privileging fairness, transparency, and quality in publishing. These policies protect the rights of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers, while supporting the requirements of integrity in published work.
Authors, reviewers, editorial board members, and readers are supposed to be conversant with these policies. Only adherence to the guidelines below will ensure continuity of excellence and the reputation created by JCRELC as a trusted platform for dissemination of research output.
Core Publication Policies
These core policies delineate the essential aspects of manuscript submission, review, and publication processes at JCRELC.
Peer Review Policy
A detailed policy examining our double-blind peer review process, including the choice and criteria for selection of reviewers, preparation and criteria for peer review, and adjudication process.
Read Full Policy →Plagiarism Policy
Policies regarding standards for original work, methods of reviewing for plagiarism, consequences for committing plagiarism, and citation and attribution standards.
Read Full Policy →Publication Ethics
Comprehensive set of ethics policies for authors, reviewers, and editors, in accordance with COPE guidelines. Conflicts of interest policies included.
Read Full Policy →Open Access Policy
Information on our open access publishing model, retention of copyright, Creative Commons licensing, and author rights.
Read Full Policy →Editorial and Board Policies
Policies that outline the responsibilities, roles, and expectations associated with membership on editorial boards, advisory boards, and as peer reviewers.
Editorial Board Policy
- Policies that outline editorial board member responsibilities, roles, duration of appointment, and editor expectations and responsibilities.
- Editorial independence and fairness in decision-making
- Conflict of interest management for editors
Reviewer Policies
- Reviewer selection criteria and responsibilities
- Confidentiality and objectivity requirements
- Reviewer benefits and recognition programs
Copyright and Licensing Policies
Policies that govern copyright, licenses, permissions, and reuse of published material.
Article Sharing Policy
Guidelines on sharing published articles via academic networks and institutional repositories.
Read Policy →Institutional Use Policy
Policies regarding institutional subscriptions, library access, and educational use of content.
Read Policy →Permissions Policy
Procedures for obtaining permission to reproduce content from JCRELC publications.
Read Policy →Licensing: All articles published in JCRELC are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) 4.0 International License, enabling maximum accessibility and impact for research.
Ethics and Integrity Policies
Policies that ensure ethical standards and academic integrity in research and publication.
Journal Ethics Policy
Comprehensive ethics policy covering all aspects of publication ethics.
Read Policy →Authorship Policy
Guidelines on authorship criteria, contributions, and responsibilities.
Read Policy →Confidentiality Policy
Guidelines on maintaining confidentiality in the review process.
Read Policy →Corrections & Retractions
Policy on making corrections, retractions, and expressions of concern.
Read Policy →Additional Policies
| Policy Area | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy Policy | Data protection and user privacy guidelines | View → |
| Cookie Policy | How we use cookies on our website | View → |
| Archiving Policy | Digital preservation and long-term access | View → |
| Advertisements Policy | Guidelines for advertisements in the journal | View → |
| Content Update Policy | Post-publication modifications and corrections | View → |
| Personal Use Policy | Guidelines for personal use of published content | View → |
| Patent and Consent Policy | Guidelines for patent disclosure and consent | View → |
| AI Policy | Guidelines on the use of AI in research and publication | View → |
| Accessibility Policy | Commitment to accessible content for all users | View → |
| Ethics Training | Training resources for publication ethics | View → |
| Board Member Policy | Policies for editorial board members | View → |
| Reviewer Benefits | Benefits and recognition for peer reviewers | View → |
| Reviewer Ethics | Ethical guidelines for peer reviewers | View → |
| Review Process | Overview of the review process | View → |
| Promote Article | How authors can promote their published articles | View → |
| Fee Waiver Request | Request for APC fee waivers and discounts | View → |
| Special Issues | Guidelines for special issues and thematic collections | View → |
| Copyright Licensing | Detailed copyright and licensing information | View → |
Publication Process
For detailed information about our publication workflow and article processing charges, please visit:
Updates to Policies
JCRELC periodically updates its policies to reflect evolving standards and best practices in academic publishing. All changes to our policy will be displayed on our website, and also communicated to our registered authors and reviewers.
If you have any questions about a specific policy, please reach out to the office at info@jcrelc.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Policy Questions?
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