Submission Checklist
Ensure Your Manuscript is Ready for Submission
Use this comprehensive checklist to verify that your manuscript meets all the requirements for submission to JCRELC. Completing this checklist will help ensure a smooth submission process and reduce the likelihood of delays.
The Journal of Creative Research in English Literature and Culture (JCRELC) has established clear requirements for manuscript submission. This checklist is designed to help authors prepare their manuscripts efficiently and ensure all necessary components are included before submission.
Before You Start
Before preparing your submission, confirm the following:
Scope & Fit
- Your manuscript falls within the journal's Aim and Scope
- Your research aligns with one or more Research Areas
- Your manuscript makes a significant contribution to the field
Author Guidelines
- You have reviewed the Author Guidelines thoroughly
- You understand the formatting and submission requirements
- You have prepared all required documents
Ethical Compliance
- You have reviewed the Publication Ethics policy
- All ethical requirements have been met
- You have obtained necessary ethics approvals
Co-author Coordination
- All co-authors have been informed of the submission
- All co-authors have approved the manuscript
- All co-authors have reviewed the final version
Manuscript Preparation
Manuscript File
- Manuscript is in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format
- File is anonymized for double-blind review
- No author names or affiliations appear in the manuscript body
- No self-citations that reveal author identity
- File name includes manuscript title or ID
Title Page (Separate File)
- Full title of the manuscript
- Running title (max 50 characters)
- All author names with affiliations
- ORCID IDs for all authors (recommended)
- Corresponding author contact details
- Funding information (if applicable)
Formatting Requirements
| Element | Requirement | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Font | Times New Roman, 12pt | |
| Spacing | Double-spaced throughout | |
| Margins | 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides | |
| Page Numbers | Bottom right corner | |
| Word Count | 4,000-8,000 words (Research Articles) | |
| Abstract | 200-300 words, structured | |
| Keywords | 4-6 keywords | |
| Citation Style | MLA 9th edition or APA 7th edition (consistent) | |
| References | Complete and formatted consistently | |
| Figures & Tables | Embedded or separate with captions |
Content Requirements
Required Sections
- Title (anonymized in manuscript)
- Abstract (200-300 words)
- Keywords (4-6)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Methodology / Theoretical Framework
- Analysis / Findings
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References / Works Cited
Additional Elements
- Data Availability Statement (if applicable)
- Acknowledgments (anonymized if needed)
- Conflict of Interest Statement
- Funding Statement (if applicable)
- Ethics Approval Statement (if applicable)
- Supplementary Materials (if applicable)
Ethical Compliance
Ethical Requirements
- Research involving human subjects: Ethics approval obtained
- Research involving human subjects: Informed consent obtained
- Research involving animals: Ethics approval obtained
- No plagiarism (checked with detection software)
- No duplicate publication or redundant submission
- All authors meet authorship criteria
Disclosures
- All conflicts of interest disclosed
- All funding sources acknowledged
- AI tools used in manuscript preparation disclosed
- Permission for third-party content obtained
- Copyright permissions secured
Submission Materials
Prepare the following materials for submission:
Required Documents
- Manuscript File: Anonymized (no author details)
- Title Page: With complete author information
- Cover Letter: Explaining significance and novelty
- Conflict of Interest Form: Signed by all authors
- Copyright Transfer Agreement: Signed (upon acceptance)
Optional Documents
- Supplementary Materials: Additional data, figures, or appendices
- Reviewer Suggestions: 2-3 potential reviewers
- Ethics Approval Certificate: If applicable
- Data Availability Statement: If applicable
Note: All documents should be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format. Ensure file names are descriptive (e.g., "Manuscript_Anonymized.docx", "Title_Page.docx").
Final Check
Before clicking the submit button, verify the following:
After Submission
Confirmation
You will receive a confirmation email with your manuscript ID
Initial Screening
Initial editorial screening takes 3-5 working days
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