Submissions Guidelines

The Journal of Narrative Studies and Literary Research (JNSLR) welcomes original scholarly manuscripts that contribute to the advancement of narrative studies, literary research, and interdisciplinary humanities. Authors are encouraged to ensure that their submissions align with the journal's aims, scope, and publication standards before submitting their manuscripts.

Types of Manuscripts

Manuscript Type Purpose
Original Research Articles Present original scholarly research.
Review Articles Critically synthesize existing research.
Theoretical Papers Develop or examine theoretical perspectives.
Conceptual Papers Introduce new concepts or frameworks.
Comparative Studies Compare texts, traditions, or cultures.
Methodological Studies Present innovative research approaches.
Critical Perspectives Address significant scholarly debates.
Scholarly Commentaries Discuss emerging developments.
Book and Media Reviews Evaluate relevant literary or scholarly works.

Submission Requirements

Be relevant to the journal's aims and scope.
Clearly state the research question or objective.
Demonstrate originality and scholarly value.
Engage with relevant academic literature.
Apply appropriate theoretical frameworks.
Use suitable research methodologies.
Make a meaningful academic contribution.
Follow the journal's formatting guidelines.
Provide accurate citations and references.
Comply with publication ethics.

Recommended Manuscript Structure

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Literature Review
6. Methodology
7. Conclusion
8. References
The manuscript structure may vary depending on the article type and research methodology.

Author Declaration

By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that:

  • The submitted manuscript is original.
  • The manuscript is not under consideration by another journal.
  • All sources have been properly cited.
  • All co-authors have approved the submission.
  • Any conflicts of interest have been disclosed.
  • The manuscript complies with ethical publishing standards.

Before a manuscript is sent for peer review, the editorial office may conduct preliminary checks for originality, plagiarism, formatting, completeness, and compliance with the journal's ethical and submission requirements.