Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

The Global Journal of English Language and Literary Research (GJELR) welcomes original, unpublished research in English language, literature, linguistics, cultural studies, translation studies, comparative literature, and interdisciplinary humanities. Manuscripts must not be under consideration elsewhere and should comply with international publication ethics.

Before submission, authors should ensure that:

  • The research is original and ethically conducted.
  • Sources are properly cited.
  • The manuscript follows the journal guidelines.
  • Necessary permissions have been obtained.
  • All authors approve the submitted version.

Manuscript Preparation

  • Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.docx).
  • Use 12-point Times New Roman with 1.5 line spacing.
  • Include an abstract (150–250 words) and 4–6 keywords.
  • Suggested sections: Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Findings, Discussion, and Conclusion.
  • Maximum length: 8,000 words.

Formatting Requirements

  • Include title, author details, affiliations, corresponding author, and ORCID (if available).
  • Write in clear American or British English consistently.
  • Number all pages consecutively.
  • Tables and figures should be clearly labelled and cited.

Reference Style

Authors should follow the APA referencing style. Include DOI where available, arrange references alphabetically, and ensure all in-text citations appear in the reference list.

Reference Format:
Author(s). (Year). Title of Article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), Pages. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Download the official manuscript template (MS Word) before submission.

Author Policy Links

  • Correction Policy
  • Copyright Policy
  • Open Access Policy
  • Plagiarism Policy
  • Article Processing Charges (APC)
  • Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics

GJELR follows the ethical guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors must ensure originality, avoid plagiarism or duplicate submissions, disclose conflicts of interest, obtain ethical approvals where required, and present accurate research findings. All manuscripts undergo similarity screening before peer review.

Review Process

The journal follows a double-blind peer review process in which both author and reviewer identities remain confidential. Manuscripts are evaluated for originality, academic quality, methodology, clarity, and relevance to the journal's scope.

Guidelines for Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive, and confidential evaluations that support high academic standards.

Before Accepting a Review

  • Accept reviews only within your expertise.
  • Complete reviews within the requested timeframe.
  • Declare any conflicts of interest.

Evaluation Criteria

  • Originality and contribution.
  • Relevance to the journal.
  • Research quality and organization.
  • Language clarity.

Assessment of Manuscript Sections

  • Title
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Methodology
  • Results / Findings
  • Discussion & Conclusion
  • Tables and Figures

Language and Clarity

Authors should submit manuscripts written in clear, professional English. They are responsible for language quality and grammatical accuracy before submission.

Reviewer Reports

Reviewer reports should include:

  • Summary of the manuscript.
  • Major revisions.
  • Minor comments.
  • Assessment of originality and significance.
  • Recommendations for improvement.

Editorial Decisions

Following peer review, the editor-in-chief may issue one of the following decisions:

  • Accept
  • Minor Revisions
  • Major Revisions
  • Reject

Ethical Standards and Conduct

  • Confidentiality: Review all manuscripts confidentially.
  • Objectivity: Base evaluations solely on academic merit.
  • Acknowledgment of Sources: Identify missing citations where appropriate.
  • Integrity: Do not use unpublished material for personal benefit.

All ethical concerns are managed in accordance with the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines to ensure fairness, transparency, and research integrity.