Information for Author
Information for Author
Maspul Journal of English Studies (MAJESTY)
This page provides essential guidance for authors who wish to submit manuscripts to MAJESTY. The journal publishes scholarly work in the broad field of English studies and expects submissions to meet standards of originality, academic rigor, ethical compliance, and clarity of scholarly contribution.
1. Requirements for Publication
Maspul Journal of English Studies (MAJESTY) publishes scholarly work that contributes to the development of knowledge and practice in the broad field of English studies. To be considered for publication, a manuscript should meet the following requirements:
- demonstrate academic rigor and engage relevant, up-to-date literature;
- show originality, novelty, or meaningful contribution through empirical research, conceptual development, critical analysis, or innovative practice;
- present ideas in a coherent, systematic, and well-organized manner in clear English;
- fit the journal’s focus and scope, including English language teaching, applied linguistics, linguistics, literature, translation, literacy, discourse studies, cultural studies, and related fields;
- follow the journal’s submission requirements, ethical policies, and formatting guidelines.
2. First Steps Before Submission
Before submitting a manuscript, authors are expected to complete several preliminary checks to ensure that the submission is appropriate for MAJESTY and ready for peer review.
- ✔ Review the journal’s focus and scope.
- ✔ Read the journal’s license, copyright, and ethical policies.
- ✔ Use the official journal template.
- ✔ Ensure the manuscript has been proofread carefully for grammar, clarity, and academic style.
- ✔ Where relevant, prepare supplementary materials or repository links to improve transparency and accessibility.
3. Types of Manuscripts Accepted
Original empirical or theoretical studies relevant to the journal’s scope.
Critical and systematic discussions of important issues, trends, theories, or bodies of literature.
Theoretical arguments, critical reflections, or scholarly perspectives in English studies.
Critical reviews of recently published scholarly books relevant to MAJESTY readership.
4. General Obligations for Authors
Authors are expected to uphold high standards of academic integrity, clarity, and responsibility throughout the preparation and submission of manuscripts. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- present an accurate, clear, and objective account of the research or scholarly work conducted;
- provide sufficient detail, explanation, and references to support understanding and evaluation;
- write concisely without reducing academic quality or completeness;
- ensure that the manuscript is written in English and is grammatically sound;
- acknowledge all relevant works, ideas, and sources accurately;
- avoid duplicate submission and redundant publication;
- list as authors only those who made significant scholarly contributions;
- disclose potential conflicts of interest;
- ensure originality and freedom from plagiarism;
- be prepared to correct or clarify significant errors when necessary.
5. Technical Requirements
- ✔ The manuscript must be written in English. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
- ✔ The manuscript must use the official journal template.
- ✔ The file must be prepared for blind peer review by removing all author-identifying information.
- ✔ The abstract should not exceed 250 words and must be followed by 3–5 keywords.
- ✔ Citation and referencing must follow APA Style, 7th edition.
- ✔ Tables, figures, appendices, and references should be included in a single manuscript file.
6. Recommended Manuscript Length
6,000–8,000 words
4,000–7,000 words
750–2,500 words
The word count includes the main text, abstract, references, tables, figures, and appendices.
7. Submission Statement
By submitting a manuscript to MAJESTY, authors confirm that:
- the manuscript is original and has not been published previously;
- the manuscript is not under consideration by another journal or publisher;
- all authors have approved the submission;
- the manuscript complies with the journal’s formatting, citation, and ethical requirements.
8. Final Reminder for Authors
Authors are strongly encouraged to read the complete Author Guidelines, Editorial Policies, Publication Ethics, and other related journal policies before submission. MAJESTY accepts manuscripts only through its official online system and expects all submissions to be carefully prepared for scholarly review.
Journal Website: Maspul Journal of English Studies (MAJESTY)