Manuscript Upload Instructions

Submission Window:
Manuscripts can be uploaded anytime between 12 June and 29 June 2026.

All editorial evaluations will be returned by:

Friday, 7 August 2026

Important Guidelines

Writers should only upload once. Please submit your manuscript only when you are fully satisfied with your final version.

Manuscripts should follow the formatting guidelines below:

• Maximum 85,000 words (excluding synopsis)

• A synopsis must be included with your submission

• Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)

• Arial, 12 pt font, 1.5 line spacing

Please ensure that your manuscript does not exceed the 85,000-word limit. Submissions that exceed this limit may be returned and require revision before they can be assessed.

Editorial Evaluation

Each manuscript will receive an editorial evaluation of approximately 6 pages outlining the principal strengths of the work and the main issues identified within the manuscript.

No further feedback will be provided after this evaluation. Please ensure that you submit the manuscript you wish to have assessed, as revised versions cannot be accepted after submission.

Reminder

Please make sure your submission is complete and correctly formatted before uploading. Manuscripts that do not comply with the submission guidelines may be returned for correction before they can be assessed.