Submission Guidelines

At The Cartograph: An Interdisciplinary International Journal of Literature, Sustainability and Culture, we aim to make the submission process straightforward and comfortable for authors. We welcome thoughtful, well-prepared manuscripts that contribute to interdisciplinary academic conversations.

We would like to ask you to consider the following rules prior to turning in your work.

1. Scope and Relevance

The submissions ought to be in line with the interdisciplinary focus of the journal. We embrace such studies linking such areas as:

  • Literature and Cultural Studies
  • Sustainability and Environmental Humanities
  • Society, Identity, and Global Perspectives
  • Language, Discourse, and Interpretation

Papers that provide new information and valuable relationships within the fields are particularly welcome.

2. Types of Submissions

We welcome a variety of scholarly submissions, such as:

  • Research Articles
  • Review Papers
  • Conceptual and Theoretical Studies
  • Case-Based Analyses
  • Interdisciplinary Research Work

Every submission is to bring original and unpublished work.

3. Originality and Ethical Standards

Authors should make sure that:

  • The manuscript is original and has not been published elsewhere
  • The work is not under consideration by another journal
  • All sources are properly cited and acknowledged
  • Any form of plagiarism or unethical practice is strictly avoided

We value academic integrity and desire the same of our contributors.

4. Manuscript Preparation

Authors are recommended to adhere to these general guidelines in order to provide consistency and clarity:

  • The manuscript should be written in clear, academic English
  • Include a concise title, abstract, and relevant keywords
  • Use a consistent citation style (as specified by the journal)
  • Ensure proper formatting, headings, and structure
  • Figures, tables, and references should be clearly presented

Structured manuscripts assist in an easier reviewing process.

5. Submission Process

Manuscripts are submitted by the authors in the official submission system of the journal or through the given contact channel.

Once submitted:

  • A confirmation of submission will be shared
  • The manuscript will undergo initial screening
  • Suitable papers will be sent for peer review

Our goal is to ensure that authors are updated throughout the process.

6. Peer Review and Revision

Qualified reviewers review all eligible submissions. According to the reviewer comments:

  • Authors may be asked to revise their manuscript
  • Clear and constructive comments will be provided
  • Revised submissions should address all reviewer suggestions

This will aid in improving the research quality and clarity.

7. Final Acceptance and Publication

After acceptance of a manuscript:

  • An official acceptance will be sent to the authors.
  • The paper will be furthered to editing and formatting.
  • Final proofs can be sent to be reviewed prior to publication.

We make sure every article is written in a professional and polished manner.

8. Author Responsibility

The authors have the responsibility of:

  • The accuracy of the content and data presented
  • Proper acknowledgment of sources
  • Ensuring all co-authors have approved the submission

A Smooth Start to Your Publication Journey

We know that it may seem like a huge leap to submit a manuscript. We are bound to ensure that this journey is as transparent and supportive as possible and, at the same time, of high academic standards.