the scholars’ publication sourcebook: preparing academic manuscripts for journals in the humanities and social sciences

This book is a comprehensive guide for instructors and graduate students on preparing scholarly manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, theses, or dissertations in the humanities and social sciences.

Providing a toolbox of approaches to understand the structures around manuscript preparation, it offers an in-depth understanding of the different types of manuscripts and the nuanced approaches required. It illuminates each stage of the process, from the initial identification of a topic to the publication of the final article. It draws on the expertise of various contributors, including journal editors, editorial board members, peer reviewers, and research methods instructors. The book is a practical guide for all instructors and students seeking insight into the publishing process in high-impact journals. It draws from case studies across various fields such as sociology, psychology, political science, business studies, policy research, and public health.

The book will be of particular relevance to early-career scholars, graduate students, and instructors working with students preparing theses, dissertations, or journal articles. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding and navigating the complex world of academic publishing.

Seth Agbo is Associate Professor at Lakehead University, Ontario, Canada.