Publishing a first article or monograph can be a daunting task. Where should I submit? How do I choose a publisher? How long does the process take? How does blind peer review work?
The Slavic Reference Service is here to offer support and guidance through the publishing process for graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and early career scholars. Our Publishing Consultation Service is available to Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies scholars year-round.
Are you thinking about submitting a journal article, but are unsure how the process works? We can provide guidance and information about:
- How to identify journals for your specific topic
- How the peer review process works
- Expectations for timelines from submission to decision to publication
- How to incorporate feedback from reviewers
- Scopus ratings, open access, and how to spot predatory journals
Are you working on a book manuscript? We can help:
- Identify presses that may be a good fit for your project
- Understand the key differences between a dissertation and a first monograph
- Get support with developing and refining your book proposal
- Explore timelines for book publishing and tenure considerations
- PhD students: Learn about what you can do now to prepare for writing a book later.
In addition to one-on-one consultations, we regularly offer online workshops related to publishing in REEES. Previous workshops have included: “Writing a Successful Book Proposal in REEES” and “From Dissertation to Manuscipt.”
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