Turn a Strong Proposal into a Published Collection
This page outlines how to submit a special issue proposal and how approved guest editors can manage manuscripts for their issue. JOD provides structured support to ensure quality, consistency, and timely publication.
Clear Steps
Editorial Support
Peer Review Integrity
Open Access Impact
Transparent Timelines
Global Reach
How to Submit a Special Issue
Step 1: Send a Proposal
Begin by emailing a special issue proposal that includes the theme, scope, guest editor details, and a tentative timeline. The editorial office reviews proposals for relevance, feasibility, and alignment with JOD standards.
Step 2: Receive Approval
Approved proposals move into planning. JOD confirms the editorial workflow, sets milestones, and provides guidance on reviewer selection and manuscript handling to maintain consistent quality.
Step 3: Submit Manuscripts
Once the special issue is approved, invited authors submit manuscripts through ManuscriptZone. Each submission follows the same ethical standards and peer review process as regular JOD articles.
What to Include
Submitting a clear, complete package helps the editorial team evaluate your proposal quickly.
Special Issue Milestones
Guest Editor Duties
Guest editors collaborate with the JOD editorial office to identify reviewers, manage timelines, and ensure ethical compliance. They are expected to uphold confidentiality, avoid conflicts of interest, and provide constructive guidance to authors.
Quality and Consistency
All manuscripts in a special issue must meet JOD standards for rigor, ethics, and reporting. The editorial team performs final checks to ensure consistency across the issue and alignment with the journal scope.
APC and Funding
Special issue manuscripts follow the same APC policy as regular submissions. The standard APC is billed only after acceptance. Authors should confirm funding support early to avoid delays once manuscripts are approved.
Communication Support
JOD can assist with communication templates and guidance for the call for papers. We encourage clear messaging about scope, timelines, and expectations to attract high quality contributions.
Review Timeline
Once manuscripts are submitted, most receive an initial decision within about 21 days. Guest editors and the JOD office coordinate reviewer feedback to keep the schedule on track while maintaining rigorous quality standards.
Author Experience
We aim for a professional and supportive review process. Clear communication, timely decisions, and consistent formatting standards help authors deliver strong contributions and ensure the special issue reads as a cohesive scholarly collection.
Special issues deliver focused insight when a topic deserves concentrated attention. JOD provides the editorial structure to make that impact lasting and credible.
Submit Your Special Issue
Email [email protected] with your proposal or questions. If your proposal is approved, manuscripts can be submitted through ManuscriptZone for review. Typical response time is within 1-2 business days.
