Manuscript Preparation
General Requirements
- Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise English
- Use Times New Roman, 12pt font with 1.5 line spacing
- All pages should be numbered consecutively
- Typical article length: 5,000-10,000 words (including references)
- Submit in PDF format for initial review
Title Page
The title page should include:
- Full title of the manuscript
- Author name(s) and affiliation(s)
- Corresponding author's email address
- Word count
Abstract & Keywords
- Abstract: 150-300 words summarizing the main argument and conclusions
- Keywords: 3-6 keywords for indexing purposes
Structure
While structure may vary by discipline, typical articles should include:
- Introduction: Background, context, and thesis statement
- Main Body: Development of argument with clear section headings
- Conclusion: Summary of findings and implications
- References: Complete bibliography
Citations & References
Cithara accepts manuscripts using either:
- Chicago Manual of Style (preferred for humanities)
- MLA Style
- APA Style (for social science submissions)
Please maintain consistency throughout your manuscript.
⚠️ Important: All sources must be properly cited. Plagiarism will result in immediate rejection.
Final Version Requirements
After acceptance, authors must submit a final version with:
- Margins: 3.5 cm on all sides (top, bottom, left, right)
- No page numbers in the final PDF (these will be added by the journal)
- No headers or footers
- PDF format (do not compress or password-protect)
- Maximum file size: 7MB
Submission Process
- Submit Online: Use our submission form to upload your manuscript
- Receive Confirmation: You'll receive login credentials via email
- Peer Review: Your paper undergoes rigorous peer review (7-21 days)
- Decision: You'll receive the review decision with detailed feedback
- Revision (if needed): Address reviewer comments
- Final Acceptance: Submit your final formatted version
- Publication: Your paper is published with DOI