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Open Access, Double-blind Peer-reviewed/referred / Refereed Journal: Peer-review is defined as “obtaining advice on individual manuscripts from reviewers’ expert in the field of publication.” The SPL Journal of Literary Hermeneutics is committed to the highest standards of reviewing all publishable materials—articles, review articles, reviews, interviews—that undergo a rigorous peer-reviewing process. Literary Hermeneutics follows a double-blind peer review system after an initial editorial review at the board level. The details of the peer-review process are given below:. Upon receiving a submission, the editorial board will scrutinise the work for its originality and rigour at the board level, and all author-identifying information will be removed for blind peer review. Experts in the field do all reviews. A review report is created on the following parameters: originality, coherence, communicability, argumentation, rigour, secondary research and innovation, and factual errors. Reviewers decide whether the work will be rejected, published or needs revision. They write a substantive review report justifying their decision. If the work needs revision or has citation error(s), the Chief Editors will contact the contributors with the report specifying a period for revision. On getting a revised copy, if the reviewers feel that the work needs to be revised again, then they may ask the contributors for another quick revision. When the work is ready for publication, it will be sent to the publishing team for final editing, proofreading and publication. Reviewers will have to disclose a conflict of interest, and it will be made sure that all reviewed articles are treated confidentially before their publication. Decision:. The decisions are notified to the contributors, usually within a month. If a writer intends to withdraw his article within the stipulated time, he must seek permission by sending an email/letter of declaration to the chief editor. For two or more authors, it is necessary to seek permission and approval from the authorial team. The journal follows a double-blind peer review system after an initial editorial review at the board level. Below are the details of the peer-review process:
Reference: Benefits of Open Access (Sources: SPARC, righttoresearch, Kingsley & Brown 2012)
Benefits of Open Access
Embracing open access, this journal swiftly shares its content, fostering a global exchange of knowledge. Committed to the principle of openness, this journal grants immediate public access to its research, promoting a worldwide dissemination of information. Rapidly accessible content underscores this journal's dedication to advancing global knowledge exchange. By providing immediate open access, this journal champions the free flow of research, enriching the global intellectual community. A staunch advocate for open knowledge, this journal empowers the public with unrestricted access to its content, fostering a broader dissemination of research worldwide.
Reference: Benefits of Open Access (Sources: SPARC, righttoresearch, Kingsley & Brown 2012)
Call for Papers
We warmly invite submissions to The SPL Journal of Literary Hermeneutics, a scholarly platform dedicated to advancing critical dialogue in literary studies and the humanities. The journal seeks original, unpublished research that offers fresh perspectives, strengthens theoretical engagement, and deepens our understanding of literature across diverse traditions, cultures, and intellectual contexts.
We particularly welcome contributions that engage with innovative methodologies, interdisciplinary approaches, and emerging areas of literary scholarship. Submissions should demonstrate rigorous research, conceptual clarity, and originality of thought, contributing meaningfully to contemporary academic discourse.
We look forward to your valuable contributions and to fostering a collaborative pursuit of literary knowledge, interpretation, and discovery.
Areas of Research / Literature Journal Subjects
The journal invites research contributions in a wide range of literary and interdisciplinary domains, including but not limited to:
Comparative Literature and World Literature (African, Asian, Latin American, European traditions)
Classical Literature (Greek, Roman, Sanskrit and other classical traditions)
British, American, and Indian Literature
East Asian (Chinese, Japanese, Korean), Russian, Eastern European, and Middle Eastern Literature
Postcolonial Literature and Decolonial Studies
Feminist, Gender, LGBTQ+, and Queer Theory in Literature
Modernist, Contemporary, Victorian, Romantic, Renaissance, Medieval, and Enlightenment Literature
Migration, Diaspora, Indigenous Literature, and Oral Traditions
African American, Caribbean, and Latin American LiteratureLiterary Theory and Criticism
Genre Studies (Poetry, Drama, Novel, Nonfiction)
Prose, Essay, and Narrative Studies
Children’s and Young Adult Literature
Fantasy, Science Fiction, Gothic, Horror, and Supernatural Literature
Detective Fiction, Crime Writing, Satire, and Humor StudiesEnvironmental Literature and Ecocriticism
War, Conflict, and Trauma Studies
Literature and Psychology, Philosophy, and Religion
Translation Studies and Adaptation Studies
Literary Aesthetics and Literary Linguistics
Literary and Cultural MemoryDigital Humanities and Textual Analysis
Popular Literature and Mass Media Studies
Avant-Garde and Experimental Literature
Graphic Novels and Comics Studies
Autobiography, Memoir, and Life WritingMythology, Folklore, and Fairy Tales
Migration and Exile Narratives
Literature and Film Studies
Disability Studies in Literature
Legal and Political Narratives
Narrative Theory and RhetoricPsychoanalysis and Literature
Cultural and Social Theory in Literature
Posthumanism and Science Studies
Literature of Revolution and Resistance
Ecofeminism and Environmental Justice
Queer Ecologies in Literature
Literature of the Anthropocene
Literature and Technology
The SPL Journal of Literary Hermeneutics
A Biannual International Journal of Independent Critical Thinking
Welcome to The SPL Journal of Literary Hermeneutics
The SPL Journal of Literary Hermeneutics is an Open Access, Double-blind Peer-reviewed/Refereed Journal. It is published in the months of January and July as Winter and Monsoon Editions. The journal aims at providing a better understanding of the polyphonic literary narratives. It aims to envisage the literary narratives not as an autonomous entity but as convergence where literary and extra-literary concerns interact and influence in subtle ways. The journal is, therefore, committed to recording the responses of readers, scholars, and academicians who approach a literary text as an interpretive dialogue across cultures, literatures, themes, concepts, and genres. The overall focus of the journal is on literary hermeneutics and independent critical thinking. The Journal aims to provide a forum for all like-minded scholars, researchers, academicians, independent critical thinkers, and creative writers globally.
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- Title: The SPL Journal of Literary Hermeneutics: A Biannual International Journal of Independent Critical Thinking
- Frequency: Biannual
- ISSN: 2583-1674
- Journal DOI prefox: https://doi.org/10.64846
- Publisher: Cavemark Publications Private Limited
- Chief Editor: Dr. Mohammad Tariq
- Starting Year: January 2021
- Indexing: ROAD
- Impact Factor: 3.951 (SJIF 2023)
- Open Access: Yes
- Subject: Literature
- Language: English
- Publication Format: Online
- Publishing Timeline: 12 Weeks
- Acceptance Rate: 35 %
- Use of AI: Not more than 10 %
- Phone No.: +91-9450297747
- Email ID: editor@literaryherm.org / literaryherm@gmail.com
- Mobile No.: +91-7007267681
- Website: www.literaryherm.org / www.cavemarkpublications.com
- Address: PN 6-7 Bhadurpur (Phool Bagh Colony), Kursi Road, Lucknow UP—226026 India
- Content-type: Academic/Scholarly/Peer-Reviewed/ Refereed Review
- Scope: The journal accepts unpublished works but is not limited to the following: Indian Literature in English, Pakistani English Literature, SAARC Literature, African American Literature, British Literature, American Literature, Art, Aesthetics, Myth, Culture, Folklore, Canadian Literature, Children’s Literature, Dalit Literature, Diaspora Studies, Disability Studies, Disaster Literature, English Language Teaching, Gender Studies, Postcolonial Literature, Tribal Literature, Commonwealth Literature, Comparative Literature, Cultural Studies, Cyber Literature, Linguistics, Science Fiction and Cultural Analysis and Translation Studies and Literature and theory of literature, women’s studies, world literature, etc.
- Policy: Double Blind Peer Review Policy, open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License
- Review Time: A fortnight.
Archiving Policy
Our journal ensures long-term digital preservation of published content through participation in recognized archiving programs:
LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe):
A LOCKSS license appears under About the Journal → Archiving: LOCKSS License. This enables LOCKSS to store and distribute journal content at participating libraries via a LOCKSS Publisher Manifest page.CLOCKSS (Controlled Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe):
A CLOCKSS license appears under About the Journal → Archiving: CLOCKSS License. This enables CLOCKSS to store and distribute journal content at participating libraries via a CLOCKSS Publisher Manifest page.Through these preservation systems, the journal guarantees that its published material will remain accessible to the scholarly community, even in the event of technical failure or discontinuation of the journal.
Statement on the Use of AI Tools
The SPL Journal of Literary Hermeneutics emphasizes originality, integrity, and transparency in scholarly work. We believe that human-authored contributions provide the strongest foundation for rigorous and innovative academic research in media and communication studies.
In alignment with these principles, the journal does not endorse or encourage the use of generative AI tools for preparing abstracts submitted for consideration. If an author opts to use such tools, they are required to disclose this in their submission. The disclosure must include:
- The name of the AI tool used.
- A description of how the tool was utilized in preparing the abstract.
- The rationale for using the tool.
Failure to provide this disclosure may affect the evaluation and acceptance of the submission. By adhering to these guidelines, we aim to uphold the standards of academic integrity and foster a culture of ethical research practices.
Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs)
The journal provides Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) for all the articles. A DOI is a globally recognized alphanumeric string assigned to a digital object, such as a journal article, to ensure persistent identification and permanent access on the internet. When a DOI is assigned, it will appear in the article metadata and citation information in the standardized format recommended by CrossRef. Authors who wish to have a DOI assigned to their publication should request the submission or production stage. Once assigned, the DOI will be visible on the article landing page and included in all references and indexing services, thereby enhancing the visibility, accessibility, and citability of the work.
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