After spending sleepless nights to complete the manuscript, every scholar would want to get his/her manuscript published in a high-impact journal rather than letting it gather dust on the shelf. Publishing manuscript represents the culmination of a scholar’s scientific activities and helps in entrenching a foot in the academic. Although the majority of scholars pen down a great manuscript in order to get it published in a reputed journal, the likelihood of a manuscript being accepted by a major journal is enhanced only if the manuscript is flawless and meets the criteria of the target journal.
Often scholars assume that a manuscript consisting of merely scientific concepts or terms is easily accepted by the publishers. But in reality, in addition scientific quality, clear & concise writing makes the difference between acceptance and rejection
In order to be one among those who make it to publication, you must make sure that your manuscript meets the journal criteria and has the potential to make a positive impression on journal editors as well as reviewers.
- Format your manuscript
Prior to submission of the manuscript, ensure that it is formatted as per journal specifications as mentioned on its website. If there isn’t any specific requirement listed, follow the standard formatting style and adhere to its text size, font, spacing, margins, headers, footers and page numbers. If you want to know the guidelines set by the high-impact journals, talk to consultants offering manuscript publication services.
- Develop a tailor made cover letter
You cannot submit the manuscript without a cover letter. Ensure that when you are submitting the cover letter do not include “To whom it may concern.” Instead address the person who will be reading your manuscript. Take time & research about the publishing company and show them that you know who they are, understand their requirements and how your manuscript provides them with the topic they are looking for.
- Ensure data accuracy
Data collection is a fundamental part of scientific research. Hence before the submission, go through the entire work, especially methodology section and make sure that your manuscript invariably includes data in the form of graphs, tables, figures, or other statistics.
- Learn the standard policies
Today, many publishing companies are giving a privilege for online submission of either directly through their website or via email. However, many others still prefer the traditional method of publishing. Hence it is important to know the policy your publishing company is following and the type of manuscript they publish.
In the competitive publication sphere, submitting an effective manuscript that will be accepted by the journal is a challenging task. However, seeking the help of a professionals providing manuscript publication services can help you accomplish your goal.
