Submissions

Author Guidelines

We welcome submissions of original research articles and conceptual papers that contribute to the fields of literary studies. Before submitting your manuscript, please ensure that your work adheres to the following guidelines to facilitate the review and publication process.

General Requirements

1. Originality:
   • Manuscripts submitted to Magistra Andalusia must be original and must not have been previously published or under consideration for publication elsewhere.
   • The submitted articles must be free from plagiarism. All submissions will be screened using Turnitin, and manuscripts with a similarity index of 25% or higher will be rejected.
2. Types of Articles:
   • We accept research articles and conceptual papers. Research articles should present new findings or developments in literary studies, while conceptual papers should provide theoretical insights or innovative ideas in the field.
3. Length of Articles:
   • Manuscripts should be between 5,500 and 7,500 words, excluding the title, abstract, author details, and references.
   • Articles should be a minimum of 10-15 pages in length, formatted according to the specifications below.
4. Language:
   • Articles can be written in either English or Bahasa Indonesia.
   • The title and abstract must be provided in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Manuscript Formatting

1. Document Format:
   • Manuscripts must be prepared in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
   • Use Times New Roman, font size 11, and set the page margins to 3 cm on all sides. The text should be single-spaced.
2. Title:
   • The title of the article should be concise, informative, and written in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
   • The title in English should be no longer than 12 words, while the title in Bahasa Indonesia should be no longer than 15 words.
3. Author Information:
   • Directly below the title, include the full names of all authors.
   • Each author name should be accompanied by their institutional affiliation, and the corresponding authors contact details (including email) must be clearly indicated.
   • The corresponding author will be responsible for communication with the journal during the submission, review, and publication process.
4. Abstract and Keywords:
   • Each manuscript must include an abstract written in both English and Bahasa Indonesia (if the article is written in Bahasa Indonesia).
   • The abstract should be no more than 250 words and should summarize the key objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions of the study.
   • Provide 3-5 keywords at the end of the abstract in both languages to facilitate indexing and searchability.

Manuscript Structure

1. Introduction:
   • The introduction should provide background information on the research problem, a review of relevant literature (integrated, not in a separate section), and the objectives or hypothesis of the study.
   • The introduction should clearly explain the significance of the research and how it differs from previous studies on the same topic.
2. Methods:
   • The methods section should describe in detail how the research was conducted, including information on the research subjects/objects, data collection methods, and any instruments or tools used.
   • Do not include theoretical discussions or general concepts. Instead, provide practical details on how the research was implemented.
3. Results and Discussion:
   • This section should present the findings of the research clearly and logically, supported by appropriate evidence such as tables, figures, images, or maps.
   • The discussion should relate the results to the research objectives, interpret the significance of the findings, and compare them with existing literature.
   • All figures, tables, and other visual aids must be numbered sequentially and provided with clear titles. Ensure they are referenced appropriately in the text.
4. Conclusion:
   • The conclusion should summarize the key findings and their implications. This section may also provide recommendations for future research or practical applications based on the results.

Reference Style

1. Referencing:
   • All references must be cited in the text and listed at the end of the manuscript following the American Psychological Association (APA) style.
   • Authors must use reference management tools such as Mendeley or Zotero to format citations and bibliographies.
2. Primary and Recent References:
   • Wherever possible, use primary sources such as books, articles from peer-reviewed journals, or conference papers. References should be up-to-date and relevant to the topic.
   • Ensure that the references cited are distinguishable from the submitted manuscript both in terms of topic and specific issues.

Submission

1. Article Submission:
   • Submissions must be made through the journal online submission system (if applicable) or via the designated submission email provided on the journal website.
2. Template:
   • Authors are encouraged to use the journal article template, which can be downloaded here [provide link].
3. Submission Checklist:
   • Ensure that your manuscript complies with all the above requirements.
   • Ensure that you have included all required sections (title, abstract, keywords, introduction, methods, results, discussion, conclusion, and references).
   • Make sure to include contact details and affiliations for all authors, and check that the corresponding author is clearly indicated.
4. Revisions:
   • Authors are required to revise their manuscripts based on feedback from reviewers. The revised manuscript must be resubmitted within the specified time frame along with a detailed response to the reviewers' comments.

By adhering to these guidelines, authors will help ensure that the review and publication process proceeds efficiently and smoothly. Manuscripts that do not comply with these guidelines may be returned for revision or rejected. I