TEXTRUM Proposing a Journal

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1 Publishing for Academics, Scientists, Professionals and Organizations Proposing a Journal providing knowledge to your needs

2 Proposing a Journal providing knowledge to your needs is dedicated to providing quality, affordable and timely journals to academics, scientists, practitioners and professionals. publishing for all Unlike traditional publishers, makes journal publishing achievable for all, from individual academics, scientists, and professionals to the largest learned societies and organizations and provides a significantly cheaper product for readers and customers. publishing quality demands the highest quality and integrity standards for its e-journals. Our desire is to publish journals to the highest scientific and ethical standards based on the Council of Science Editors (CSE) White Paper promoting integrity in scientific journal publications. For further information, see: licies/whitepaper/entire_whitepaper.pdf journal relevance Proposals for traditional, high-quality academic journals will be considered, but in addition, is keen to publish journals that: Convey new knowledge in innovative ways to new audiences Disseminate emerging multidisciplinary knowledge Provide cheaper, faster outlets for research in competitive areas Convey cutting-edge knowledge to professionals and practitioners Provide knowledge in a form that is valuable for teaching and learning Cover areas where demand for new knowledge is driven by social and political initiatives proposing a journal If you already have an idea for a journal, or, you wish to transfer the publication of an existing journal to then we request you submit a Journal Proposal Form. This allows us to assess the journal idea with the minimum of work and effort on your part.

3 working with Textrum Proposing a Journal Proposers must submit a CV, along with the names of those recruited to serve as Associate Editors, and those willing to act as members of the journal s advisory Editorial Board. These proposals must outline the aims and scope of the journal, the target audience, and indicate how the new journal will fill any gap in the market or be differentiated from existing journals. Proposals are sent out to at least two independent experts for their opinions before a decision is taken to publish a new journal. To reward innovation and scientific and academic excellence, Textrum provides successful editors with a generous annual honorarium based on their e-journal s net income from article downloads and subscription fees. All journal editors-in-chief sign contractual agreements and warranties affirming their understanding of their duties and their term of office. your role: As a proposing editor, you will: Strive to advance the reporting of knowledge in ways that ensure the highest standards of reliability, accessibility, transparency, and integrity Have responsibility, authority, accountability and editorial independence for the editorial content of your e-journal Conduct peer review of submitted manuscripts where appropriate and comply with the guidelines and procedures laid down by Ensure that peer review is undertaken by qualified specialists as necessary Ensure the fairness, timeliness, thoroughness, and civility of the peer-review editorial process Have full responsibility for editorial decisions on individual manuscripts Maintain the e-journal s internal integrity (e.g. correcting errors, clearly identifying and differentiating types of content, etc.) our commitment: Textrum will: Be responsible for financial and other management issues and business policies Recognize and accept the e-journal s scientific or professional integrity and objectivity and the editorial independence of the editor Confer with the editor about any political, commercial, or other incidents that could impair the scientific credibility of the publication Provide a complete step-by-step process to set-up and operate the journal Own copyright to all the journals it publishes and their content

4 Proposal Form (1 of 2) your details * Required fields Name* Address * address* Affiliation / company Job title* City* Telephone number* State / county* Fax number Country* Nature of your organization* Zip / post code* proposed journal details Proposed Journal Title * Aim and scope of the proposed Journal* What type of journal are you proposing (tick all that apply): * Traditional high quality academic journal Conveying new knowledge in innovative ways to new audiences Disseminating emerging multi-disciplinary knowledge Providing cheaper, faster outlets for research in competitive areas Conveying cutting-edge knowledge to professionals and practitioners Provide knowledge in a form that is valuable for teaching and learning Covering areas where demand for new knowledge is driven by social and political initiatives Other, please specify continue on next page

5 Proposal Form (2 of 2) About the journal: Describe the target audience for the proposed journal* List the competing journals in this field * How will the proposed journal fill any gap in the market or be differentiated from existing journals * Describe plans for promoting the journal and recruiting content About the journal organisation: Proposed Editor(s) in Chief List potential Associate Editors names, affiliation and addresses List potential Editorial Board members Provide the names, affiliations and addresses of at least two experts whom can approach to provide an opinion on the acceptability of this proposal Can Textrum contact the persons above about this proposal? Yes If your journal already exists and you wish to transfer publication to then please complete the following items: Briefly describe the publication history of the journal No Who currently holds the copyright on back content? Is back content available to be transferred to? Yes No please fax the completed form to