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Finding a good fit faster Tips for writing query letters to LIS journals.

Authors :
Longmeier, Meris Mandernach
Fagan, Jody Condit
Source :
College & Research Libraries News. Jun2021, Vol. 82 Issue 6, p269-277. 4p.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

The article offers suggestions for writing a query letter as an informal email to the journal editor concerning the suitability of a manuscript for publication in a given journal. It mentions manuscript to multiple publications simultaneously is considered unprofessional and responses will come far more quickly than peer reviewer responses would. It also mentions journal submission portals may not provide an easy way to send comments to the editors.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00990086
Volume :
82
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
College & Research Libraries News
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
150806560
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5860/crln.82.6.269