Advanced Studies in Linguistics, Translation and Literature (ASLTL) welcomes original, previously unpublished scholarship that advances theoretical and applied knowledge in linguistics, translation studies, and literary studies. These guidelines explain how a manuscript should be prepared before it is submitted through the journal's online system.

Manuscript Types

•     Original Research Articles: full-length empirical or theoretical studies (typically 5,000–10,000 words, including references).

•     Review Articles: critical, synthetic reviews of a body of literature or a research strand (typically 4,000–8,000 words).

•     Short Research Notes / Reports: preliminary findings, replication studies, or focused discussions (typically 2,000–4,000 words).

•     Book Reviews: critical evaluations of recently published books relevant to the journal's scope (typically 1,000–2,000 words).

 Scope

Manuscripts should fall within one or more of the journal's core areas: theoretical and applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, discourse analysis, comparative linguistics, translation theory and practice, interpreting studies, comparative and world literature, literary criticism, and the pedagogy of language, translation, and literature. Interdisciplinary work that bridges these areas is particularly encouraged.

 Language

Manuscripts must be submitted in clear, academic English or Spanish. Authors who are not native speakers of English or Spanish are strongly encouraged to have their manuscript proofread by a colleague proficient in academic English or Spanish, or to use a professional language-editing service, before submission. Language quality is taken into account during the editorial screening stage and may affect the overall timeline of the review.

 Manuscript Preparation

•     File format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx). PDF-only submissions are not accepted.

•     Page setup: A4, 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman (or equivalent serif font).

•     Title page (submitted as a separate file to preserve blind review): full title, author name(s), institutional affiliation(s), ORCID iD(s) where available, and the corresponding author's email address.

•     Anonymised manuscript file: the main text must contain no author names, affiliations, acknowledgements, or self-identifying citations (e.g., 'as I argued in...') that would reveal authorship to reviewers.

•     Abstract: 150–250 words, structured as a single paragraph, summarising the aim, approach, and key findings or contribution.

•     Keywords: 4–6 keywords, listed directly beneath the abstract.

•     Headings: a clear, numbered or unnumbered hierarchy (Introduction, Literature Review/Theoretical Framework, Methodology, Results/Analysis, Discussion, Conclusion), adapted as appropriate to the article type.

•     Tables and figures: numbered consecutively, with a short descriptive caption above each table and below each figure; referred to explicitly in the text; placed at their approximate intended position.

•     Transliteration and glossing: linguistic examples from languages other than English should follow standard transliteration conventions and, where relevant, interlinear glossing (e.g., Leipzig Glossing Rules).

 Reference Style

ASLTL follows the APA (7th edition) referencing style for in-text citations and the reference list. Authors working primarily within a linguistics sub-field that conventionally uses a different style (e.g., Unified Style Sheet for Linguistics) should contact the editorial office in advance to discuss whether an exception is appropriate. All sources cited in the text must appear in the reference list, and vice versa. Authors are responsible for the accuracy of every reference; references generated or checked with the help of an AI tool must be independently verified against the original source (see the journal's Plagiarism and AI-Writing Policy).

 Ethical and Originality Requirements

By submitting, authors confirm that the manuscript is their own original work, is not under consideration elsewhere, and has not been previously published (including as a substantially similar preprint, conference paper, or thesis chapter, which must be disclosed if applicable). Studies involving human participants must describe the ethical approval obtained and the informed-consent procedure followed. Full requirements are set out in the journal's Publication Ethics and Peer Review Process pages.

 Submission and Review

Manuscripts are submitted exclusively through the journal's online submission system (see the Submissions page). After an initial editorial screening, manuscripts that fit the journal's scope and meet these guidelines are sent for double-blind peer review. Authors should consult the Peer Review Process page for details on timelines and decision categories.

 Proofs and Post-Acceptance

Once a manuscript is accepted, authors will receive typeset galley proofs for a final check of factual and typographical accuracy; substantive changes are not permitted at this stage without the editor's approval. Authors are asked to complete and return the signed copyright/licensing form (see Copyright and Licensing) promptly so that publication is not delayed.