International Journal of Language, Literature and Culture
International Journal of Language, Literature and Culture
ISSN(O): 2693-3519
Frequency: Continuous
Mode: Online
Policy: Open Access and Peeer Review
Editor in Chief: Dr K Janardhana Reddy
Aim of Journal
The aim of the International Journal of Language, Literature, and Culture is to provide a comprehensive platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners worldwide to disseminate their original research, critical insights, and innovative ideas in the fields of language, literature, and culture. The journal seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration by exploring the intersections between language, literature, and culture, thereby contributing to a deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse linguistic and cultural expressions.
The scope of the International Journal of Language, Literature, and Culture encompasses a wide range of topics within the realms of language, literature, and culture, including but not limited to:
Linguistics: Phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, applied linguistics, language acquisition, language teaching and learning, bilingualism, multilingualism, language policy and planning.
Literature: Literary theory, literary criticism, literary history, literary genres (e.g., poetry, prose, drama), comparative literature, world literature, postcolonial literature, gender studies in literature, cultural studies, literary translation, digital literature.
Culture: Cultural studies, cultural theory, cultural anthropology, cultural heritage, intercultural communication, cross-cultural studies, cultural identity, cultural diversity, popular culture, visual culture, performance studies, media studies.
The journal welcomes contributions in the form of original research articles, review articles, book reviews, case studies, and theoretical essays. Submissions may employ diverse methodologies and theoretical frameworks, and may focus on any historical period or geographical region. Interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches are particularly encouraged, as are contributions that engage with contemporary issues and debates in the fields of language, literature, and culture.
The International Journal of Language, Literature, and Culture is committed to promoting open access to scholarly knowledge and ensuring the highest standards of academic rigor and integrity. All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process by experts in the respective fields to ensure quality and originality. The journal is published on a regular basis and is freely accessible to readers worldwide, thereby facilitating the dissemination of cutting-edge research and fostering global intellectual exchange and collaboration.
Dr. Luisa Maria Arvide Cambra
Professor with Chair/ Arabic and Islamic Studies// Humanities Dept. of Philology, University of Almeria. LA Cañada S/N. 04120-Almeria, Spain
lmarvide@ual.es
Dr. Rose Asayas Arceno
Director of Research Services of the Palompon Institute of Technology, Palompon, Leyte, Philippines
rose_arceno@yahoo.com
rose.arceno@pit.edu.ph
Sarath W. Samaranayake
PhD in Linguistics
English Lecturer, Curriculum and Instruction, Silpakorn University, Sanam Chandra Campus, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
mailwita@yahoo.com
samaranayake_s@su.ac.th
Darren Rey C. Javier
Licensed Professional Teacher, Senior High School HUMSS Teacher II, Baras-Pinugay Integrated High School Master of Arts in Education with specialization in English Language Teaching | Philippine Normal University, Philippines
darrenrey.javier@deped.gov.ph
Dr. Khalid Aada
Lecturer III, Literature and Cultural Studies Dept & Writing and Languages Studies Dept., College of Liberal Arts, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Texas
khalid.aada@utrgv.edu
Dr. Sadia Irshad
Assistant Professor, In-charge M.Phil Program, Department of English, Faculty of Social Sciences, Air University, Islamabad, Pakistan
sadia.irshad@mail.au.edu.pk
Dr. Ayse DEMIR
School of Foreign Languages, Pamukkale University, Denizli, TURKEY
aysedemir@pau.edu.tr
Almighty C. Tabuena, LPT, Ph.D. (h.c.)
Senior High School Faculty Member (Research Teacher), Espiritu Santo Parochial School of Manila, Inc. (ESPS), Manila, Philippines; Graduate Student, Master of Arts in Education (Music Education), Philippine Normal University (PNU), Manila, Philippines
almighty.tabuena@esps.edu.ph (ESPS)
tabuena.ac@pnu.edu.ph (PNU)
Dr.L.R.Prem Kumar
Lecture/Junior Research Officer Central Institute of India Languages, Manasagangotri, Mysore – 570 006, Karnataka India
Prof. Dr. Abdullah Aydın
Faculty of Education, Department of Science Teacher Education, Ahi Evran University, Kırşehir Turkey
Mustafa Abdulsahib Abdulkareem Hassan Alhassan
Department of English, College of Education, AlZahraa University for Women, Iraq, Karbala Iraq
Henry Alwayne R. Mercado
Assistant Professor ,Secondary Laboratory School ,Department and Elementary ,Education Department ,Eastern Visayas State University ,Tacloban City Philippines
Institutional Profile
Email: alwayne.mercado@evsu.edu.ph
Feyisayo Martha, ADETULA
Assistant lecturer ,Achievers University Owo, Ondo State Nigeria
Institutional Profile
Email: fm.adetula@achievers.edu.ng
IJLLC abstracted and indexed in:
- Google Scholar
- ROAD
- DOAJ
- WorldCat
- Zenodo
- OpenAire
1. Instructions for Authors
- Manuscripts must be original and not under consideration by any other journal.
- Formatting: Submissions should be in Microsoft Word format, 12pt Times New Roman, double-spaced.
- Citations: Authors must follow the APA Style (view guidelines) or IEEE Citation Style (view guidelines) consistently.
- Structure: Papers must include an Abstract (max 250 words), Keywords (4–6), Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, and References.
- Declarations: Authors must include a “Conflict of Interest” statement and “Funding Acknowledgments” at the end of the manuscript.
2. Peer Review Policy
- IJST employs a Double-Blind Peer Review process.
- Identity of both the author and the reviewer is kept anonymous.
- Every manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent subject experts.
- The final decision rests with the Editor-in-Chief.
3. Instructions for Editors & Reviewers
- Editors: Responsible for the initial screening and ensuring a fair, unbiased review process.
- Reviewers: Expected to provide constructive, honest, and prompt feedback. Reviewers must declare any conflict of interest and treat manuscripts as confidential documents.
4. Open Access & CC BY-NC Policy
- IJST is a Gold Open Access journal. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial (CC BY-NC 4.0) license.
- Legal Code: Detailed license terms can be found at Creative Commons CC BY-NC 4.0.
- Users are free to share and adapt the material for non-commercial purposes, provided appropriate credit is given.
5. Plagiarism Policy
- IJST has a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism. All submissions are screened using iThenticate / Turnitin.
- A similarity index above 15%–20% (excluding references) may result in immediate rejection.
- Self-plagiarism (text recycling) is also strictly monitored.
6. Publication Charges (APC)
- To support open-access publishing, IJST charges an Article Processing Charge (APC).
- Standard Fee: [Insert Amount Here] per accepted manuscript.
- Waivers: Partial waivers are available for authors from low-income countries.
7. Article Retraction & Correction
- Retraction: Occurs if findings are found to be unreliable, unethical, or plagiarized after publication.
- Correction: Issued for significant errors that do not invalidate the core findings of the paper.
8. COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) Policies
- IJST adheres to the COPE Core Practices to ensure the highest standards of publication ethics.
- Ethics Guidelines: We follow the principles outlined at COPE Core Practices.
- We are committed to investigating allegations of misconduct and protecting the confidentiality of all parties.
Additional Information
- Digital Archiving Policy: To ensure long-term preservation of digital scholarship, IJST archives all published content with CLOCKSS and Portico.
- Data Availability Statement: Authors are encouraged to share their research data in public repositories such as Zenodo or Figshare.
- Human & Animal Rights: Research involving humans or animals must include a statement of approval from an Institutional Review Board (IRB) and follow the Declaration of Helsinki.
- Appeals Process: Authors who wish to appeal a rejection must submit a formal letter to the Editorial Office within 30 days of the decision.
