Decision-Making Process

ALP ensures a systematic evaluation of scholarly contributions in the humanities and linguistics through a structured decision framework.

1. Initial Submission Screening

  • Check: Verification of linguistics/arts scope and a Turnitin check (<15% similarity).

  • Desk Rejection: Submissions lacking theoretical depth or falling outside the humanities are rejected at this stage.

2. Peer Review Process

  • Assignment: Double-blind evaluation by subject specialists.

  • Criteria: Originality in linguistic theory or artistic analysis, coherence of argument, and citation practices.

3. Editorial Evaluation and Final Decision

  • Synthesis: The handling editor reconciles reviewer comments to provide a clear path forward for the author.

4. Revisions and Resubmission

  • Major Revisions: May require a second round of external review to ensure all linguistic or historical critiques are addressed.

5. Appeals: Authors may appeal based on factual errors in the review process.

6. Post-Acceptance: Final proofs are sent to authors for approval before online release.

7. Ethical Oversight: Conflict of interest disclosure is mandatory for all contributors.