Learn how scholarly publishing actually works
Six practical guides for authors, reviewers, and editors — from preparing a first submission to running a journal.
Blog
Publishing guidance, indexing news, and research-writing craft, updated regularly.
ReadNewsletter
Lumora Letter — monthly calls for papers, indexing updates, and GCC research opportunities.
ReadSubmission process
For authors: what to prepare, how to submit, and what happens in the first 24 hours.
ReadPeer review
For reviewers: the double-anonymous model, what a strong report contains, and review ethics.
ReadManaging a journal
For editors: governance, board structure, decision workflows, and ethical oversight.
ReadRole of the Editor-in-Chief
Appointment, editorial independence, decision authority, and conflict-of-interest recusal.
ReadPick the guide that matches your role
If you are preparing your first manuscript, start with the submission process and then read the peer-review guide so you know exactly how your work will be assessed. If you have been invited to review, the peer-review guide sets out what a strong report contains. Editors and prospective Editors-in-Chief should read the journal-management guide alongside the Editor-in-Chief role.
Every guide is bilingual, free to read, and kept current with Lumora's published policies.
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Choose a Lumora journal, prepare your manuscript with the author guidelines, and submit. Every handoff in the workflow is completed in under 24 hours.