Question 1

What types of manuscripts does Guinness Press accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept original research articles, review articles, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, case studies, short communications, letters to the editor, and perspective pieces. Accepted submission types vary by journal — please check the individual journal page for specifics.

Question 2

Is there an article processing charge (APC)?

Accepted Answer

No. Guinness Press does not charge authors or their institutions any article processing fees. We believe that the cost of publishing should not be a barrier to sharing research, and that open-access publishing should not be funded through author charges.

Question 3

How long does the peer review process take?

Accepted Answer

After an initial editorial screening (1–5 business days), manuscripts typically complete the double-blind peer review process within 4–8 weeks, with a final editorial decision communicated within 6–10 weeks of submission. Complex revisions may extend this timeline.

Question 4

What is double-blind peer review?

Accepted Answer

In double-blind peer review, both the authors and the reviewers remain anonymous to each other throughout the review process. This reduces the potential for bias based on author identity, institution, or nationality, and ensures that manuscripts are evaluated purely on their scholarly merit.

Question 5

Can I submit to multiple Guinness Press journals simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

No. We do not accept simultaneous submissions across our own portfolio. However, you may submit to a Guinness Press journal while under review at a journal outside our portfolio, provided you notify us immediately if accepted elsewhere.

Question 6

How do I know which journal to submit to?

Accepted Answer

Each journal page includes a detailed Scope and Aims section describing the disciplines and topics covered. If your manuscript falls between two journals, we recommend contacting our editorial office with a brief abstract before submitting. We will advise which journal is the better fit.

Question 7

Do you accept manuscripts from international authors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely. Guinness Press publishes research from scholars worldwide. We welcome submissions from authors at any institution, in any country, regardless of career stage. We do not discriminate on the basis of institutional affiliation or national origin.

Question 8

What happens after I submit my manuscript?

Accepted Answer

You will receive an acknowledgement of receipt within two business days. The editorial team will then conduct an initial screening for scope, formatting, and quality. Manuscripts that pass screening are assigned to an editor and sent to peer reviewers. You will be notified of the decision by email.

Question 9

Will my article receive a DOI?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every article accepted for publication in a Guinness Press journal is registered with CrossRef and assigned a permanent Digital Object Identifier (DOI). This ensures your article is permanently and globally citable from the moment of publication.

Question 10

Can I submit a manuscript that has been posted as a preprint?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We accept submissions that have been posted to recognised preprint servers (such as arXiv, bioRxiv, SSRN, or OSF Preprints), provided this is disclosed at the time of submission. Publication in a Guinness Press journal does not require removal of the preprint.

Question 11

What are the formatting requirements for submission?

Accepted Answer

Manuscripts should be submitted in .docx or .pdf format, double-spaced, in a 12pt serif font (Times New Roman or similar). Include a title page with author details, an abstract of 150–300 words, 4–8 keywords, and a references list formatted in a standard citation style (APA, AMA, Vancouver, or Chicago). Full formatting guidelines are available on each journal page.

Question 12

Are Guinness Press journals indexed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All Guinness Press journals are indexed on IP Indexing. Individual journals are also indexed on databases including CrossRef, Google Scholar, Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, EBSCO, ProQuest, and the DOAJ, depending on the journal. Check each journal page for its specific indexing list.

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