The Rhetoric of Submission

Abstract

In “The Rhetoric of Submission,” we ask readers to consider how they might begin making their work public, and we point to heuristics and prompts for thinking about ways to merge research interests with publication venues. Here we offer suggestions for responding to Calls for Papers, contacting editors before submitting work, and establishing networks. We also define and outline steps for placing scholarship and offer guidelines for understanding the relationship among writer, reader, editor, and publication venue; reconsidering audience; negotiating submission guidelines; and determining realistic timelines. We also include a discussion about what happens after work is accepted for publication