Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

These guidelines are intended to assist authors in preparing manuscripts for submission to Veridion Press publications, including peer-reviewed journals, scholarly books, edited volumes, and conference proceedings.

Adherence to these guidelines helps ensure efficient editorial assessment, rigorous peer review, and high-quality production, while supporting clarity, consistency, and academic integrity.

General Principles

All manuscripts submitted to Veridion Press should:

  • Present original scholarly work that has not been previously published
  • Be written in clear, precise, and academically appropriate language
  • Demonstrate methodological rigor and critical engagement with relevant literature
  • Properly acknowledge all sources and contributions
  • Comply with ethical standards applicable to the research field

Authors are responsible for the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of their submissions.

Manuscript Structure

While specific requirements may vary by publication, discipline, or format, manuscripts should generally include the following components, where applicable.

Title Page

  • Concise and informative title
  • Full names of all authors
  • Institutional affiliations
  • Corresponding author contact details
  • ORCID iDs (where available)

Abstract

  • A clear summary of the research objectives, methods, key findings, and conclusions
  • Typically 150–300 words, unless otherwise specified

Keywords

  • Four to six relevant keywords to support indexing and discoverability

Main Text

The organization of the main text should be appropriate to the discipline and publication format. Common sections may include:

  • Introduction
  • Literature review or background
  • Methodology or materials and methods
  • Results or findings
  • Discussion
  • Conclusion

Alternative narrative or analytical structures may be used in humanities, social sciences, and theoretical research where appropriate.

Acknowledgements (if applicable)

  • Recognition of contributors who do not meet authorship criteria
  • Disclosure of funding sources and institutional or project support

References

  • All works cited in the manuscript must be included in the reference list
  • References must be accurate, complete, and consistently formatted
  • Authors are responsible for verifying all citations and references

Citation Style and Referencing

APA Citation Style

Veridion Press uses APA (American Psychological Association) style as the default citation and referencing format, unless otherwise specified by the relevant journal, book series, or conference proceedings.

Authors must ensure that:

  • In-text citations follow APA conventions
  • Reference list entries are formatted according to APA guidelines
  • DOI and URL information is included where applicable

For authoritative guidance on APA style, authors should consult the official APA Style website: https://apastyle.apa.org/

Formatting Guidelines

Unless otherwise specified by the publication:

  • Manuscripts should be prepared in a standard word-processing format (e.g., DOCX)
  • A clear, readable font should be used throughout
  • Pages should be numbered consecutively
  • Standard margins and line spacing should be applied
  • Headings and subheadings should be clearly distinguished and consistently styled

Additional formatting instructions may be provided at the publication or series level.

Figures, Tables, and Illustrations

  • Figures and tables should be clear, legible, and relevant to the text
  • Each figure and table must be cited within the manuscript
  • Captions should be concise and descriptive
  • Authors must obtain permission for the use of copyrighted material

Visual materials must meet ethical, legal, and scholarly standards.

Language of Submission

English-Language Submissions

Manuscripts submitted in English should demonstrate clarity, coherence, and appropriate academic style.

Authors whose first language is not English are encouraged to ensure linguistic accuracy prior to submission to facilitate effective peer review.

Submissions in Languages Other Than English

Where permitted by the specific publication, Veridion Press accepts manuscripts submitted in languages other than English.

For such submissions, authors must additionally provide the following elements in English:

  • Title (English version)
  • Author names and institutional affiliations (English)
  • Abstract (English)
  • Keywords (English)
  • References formatted in APA style

These English-language elements are mandatory to support editorial evaluation, peer review, indexing, and global discoverability.

All references must conform to APA citation style, as outlined by the American Psychological Association: https://apastyle.apa.org/

Ethical Considerations

Authors must ensure that their research complies with relevant ethical standards, including:

  • Ethical approval for studies involving human participants or animals, where applicable
  • Informed consent and data protection compliance
  • Disclosure of funding sources and potential conflicts of interest
  • Accurate representation of data and findings

Veridion Press follows best practices in publication ethics, informed by guidance from the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Plagiarism and Originality

All submissions must represent original scholarly work.

Manuscripts may be screened for plagiarism and textual overlap. Authors must ensure:

  • Proper citation of all sources
  • Clear distinction between original content and previously published material
  • Transparency regarding prior dissemination (e.g., preprints or conference presentations)

Submission Readiness Checklist

Before submission, authors should confirm that:

  • The manuscript aligns with the scope of the intended publication
  • All required sections are included
  • References are complete and formatted in APA style
  • Ethical approvals and disclosures are clearly stated
  • Language and formatting requirements are met

Further Guidance

Additional submission and formatting requirements may apply to specific journals, book series, or conference proceedings published by Veridion Press. Authors are encouraged to consult publication-specific instructions prior to submission.