Author Guidance
Whether you’re submitting your first manuscript or are a returning contributor, this section is designed to support you through every stage of publishing with JMS. Here you’ll find everything you need to prepare and submit your manuscript with confidence.
Manuscript Preparation Guidelines
Before submitting, please review our detailed Manuscript Preparation Guidelines. They explain how to format your manuscript, maintain anonymity, and meet JMS’s standards for clarity and consistency. You’ll find:
Step-by-step formatting instructions.
Guidance on anonymising your submission for double-blind review.
Referencing requirements with clear examples for all source types.
Expectations for transparency in the use of AI tools.
Advice on presenting tables, figures, and endnotes.
Review Process
After you submit your manuscript, what’s next? Our Review Process page explains each step, from editorial screening to final decision. The process includes:
Editorial screening for completeness and fit with JMS’s aims.
Plagiarism checks for originality.
Double-blind peer review by expert reviewers.
Typical timelines for reviews, revisions, and decisions.
What’s required if revisions are requested.
Any questions?
Contact the JMS Editorial at business.jms@durham.ac.uk.