Peer Review Process

The Journal of Quixotic Narrative and Critical Review employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, integrity, and academic contribution of all published articles. Both reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the review process.

Review Workflow

Initial Editorial Screening
- The editorial team evaluates the manuscript for scope, originality, formatting, and ethical compliance.
- Manuscripts that do not meet basic requirements may be desk-rejected without external review.
Reviewer Assignment
- Manuscripts passing the initial screening are assigned to at least two independent reviewers with relevant expertise.
- Reviewers are selected based on subject matter alignment, academic credentials, and availability.
Review Process
- Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on:
  - Originality and significance of the contribution
  - Clarity and coherence of the narrative
  - Methodological soundness (if applicable)
  - Relevance to the journal’s scope
  - Quality of references and scholarly engagement
- Reviewers submit a detailed report and recommend one of the following:
  - Accept
  - Minor Revision
  - Major Revision
  - Reject
Editorial Decision
- The Editor-in-Chief or Associate Editor reviews the reports and makes a decision.
- In cases of conflicting reviews, a third reviewer may be consulted.
Revision and Resubmission
- Authors are given a deadline to revise their manuscript based on reviewer feedback.
- Revised manuscripts may be sent back to the original reviewers for re-evaluation.
Final Decision
- Once the manuscript meets all academic and editorial standards, it is accepted for publication.
Post-Acceptance
- The manuscript proceeds to copyediting, proofreading, and final publication.