📑 Guidelines for Book Chapter Submission

Authors are invited to contribute well-structured, scholarly yet readable chapters that present conceptual, theoretical, historical, or critical perspectives rather than purely research-based studies.

📌 1. Manuscript Length

• The chapter should be around 3000 words (±10% flexibility).
• The writing should be analytical, descriptive, and engaging.

📌 2. Abstract

• Provide an abstract of up to 250 words.
• It should briefly highlight:
  • Theme or topic of the chapter
  • Scope and approach
  • Key arguments or insights

📌 3. Keywords

• Include 5 relevant keywords reflecting the main ideas of the chapter.

📌 4. Recommended Chapter Structure

Authors should follow a flexible, narrative-based structure:

📌 5. Writing Style

• Use clear, descriptive, and analytical language
• Avoid excessive technical jargon
• Maintain logical flow and coherence
• Keep the tone academic yet reader-friendly

📌 6. Formatting Guidelines

• Font: Times New Roman
• Font Size: 12 (Text), 14 Bold (Headings)
• Line Spacing: 1.5
• Alignment: Justified
• Margins: 1 inch on all sides

📌 7. Referencing Style

• Use APA style
• Maintain consistency throughout the chapter

📌 8. Originality & Plagiarism

• The manuscript must be original and unpublished
• Similarity index should be below 10%
• Proper citation is mandatory

📌 9. Use of Examples & Illustrations

• Authors are encouraged to include:
  • Real-life examples
  • Case studies
  • Historical references
• Tables/figures (if used) should be clearly labeled

📌 10. Submission Format

• Submit the manuscript in MS Word (.doc/.docx) format only

📌 11. Author Declaration

• The work is original
• It is not under consideration elsewhere
• All co-authors have approved the submission

📌 12. Review Process

• Chapters will undergo editorial review
• Evaluation will focus on:
  • Clarity
  • Relevance
  • Quality of interpretation