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Guidelines for Book Chapter Submission

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

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Chapter Length Around 3000 words
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Abstract Maximum 250 words
APA
Referencing APA Style
DOC
File Format .doc / .docx
Submission Requirements

Complete Author Guidelines

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01 Manuscript Length
  • The chapter should be around 3000 words with ±10% flexibility.
  • The writing should be analytical, descriptive, and engaging.
02 Abstract
  • Provide an abstract of up to 250 words.
  • The abstract should briefly highlight:
    • Theme or topic of the chapter
    • Scope and approach
    • Key arguments or insights
03 Keywords
  • Include 5 relevant keywords reflecting the main ideas and subject matter of the chapter.
04 Recommended Chapter Structure

Authors should follow a flexible, narrative-based structure appropriate to the subject of the chapter.

  1. Title of the Chapter
  2. Author Name(s) and Affiliation(s)
  3. Abstract – Maximum 250 words
  4. Keywords – 5 keywords
  5. Introduction
  6. Conceptual / Theoretical Background
  7. Main Discussion / Thematic Analysis
  8. Critical Insights / Contemporary Relevance
  9. Conclusion
  10. References
05 Writing Style
  • Use clear, descriptive, and analytical language.
  • Avoid excessive technical jargon.
  • Maintain logical flow and coherence.
  • Keep the tone academic yet reader-friendly.
06 Formatting Guidelines
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 12 pt for text and 14 pt bold for headings
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Alignment: Justified
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides
07 Referencing Style
  • Use APA style for citations and references.
  • Maintain consistency in referencing throughout the chapter.
08 Originality & Plagiarism
  • The manuscript must be original and unpublished.
  • Similarity index should be below 10%.
  • Proper citation of all sources is mandatory.
09 Use of Examples & Illustrations

Authors are encouraged to include:

  • Real-life examples
  • Case studies
  • Historical references
  • Tables and figures where appropriate

All tables and figures should be clearly numbered and labeled.

10 Submission Format
  • Submit the manuscript in Microsoft Word format only.
  • Accepted file formats: .doc and .docx
11 Author Declaration

By submitting the chapter, the author(s) should confirm that:

  • The submitted work is original.
  • The manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere.
  • All co-authors have approved the submission.
12 Review Process

Submitted chapters will undergo editorial review. The evaluation will primarily focus on:

  • Clarity
  • Relevance
  • Quality of interpretation
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Important: Authors are advised to carefully review all submission requirements before sending their chapter. Manuscripts that do not follow the prescribed format may be returned for revision before editorial review.

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