Journal publication is essential, but why does the process feel so long and complicated?

This question often crosses the minds of academics. For many, publishing a journal article is not just a formality but also an essential requirement for career development and academic contribution.

So, what exactly makes journal publication feel so difficult? And how can we make it easier and more efficient? Let’s dive deeper into it!

1. Long Review Queues

• Reputable journals receive hundreds, even thousands, of submissions each month.
• The peer-review process takes time, especially when reviewers are busy or hard to find.

To avoid delays, choose a journal with a clear review timeline and ensure your article meets the journal’s standards before submission.

2. Article Not Matching the Journal’s Scope

• Many articles get rejected outright because they don’t match the journal’s scope.
• This forces authors to resubmit to other journals, which adds more time.

Before choosing a journal, read the Author’s Guidelines and ensure the journal fits your research field.

3. Repeated Revisions

• Articles often need multiple rounds of revisions before being accepted.
• Failure to follow reviewer suggestions or insufficient revisions can delay the process.

If you often receive revision requests, respond clearly to all reviewer comments and follow their instructions closely to speed up the publication process

4. Technical & Administrative Issues

• The article format does not match the journal’s template.
• Incomplete supporting data.
• Slow or unclear communication with the editor.

If you face technical or administrative issues, ensure your article is formatted correctly and includes all necessary data, and check your email for editor updates.

Read More : Tips for Publishing in Reputable International Journals

5. Lack of Journal Transparency

• Some journals have unclear or unprofessional editorial processes.
• The journal may be inactive or even a predatory journal.

After selecting your target journal, ensure it’s transparent by checking its credibility before submitting. Choose journals indexed in SINTA, Scopus, DOAJ, or Google Scholar.

Publishing a journal article does require effort, but it doesn’t have to be complicated! By choosing the right journal for your research field, ensuring your article is formatted correctly before submission, and following reviewer suggestions closely, the publication process can run more smoothly, mainly when supported by transparent and efficient publication services.

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