How to propose a Special Section for Ancient Mesoamerica
A Special Section is an excellent venue for publishing a group of papers from a symposium at a professional meeting, the results of a collaborative research project, or a set of papers on a focused topic. A Special Section should contain at least three and no more than six papers, including the Introduction written by the coordinator(s) of the section. Each paper can consist of a maximum of 7,000 words, exclusive of references. Illustrations are limited to 20 per paper. The use of color illustrations is possible, though the author is responsible for the additional cost of color images for the print version.
Coordinators are not considered “guest editors,” but they are responsible for enlisting authors and their contributions, defining a coherent theme for the section, and seeing that all papers are submitted at approximately the same time, per previous agreement with the Editors. All papers are subject to peer review through the process established for the journal. Each paper of a special section must pass peer review on its own merit. Inclusion of a paper in a Special Section does not guarantee its acceptance. Coordinators should review all papers before submission to ScholarOne to ensure high quality and adherence to the theme.
After peer review, papers go through the same revision process (if applicable) as other manuscripts. In the case of a Special Section, it is imperative that all contributions are revised and uploaded to ScholarOne around the same time so that all papers can appear in print at the same time.
The Editors are always willing to discuss ideas for Special Sections and encourage you to contact us before submission of a proposal to ensure suitability for publication in Ancient Mesoamerica.
To propose a Special Section, please complete this form, which includes further information about how a proposal will be assessed. Your proposal must describe what is unique, timely, and relevant about this section that warrants publication together as a group of papers. Once the proposal is received, the editors will contact you after reviewing it to determine its appropriateness for the journal.
Papers for special sections should also conform with Ancient Mesoamerica’s instructions for contributors .
Please email the completed form to: ancientmeso@gmail.com
Special Section proposers should indicate the expected time frame for submission of manuscripts.
Last updated 26th May 2021