Peer review and revision

The Journal operates double-blind peer-review. Papers will normally be sent to two reviewers who will comment on its suitability for publication. For review purposes your manuscript should not include any names or information identifying authors.

The Editor will decide on the basis of the reviewers’ comments whether a paper should be accepted for publication as it stands, or with revisions, or not accepted. When communicating the decision to the author, the Editor will pass on all relevant comment and requirements or suggestions for revision. Most commonly, papers are accepted with revisions which can range from major restructuring to minor corrections.

The Editor’s decision to reject a paper at this stage is final and no further correspondence can be entered into.

Appeals

To appeal an editorial decision, please contact the Editor (at sbrookes@sal.org.uk) and specify the reason for your appeal. 

Your appeal will be reviewed by the Editor and/or an Editor who did not review the manuscript. The final decision regarding your appeal will rest with The Antiquaries Journal Editor and International Advisory Board.