Submitting a scholarly manuscript is a significant hurdle for writers who have already completed their work. Many academics find it challenging to balance research, writing, teaching, and personal obligations. This struggle often leads to prolonged revisions and a tendency to postpone submissions, as writers fret over minute details rather than focusing on the manuscript's overall quality. It is essential for scholars to recognize that getting their work into the hands of editors and reviewers is a crucial step, and while initial submissions should be polished, the finer details can be adjusted later.
The hard part of sending off a manuscript is often the step that keeps many scholars from achieving the publishing success they deserve.
Many scholars struggle to find time to research and write due to professional obligations and personal commitments, yet those who complete a manuscript should be applauded.
Writers often delay confronting the submission hurdle by getting stuck in endless revision, worrying about minute details rather than focusing on the main content.
The finer details of a manuscript are less significant at first submission; what matters is showing respect for the editor’s and peer reviewers’ time.
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