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Resources & Tools for Journal Editors

The role of the journal editor in the research landscape is crucial for the advancement, quality, and dissemination of research. We value the dedicated efforts of our editors and acknowledge their contributions to the success of their journal.

The following resources and guides are designed to support you in your role as a journal editor. As always, you can contact our journal management team with any questions or concerns.

How to Develop Your Journal

From creating a solid journal strategy to setting goals and attracting excellent contributions, you’ll find all you need to get started on developing your journal below.

How to Create a Special Issue

Here are important things to keep in mind if you decide to publish a special issue and how you can make sure it is a success.

How to Use Journal Metrics to Improve Your Journal

While there are limitations to journal metrics, it is still important to understand how your publication will be measured in the research landscape.

How to Promote Your Journal

Want to increase the readership of your journal and attract new authors? We offer strategies for promoting your journal and gaining visibility.

How to Find Reviewers

Discover how a reviewer pool can support you in your role as editor and how you can assemble a reliable and qualified reviewer pool.

Guidelines for Reviewers

We've condensed the most important information for reviewers in our Reviewer Guidelines. Download the document for general tips on writing reviews, communicating with editors, and dealing with ethical issues.

Download Reviewer Guidelines

Editor Code of Conduct

Editors have a responsibility to maintain the quality and ethical standards of every research article the journal publishes. The broader editorial team, including associate editors, guest editors, and editorial board members, share this responsibility for ensuring the articles that they approve for publication are of the utmost quality.

It is a requirement for editors and supporting editors to follow COPE Guidelines, share responsibility, and take decisions (independently of De Gruyter Brill) about which papers to accept and publish.

In parallel, De Gruyter Brill continually works to ensure that the best guidance, processes, and guidelines are available to all journal editorial stakeholders.

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