Online Manuscript Submission
TSI/Theory in Action has an exclusive online submission policy. Only MS Word formats will be accepted as attachments. This is designed to expedite the review process and for accuracy in manuscript reproduction. Submissions to Theory in Action DO NOT require submission fees. However, we do accept voluntary donations to help TSI cover part of the operational costs associated with the journal.
Drafts and poorly written or formatted manuscripts will not be considered. We will only consider final polished manuscripts that are of high-quality writing, have an innovative approach or ideas, and that are congruent with the institute’s overall mission.
What we Accept
- Multiple/simultaneous submissions of original manuscripts
- Qualitative, Quantitative, Theoretical, or Applied Research
- Book reviews
- Art and Poetry that reflects our mission
Book Reviews
We accept book reviews of all types that reflect our mission. There is no submission fee for book reviews. The length should be a minimum of 1000 words but not more than 3000. Send all reviews with author contact information and cover letter in Word format to: journal (at) transformativestudies (dot) org
Manuscript Length
5-40 typed pages (see manuscript style)
Manuscript Style
As a non-elitist journal we do not privilege any particular style. Preferred styles, though, include APA, MLA, and Chicago. We do request, however, that authors be consistent and accurate with their chosen style. References should be double-spaced and placed in alphabetical order.
Manuscript Preparation (as an attachment)
Prepare in MS Word format only. Number every page consecutively. Double-spaced, including endnotes and references; 12-point font; one-inch margins on all four sides; set all notes as endnotes. Submit a cover page with the manuscript, indicating only the article title (this is used for anonymous reference), the abstract, and keywords. The online submission form will ask separately for information regarding:
- full authorship
- an ABSTRACT of about 100 words (below the abstract provide 3-7 key words for indexing purposes)
- authors’ academic degrees, professional titles, affiliations, mailing and e-mail addresses, and any desired acknowledgement of research support or other credit
Preparation of Tables, Figures, & Illustrations
Any material that is not textual is considered artwork. This includes tables, figures, diagrams, charts, graphs, illustrations, appendices, screen captures, and photos. We request that computer-generated figures be in black and white and/or shades of gray (preferably no color because it does not reproduce well). Camera-ready art must contain no grammatical, typographical, or format errors and must reproduce sharply and clearly. Photos and screen captures must be saved as JPEG or BMP file format. Tables should be created in the text document file using the software’s Table feature.
Submitting Art
Only electronic copies of the art should be provided as JPEG format. We reserve the right, if necessary, to alter or delete art if all else has failed in achieving art that is presentable.
Typesetting
We do not provide galley proofs. Authors are expected to submit manuscripts and art that are free from error. If necessary, editorial revisions can only be made while an article is still in manuscript form. The final version of the manuscript will be the version published. Typesetter’s errors will be corrected by the production staff of TSI.
Spelling, Grammar, & Punctuation
Neither TSI nor the editor is responsible for correcting errors of spelling and grammar. We do not copy-edit articles. Authors have sole responsibility for preparing manuscripts that are clearly written in acceptable, scholarly English with no errors of spelling, grammar, or punctuation.
Reviewers’ Recommendations
Manuscripts are often accepted upon condition that reviewers’ recommended changes be incorporated. It is the author’s responsibility to incorporate these revisions in their manuscript.
