Trends in Scholarly Publishing

Trends in Scholarly Publishing (TSP) is a peer-reviewed, open-access, online-first journal committed to fostering research and dialogue in the field of scholarly publishing. Since its launch in January 2021, TSP has served as a vital platform for editors, publishers, librarians, and academic professionals, exploring emerging practices, technologies, and ethical considerations that influence the future of scholarly communication.

All content published in Trends in Scholarly Publishing is fully open access under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) . Articles are freely available to read, download, share, and reuse with proper citation, ensuring unrestricted global access.

Aims and Scope

Trends in Scholarly Publishing (TSP) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing understanding and practice across the global scholarly communication ecosystem. The journal provides a platform for research, reviews, perspectives, and case studies that explore the evolving trends, challenges, and innovations shaping scholarly publishing.

Our readership includes publishers, editors, librarians, reviewers, researchers, policymakers, technology providers, and all professionals engaged in scholarly communication. We welcome contributions that provide evidence-based insights, critical reflections, and practical guidance to improve the quality, transparency, accessibility, and impact of scholarly publishing worldwide.

The scope of TSP covers, but is not limited to:

Peer review innovations and integrity in research evaluation.
Open access and open science practices, policies, and business models.
Ethics and integrity in publishing, including issues of misconduct, predatory journals, and paper mills.
Digital technologies in publishing, including AI, metadata standards, and workflow tools.
Research visibility, discoverability, and metrics (citations, altmetrics, bibliometrics).
Editorial and publishing practices in different regional and cultural contexts.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion in scholarly communication.
Case studies and best practices in journal development, publishing workflows, and community engagement.

Our vision is to support a more transparent, ethical, inclusive, and innovative publishing culture by sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration across disciplines and regions. TSP particularly seeks to amplify voices from Asia and the Global South, while engaging with the broader international community to reshape the future of scholarly publishing together.

Why Publish in this journal?

Fast decisions and rapid online publication
Discoverable in the leading indexing databases
Global reach with impact
Expert Editorial Board to manage submitted paper
Personalised service from in-house staff
Discoverable research read by millions of people

Publication Charges

Trends in Scholarly Publishing does not charge any submission or article processing fees (APCs). Publication is completely free of cost for authors, and this policy is monitored and endorsed by the Asian Council of Science Editors (ACSE).

Abstracting and Indexing

Trends in Scholarly Publishing has gained significant recognition within the academic community and has been indexed in below recognized platforms:

Application to additional international indexing services are in progress to further expand discoverability.

These indexing services ensure that the content of our journal is widely accessible and discoverable by researchers and scholars worldwide. Our published articles, reviews, and perspectives receive increased visibility and reach through these reputable databases, fostering collaboration and knowledge dissemination within the global scientific community.

Acceptance Criteria

To be published in Trends in Scholarly Publishing, submissions must demonstrate scholarly rigor, originality, and relevance to the field of scholarly communication and publishing. Manuscripts are evaluated through a peer-review process that emphasizes:

Clarity of objectives and argumentation - the work should present a well-defined problem, question, or perspective.
Soundness of methodology or analysis - whether empirical, theoretical, or case-based, methods must be transparent and appropriate to the research question.
Relevance to readers - articles should address issues of significance to editors, publishers, librarians, researchers, or policy makers in scholarly publishing.
Quality of writing and presentation - submissions must be clearly written, logically structured, and meet the journal's formatting guidelines.
Ethical standards - manuscripts must comply with international guidelines on publication ethics, including integrity in data use, authorship, conflicts of interest, and research conduct.

Acceptance is not based on perceived "novelty" alone, but on the contribution the work makes to advancing knowledge, improving practice, and fostering dialogue in scholarly publishing.

Editorial Board

The Editorial Board serves as the backbone of a successful journal. The Editorial Board of Trends in Scholarly Publishing comprises the Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor, and Editorial Board members. All Editorial Board Members are selected based on strict criteria, ensuring their active and productive contribution to the journal. The Editorial Board of Trends in Scholarly Publishing is responsible for maintaining the quality of published research, enhancing the journal's impact, and contributing to the advancement of the broader scientific community.

Full details of the Editorial Board, including names, institutional affiliations and digital identifiers, are available on the Editorial Board page of the journal website.

Reviewer's Database

Trends in Scholarly Publishing strives to make decisions on all submitted manuscripts, including commissioned content, based on the advice provided by at least two independent reviewers. The journal follows a [single-blind/double-blind/open] peer review model, with an average initial decision time of approximately 4-6 weeks. To facilitate this process, Trends in Scholarly Publishing maintains a reviewer database. This database assists us in identifying the most suitable subject experts who can thoroughly review the manuscript.

Reviewer Selection via ReviewerCredits

At Trends in Scholarly Publishing, we are committed to a transparent, fair, and efficient peer-review process. To enhance the quality and credibility of our reviewer selection, we have integrated with ReviewerCredits . This global platform certifies peer review activities and maintains a trusted database of qualified reviewers. Through SciONE online submission and peer-review system, we access the ReviewerCredits database to identify and invite expert reviewers who are best suited to evaluate submitted manuscripts based on subject relevance and professional standing. This integration not only streamlines communication and accountability but also ensures that reviewers receive proper recognition for their contributions to scholarly publishing.

Ethics in Publication

Trends in Scholarly Publishing fully adheres to and complies with the policies and principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), and the Asian Council of Science Editors (ACSE). TSP enforces strict policies on plagiarism, duplicate submissions, fabricated data, and image manipulation. Corrections and retractions are managed transparently according to COPE Retraction Guidelines. The Trends in Scholarly Publishing editors enforce a rigorous peer-review process, along with strict ethical policies and standards, to ensure the publication of high-quality scientific works in the field.

Archiving and Digital Preservation

To ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content, Trends in Scholarly Publishing archives all articles in Portico , a leading digital preservation service. This guarantees permanent availability of published work, even in the event of journal discontinuation.