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Information for authors
Choosing a journal
Unlock the potential of your research: 8 reasons to publish with Sage
At Sage, we understand that every researcher's journey is unique. That's why we offer a diverse range of publishing options to meet your needs, whether it's open access, subscription, or hybrid models.
Here are eight reasons to choose Sage for your academic work:
- Flexibility at your fingertips: We
believe in flexibility and agility. With open access, subscription, and
hybrid publishing options, we ensure that your research aligns seamlessly
with the requirements of funding bodies.
- Evolutionary publishing platform: Your
work deserves a dynamic home. Sage Journals, our cutting-edge platform, is
constantly evolving to meet the needs of the global academic
community.
- Editorial independence: Our journals maintain
editorial independence by prioritizing what's right for readers, not
shareholders. That means your research will receive the unbiased attention
it deserves.
- Unwavering standards: As one of the world's
largest international academic publishers, we guarantee high editorial and
production standards, as well as rigorous peer review processes.
- Swift publication: Time matters. Benefit from
expedited publication timelines – ask us about our average time from
acceptance to publication.
- Enhanced discoverability: Your work deserves to
be found. We go the extra mile to ensure the discoverability of your
research, from supplying metadata to global bibliographic databases to
providing tips on how to increase your article's visibility.
- Merit-based assessment: We believe in
inclusivity and diversity. All submissions are assessed on individual
merit, irrespective of your background or location. Your research speaks
for itself.
- Global reach with a personal touch: As one of the world's largest independent publishers, our editorial and marketing teams extend their reach to institutions and libraries worldwide. Despite our global presence, providing a personal service to our authors remains a top priority.
Your research journey is as important to us as your research is to you. So if you choose Sage, we won’t just publish your work – we’ll empower it.
Each journal has its own aims & scope, so the acceptance of articles is not just about quality, but also about being a good fit. Researching the best match for your manuscript will significantly improve your chances of being accepted.
- Does your work reflect the scope of the journal?
- Is Open Access important to you, and does the journal have an Open Access model available?
- What is the readership of the journal, and is that readership the right audience for your work?
Watch this 2 minute video: Considering where to publish
Learn about measuring research impact with journal and article level metrics, see Understanding journal metrics.
- Watch our free webinar: How to select a journal
- If you already know in which Sage Journal you’d like to publish your work, search for it and check the aims & scope and manuscript submission guidelines to make sure it is a good match.
- Alternatively, you can use the Sage Journal Recommender to tell us your article title and subjects and see which journals are a potential home for your manuscript.
- Be prepared to adjust your manuscript to match the scope and style of the desired journal.
Sage Journals
Explore our portfolio of more than 1,100 journals, including over 200 gold open access journals, and 400 society partners.
Journal Recommender
Find relevant journals for your manuscript, verify against aims & scope, and submit to one directly.
Explore open calls for papers by:
Special Collection
Sage’s Gold Open Access journals welcoming submissions to curated Special Collections.
Special Issue
Special issues present an excellent opportunity for researchers to delve into specific themes and emerging trends.
Discipline
Browse the Open Call for Papers in your relevant discipline.