Journal of the West is a journal dedicated to the study of the history, culture, society, and intellectual life of the western regions, broadly defined. The journal welcomes original research that advances historical understanding through critical analysis, archival research, and interdisciplinary perspectives grounded in historical inquiry.

The journal is indexed in Web of Science (AHCI) and Scopus, and publishes high-quality scholarship for an international academic audience.

Scope of the Journal
The journal invites submissions in, but not limited to, the following areas:
Western history (regional, national, transnational, and comparative)
Social, political, cultural, and intellectual history
Indigenous histories and perspectives
Borderlands and frontier studies
Environmental history
Migration, settlement, and community formation
Historical memory, identity, and representation
Interdisciplinary studies with a clear historical foundation

Types of Contributions
The journal accepts the following categories of manuscripts:
Research Articles: Original scholarly research
Review Essays: Critical engagement with multiple works or historiographical debates
Book Reviews: By invitation or prior approval of the editors
Archival Notes / Research Notes: Shorter contributions based on primary sources

Manuscript Length
Research Articles: 6,000–9,000 words (including notes, excluding bibliography where applicable)
Review Essays: 3,000–5,000 words
Book Reviews: 800–1,200 words
Research Notes: 2,000–4,000 words

Manuscript Preparation
Authors should ensure that manuscripts are prepared carefully before submission.

Formatting
File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Font: Times New Roman, 12-point
Line spacing: Double-spaced throughout, including notes
Margins: 1 inch on all sides
Page numbers: Bottom right

Language
Manuscripts must be written in clear, formal academic English
British or American spelling may be used, but consistency must be maintained

Title Page
A separate title page must include:
Title of the manuscript
Full name(s) of author(s)
Institutional affiliation(s)
ORCID iD (if available)
Corresponding author’s email address
A brief author biography (50–70 words)

Abstract and Keywords
Abstract length: 150–250 words
Keywords: 4–6 relevant terms
The abstract should clearly state the research problem, methodology, sources, and key findings.

Citation and Referencing Style
The journal follows the Chicago Manual of Style (Notes and Bibliography system).
Footnotes or endnotes must be used for citations
Bibliographies should be complete and accurate
Archival sources must be cited with sufficient detail for verification
Authors are responsible for ensuring citation accuracy and consistency.

Figures, Tables, and Illustrations
Figures and tables must be numbered sequentially
Each figure or table should include a clear title and source
Images must be high resolution and submitted as separate files
Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for any copyrighted material

Ethical Standards
Authors must adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity.
Submissions must be original and not under consideration elsewhere
All sources must be properly acknowledged
Plagiarism, data fabrication, or misrepresentation will result in rejection
Any potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed

Peer Review Process
All research articles undergo blind peer review.
Initial editorial screening for scope and quality
Review by independent expert reviewers
Authors may be asked to revise and resubmit
Final decisions rest with the editorial board

Copyright and Licensing
Authors retain full copyright of their work.
All accepted articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, allowing reuse with proper attribution to the author(s) and the journal.

Author Responsibilities
Authors are responsible for:
Accuracy of content and citations
Securing permissions for third-party materials
Ensuring compliance with journal guidelines
Responding to reviewer comments in a timely and professional manner

Submission Process
Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal’s official submission system or via the email address provided on the journal website. Authors will receive an acknowledgment upon successful submission.

Contact
For submission inquiries or editorial correspondence, authors should contact the editorial office through the journal’s official communication channels.