Full Title: Studies in Literature and Culture: from Theory to Practice (SLIC)
Publisher: University of Qom
Country of Publication: Iran
ISSN: 3115-9532
ISSN-L: 3115-9532
Publication Frequency: Semiannual (2 issues per year)
Language of Publication: English
Access Policy: Open Access
Peer Review Model: Double-blind peer review

Journal Overview

Studies in Literature and Culture: from Theory to Practice (SLIC) provides an academic platform for the publication of original and innovative research in literary and cultural studies. The journal seeks to support high-quality scholarly work characterized by theoretical rigor, methodological clarity, and intellectual depth.

Editorial Policy

All manuscripts submitted to SLIC undergo an initial editorial assessment within seven days to ensure relevance to the journal’s scope and compliance with submission guidelines. Qualified manuscripts are then evaluated through a double-blind peer review process conducted by at least two independent reviewers.

The average duration of the peer review process is approximately two months.

Publication Charges

SLIC operates under a fully open-access publishing model.
There are no submission fees, no article processing charges (APCs), and no publication fees for authors.

All published articles are freely accessible to readers without subscription or payment.

Plagiarism Screening

All submissions are screened for similarity using the Samim Noor Similarity Detection System prior to peer review.

Editorial Independence

Editorial decisions are made solely on the basis of scholarly merit, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope. The publisher does not interfere in editorial decision-making.

Archiving and Digital Preservation

The journal ensures long-term accessibility of its content through structured digital publication practices and DOI registration.