Editing Process
Once a manuscript has completed the initial screening process, it is edited in three stages. Initially, the article is assigned to an executive editor, who serves as a contact person for the author. This editor reads the manuscript, discusses it with the author, and proposes possible substantive, structural, and stylistic changes. The manuscript then is returned to the author for his or her review and changes, if necessary. Upon receipt from the author of this revised draft, a committee reviews that draft and all other submissions for the issue and determines which articles will be published.
After accepting a manuscript, the process of cite checking begins. In cite checking, staff editors examine the manuscript to ensure that all citations are accurate and complete, and that they properly support the textual propositions. These editors also indicate if and where additional documentation is needed. The contact person then critically evaluates the body of the article for the purpose of enhancing both style and substance.
Any changes affecting the substance or structure of the article will be brought to the attention of the author. Stylistic and technical corrections also will be brought to the author's attention where appropriate. Further requests for sources and documentation also may be made.
After the author approves the editorial revisions and any necessary additional documentation has been provided, the edited manuscript will be put into first page proofs. The Review will send the author a copy of his or her page proofs for final review. All changes from this point forward will be technical in nature, and will be the responsibility of the editors.