Journal editors
Discover how to attract submissions, promote your journal, build lasting relationships with your reviewers, and improve your journal's reputation.
We value our editors. We understand that the time and effort you invest in your journal has an enormous part to play in its success. Here, you'll find tips and information designed to support you in this crucial role.
In this section
Your Emerald team
Find out more about the roles of publisher, publishing editor and content editor and how they can help you.
Your editorial team
A guide to the roles and responsibilities of editors, guest editors, additional editors and editorial board members.
Attract submissions
Looking for the right balance of quality and quantity? We can help.
Run a successful journal
Our practical guide looks at how the publishing process works, special issues, submissions, peer review, and more.
Find and keep reviewers
Our useful tips are designed to help you source new reviewers and build lasting relationships.
Promote your journal
We explore the steps we take to promote your journal, as well as ideas and advice on how you can get involved.
Develop and monitor your journal
Everything you need to know about strategy, improving journal reputation and the power of metrics.
Publishing ethics guidelines
Understand the responsibilities of editors, authors and reviewers, and what to do if an allegation of misconduct is made.
Open research
Find out more about our commitment to open research and open access.
Benefits of being an editor
Did you know, being a journal editor with Emerald entitles you to:
- Free online access to your journal
- 35% discount on books in our Emerald Bookstore
If you haven’t already received your discount code, please contact your publisher.
Watch our video to see how we support our authors and editors.