About the Journal
"Literary Horizons: An International Journal" is a peer reviewed journal which publishes research on literature in relation to culture, history, society, philosophy, technology, and many more disciplines.
The purpose of the journal is to publish scholarly research on literature studies, literature tradition, literary criticism and genre literature. The scope of this journal covers different types of literature, including:
Poetry
Fiction
Drama
Novels
Short stories
Essays
Autobiography and memoir
Oral and folk traditions
Graphic narratives
Digital literature
Experimental literary forms
The journal encourages research that combines textual interpretation with appropriate theoretical, historical, cultural, comparative, or interdisciplinary perspectives.
Core Areas of Scholarly Interest
| Research Area | Focus |
|---|---|
| Literary Theory | Theories of interpretation, textuality, and literary meaning |
| World Literature | Global literary traditions and circulation |
| Postcolonial Studies | Colonial discourse, resistance, hybridity |
| Gender Studies | Gender, sexuality, identity, and representation |
| Translation | Literary translation and cultural exchange |
| Digital Literature | Technology-mediated literary expression |
| Environmental Literature | Literature, ecology, and climate concerns |
The journal is also recognizing the growing importance of technology in relation to literature. Contributions in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital storytelling, computer-based literary studies, online literary culture, and new forms of authorship are especially encouraged.
What the Journal Values
This journal values research in particular that shows:
- Originality – Contribution to existing research.
- Academic Rigor – Sound theory and methodology.
- Critical Discussion – Engaging with previous literature.
- Interdisciplinarity – Linkage between literature and other subjects.
- Cultural Variety – Engagement with diverse literatures.
- Current Focus – Focusing on current issues within the literature.
Contributions are encouraged from academics, junior academics, PhD researchers, lecturers, and interdisciplinary scholars.
By means of scholarly research and international academic discourse, Literary Horizons hopes to contribute towards the ongoing evolution of literary studies and provide room for fresh perspectives on literature and culture.
