Non-Peer-Reviewed Working Papers | Submission & Publishing Guidelines

When an author submits a manuscript under the Non-Peer-Reviewed Working Papers category, the work undergoes an expedited internal editorial evaluation rather than an external double-blind review process. This stream is designed for preprints, policy briefs, preliminary research findings, institutional reports, and preliminary academic discussion papers that do not require external academic peer review prior to publication.

Editorial Review & Rapid Dissemination

Non-peer-reviewed working papers published with Dscholar Press International provide researchers and institutions with a platform for rapid scholarly communication and early feedback:

  • Internal Editorial Screening: The handling editor evaluates the submission for scope alignment, academic clarity, ethical standards, and general publication quality.
  • Technical & Plagiarism Check: Manuscripts are screened for similarity standards, citation integrity, and document structure before release.
  • Expedited Dissemination: Authors receive a swift editorial decision, allowing for immediate online indexing, policy circulation, and research sharing.
  • Persistent Identifiers: Accepted working papers receive dedicated Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) and e-ISBNs to ensure permanent, citable digital archiving.

Step-by-Step Submission Process for Authors

Authors submitting a non-peer-reviewed working paper can complete the submission process using the online system:

  1. Start & Select Category: Select Non-Peer-Reviewed Working Papers as your submission category. Ensure you select Monograph as the submission format in this initial step.
  2. Upload Files: Click Add File to open the upload window. Select the appropriate Submission Component (e.g., Full Manuscript or Abstract/Overview), upload your document, review the file details, click Complete, and then click Save and Continue.
  3. Enter Catalog Metadata: Enter the Working Paper Title and Subtitle (optional), followed by the complete Abstract (200–250 words). Scroll down to the Contributors section and click Add Contributor to enter the name, email, country, and institutional affiliation for all co-authors.
  4. Confirmation: Review the submission package, click Finish Submission, and confirm the final prompt to deliver the manuscript package to our editorial team.

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

To ensure uniform metadata registration and smooth digital indexation, submitted working papers must comply with the following standards:

Author & Contributor Details

Since external anonymization is not required for non-peer-reviewed submissions:

  • Authors may include their full names, affiliations, contact emails, and acknowledgments directly within the manuscript file.
  • Author profile details should also be entered in the contributor options during the online submission process.
  • Authors may include a brief 1-page author profile alongside the document front matter.

Document Specifications

  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx).
  • Font & Layout: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing, 1-inch margins on all sides.
  • Structure: Include Title, Abstract (200–250 words), Keywords (5–7 terms), Main Content with clear section headings, and References (if applicable).

Publication Options Upon Acceptance

Once a working paper passes internal editorial review and is accepted for publication, authors can select their preferred distribution model and physical format:

Access Models

  • Open Access: Free, unrestricted global access to the digital edition, maximizing citations, policy reach, and readership.
  • Subscription Access: Available to readers, institutions, and libraries through traditional purchase or subscription options.

Format Combinations

  • E-Book Only: Digital release (PDF/EPUB) with a dedicated DOI and e-ISBN.
  • Print Book Only: Physical edition available in Paperback or Hardcover with a Print ISBN.
  • E-Book + Paperback: Dual release providing immediate digital access alongside an affordable paperback edition with a dedicated DOI, e-ISBN, and Print ISBN.
  • E-Book + Hardbound: Dual release featuring the digital edition along with a premium library-grade hardcover edition with a dedicated DOI, e-ISBN, and Print ISBN.

Referencing Standards

Dscholar Press International enforces APA (7th Edition) for social sciences, economics, and humanities, or IEEE style for technical and engineering disciplines.

Reference Examples (APA 7th Edition)

Source Type Format Standard Example
Monograph / Working Paper Author, A. A. (Year). Title of working paper (Working Paper No. XX). Publisher. DOI Smith, J. D. (2024). Economic modeling of sustainable energy transitions. Dscholar Press. https://doi.org/10.XXXX/XXXXX
Edited Book Chapter Author, A. A. (Year). Title of chapter. In B. B. Editor (Ed.), Title of book (pp. xx–xx). Publisher. Kumar, R. (2025). Policy intervention frameworks. In A. Roy (Ed.), Perspectives on economic policy (pp. 45–60). Dscholar Press.
Journal Article Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of article. Title of Periodical, vol(issue), pp–pp. DOI Das, P., & Seal, S. (2024). Empirical analyses of trade flows. Journal of Policy Research, 12(2), 110–125. https://doi.org/10.XXXX/XXXXX

Submit Your Working Paper

If you are interested in publishing a non-peer-reviewed working paper with Dscholar Press International, the submission process can be initiated online. New authors must register first, while returning authors can directly log in.