Section Policies

Editorial and Commentary

Includes editors’ reflections on a topic or introduction to the current issue. Commentary from readers is also welcome. 

Research Articles

Original findings resulting from quantitative, qualitative or mixed methods research should be submitted for this section. Articles which do not employ an explicitly defined research methodology should be submitted as an “Essay” contribution. 

All research articles must include a structured abstract of no more than 250 words.

Essays

Submissions to this section should reflect the continuing development of medieval studies through explorations of issues relevant to the aims and scope of this publication.  

All essays must include a structured abstract of no more than 250 words.

Book Review Articles

This section provides a forum for description and critical evaluation of the quality, effectiveness and value of recent books within the scope of the journal.

Media Review Articles

This section provides a forum for description and critical evaluation of the quality, effectiveness and value of recent piece of media (i.e. film, video game) within the scope of the journal.