Journal Details
Cataloging & Classification Quarterly
Instructions for Authors
Cataloging & Classification Quarterly provides an effective international forum for information and discussion in the field of bibliographic organization. This highly respected journal considers the full spectrum of creation, content, management, use, and usability of bibliographic records, including the principles, functions, and techniques of descriptive cataloging; the wide range of methods of subject analysis and classification; provision of access for all formats of materials; and policies, planning, and issues connected to the effective use of bibliographic metadata in modern society. The journal deals with the historic setting as well as with the contemporary, and with theory and scholarly research as well as with practical applications. In a rapidly changing field, it seeks out and fosters new developments in the transition to new forms of bibliographic control and encourages the innovative and the nontraditional.
Cataloging & Classification Quarterly emphasizes full-length research and review articles, descriptions of new programs and technology relevant to cataloging and classification, considered speculative articles on improved methods of bibliographic control for the future, and solicited book reviews. To assist in achieving the journal's goal of excellence, articles are refereed. Topics include: cataloging and preservation; cataloging for digital resources; cataloging for special collections and archives; classification and subject analysis and access, descriptive cataloging; education and training for cataloging and classification; the internationalization of cataloging; management of cataloging and related functions; maps and other cartographic and spatial materials; online retrieval; usability issues related to the catalog; use of catalog records.
Authors are strongly encouraged to submit manuscripts via email to the editor as an attached Word document. Alternately, submissions can be made via surface mail to the editor. Include the original and an electronic copy in Word format on disk or CD-ROM. The editor will acknowledge the receipt of your manuscript via email. If you would prefer to receive this acknowledgment by mail, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope for this purpose. Manuscripts should be submitted to Sandy Roe (email: skroe@ilstu.edu),
Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become the property of the publisher. All parts of the manuscript should be type written, double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides. Number manuscript pages consecutively throughout the paper. Authors should also supply a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 character spaces. Each article should be summarized in an abstract of not more than 100 words. Manuscripts may be approximately 10-35 pages double-spaced (including references and abstract). Avoid abbreviations, diagrams, and reference to the text in the abstract.
References, citations, and general style of manuscripts for this journal should follow the latest edition of The
Journal: 23. Judith Lewis, “‘Tis a Misfortune to Be a Great Ladie': Material Mortalisty in the British Aristocracy, 1558–1959,” Journal of British Studies 37 (1998): 26–53.
Book: 1. Salman Rushdie, The Ground Beneath Her Feet (
Contribution to a Book: 1. Brendan Phibbs, “Herrlisheim: Diary of a
Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:
- 300 dpi or higher
- Sized to fit on journal page (not larger than 5 x 7 inches)
- EPS, TIFF, PDF, or PSD format only
- Submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files
Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in color art reproduction. Color art can be purchased for online only reproduction or for print + online reproduction. Color reprints can only be ordered if print + online reproduction costs are paid. Rates for color art reproduction are: Online Only Reproduction: $225 for the first page of color; $100 per page for the next three pages of color; A maximum charge $525.00 applies. Print + Online Reproduction: $900 for the first page of color; $450 per page for the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than four pages of color.
Tables and Figures
Tables and figures (illustrations) should not be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet.
Proofs
Page proofs are sent to the designated author using Taylor & Francis' Central Article Tracking System (CATS). They must be carefully checked and returned within 48 hours of receipt.
Reprints and Issues.
Reprints of individual articles are available for order at the time authors review page proofs. A discount on reprints is available to authors who order before print publication. Each corresponding author will receive one copy of the issue in which the article appears and a complimentary PDF. This file is for personal use only and may not be copied and disseminated in any form without prior written permission from Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.
