Submission Deadline: May 1st, 2026
Submit via: journal.vu.edu.pk

The Virtual Journal of Language, Literature and Culture (VJLLC) is now accepting submissions for its inaugural issue (Vol. 1i, Issue 1), to be published in late 2026.

We welcome original contributions that explore all aspects of language, literature, and culture, especially those that challenge conventional academic boundaries and promote interdisciplinary dialogue.

Topics of Interest Include (but are not limited to):

Language & Linguistics

• First and Second Language Acquisition
• Applied Linguistics and Teaching Methodologies
• Syntax, Semantics, Phonology, and Discourse Analysis
• Bilingualism, Multilingualism, and Language Policy
• Sociolinguistics and Psycholinguistics

Literary Studies

• All Literary Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Drama, Non-fiction
• Literary Theory and Criticism
• Comparative, Global, and Indigenous Literatures
• Postcolonial, Gender, and Diaspora Studies
• Translation and Adaptation Studies

Cultural Studies

• Popular Culture, Media, and Visual Arts
• Cultural Identity, Memory, and Heritage
• Intercultural Communication and Globalization
• Ritual, Folklore, and Traditional Knowledge
• Performance and Representation in Cultural Contexts

 Submission Categories:

• Research Articles (5,000–8,000 words)
• Theoretical or Conceptual Essays (4,000–6,000 words)
• Book/Film Reviews (1,000–2,000 words)
• Creative Writing (Poetry, Short Stories, Literary Translations)
• Cultural Commentaries and Interviews (1,500–3,000 words)

Submission Guidelines:

• Format: MS Word (.doc/.docx)
• Style: MLA 9th or APA 7th edition
• Include: Abstract (150–250 words), 5–7 keywords, and a short author biography
• Clearly acknowledge any use of AI tools (e.g., for grammar check)

Submit Your Work:

All manuscripts must be submitted through our online submission system by May 1st, 2026.

For inquiries, please contact the editorial team at: [engjournal@vu.edu.pk]

We look forward to publishing a diverse and groundbreaking collection of work in our first issue—one that reflects the rich, evolving dialogue between language, literature, and culture.