SEL Studies in English Literature 1500-1900
Author Guidelines

SEL invites historical and critical essays of moderate length (ca. 6,250 words including endnotes, double-spaced, in at least 12-point) that contribute significantly to the understanding of British literature, 1500-1900. Typescripts should be double-spaced throughout, including inset quotations and endnotes, and should be prepared in conformity with the Chicago Manual of Style. Please do not submit computer disk until final revisions of accepted articles are complete. We will not consider articles being submitted simultaneously elsewhere, nor will we print essays to appear in a book within a year of publication by SEL. Those wishing to omit their identities from manuscripts may do so, but should include a cover letter.

Manuscripts submitted for publication should be addressed to:

SEL Studies in English Literature 1500-1900
Rice University MS-46
P.O. Box 1892
Houston TX 77251-1892
 
If sending via overnight courier, the physical address is:
 
SEL Studies in English Literature 1500-1900
Rice University MS-46
Fondren Library
6100 Main Street
Houston TX 77005-1827
 
Send two copies with SASE or SAE/sufficient stamps or international postage coupons for return. Receipt of manuscripts will be acknowledged by email or postcard. Editorial decisions often take a minimum of four months.