The Historical Journal A project of Cambridge University Press (see other related projects). About Founded in 1958, The Historical Journal publishes on all aspects of history since 1500, providing a forum for younger scholars making a distinguished debut as well as publishing the work of historians with an international reputation. The journal publishes original research in full-length articles and shorter communications and major surveys of the field in historiographical reviews and review articles. Contributions are aimed both at specialists and non-specialists. Peer Review: This publication uses peer review for some or all submissions. Check for details. Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 1958 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 4 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationPublished 4 x per year AI Policy AI use may be permitted in some circumstances (see their site for details) Nonfiction Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: Scholars.Lengths: Review: Up to 8,000 words. Article: Up to 10,000 words.Styles:Academic, Critical.Topics: History: General, See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are NOT allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to publication's website Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:X (Twitter) @jmodafstudies Support this Publisher: Subscribe For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Historical Journal Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. We have not received any submission reports for this listing in the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsThe Bulletin of the School of Oriental and African StudiesCambridge Opera Journal DNQCanadian Journal of PhilosophyCentral European HistoryThe Classical QuarterlyContemporary European HistoryDance Research JournalEarly Music HistoryEpistemeGovernment & OppositionThe Journal of African HistoryJournal of American StudiesThe Journal of Ecclesiastical HistoryJournal of Latin American Studies DNQJournal of LinguisticsThe Journal of Modern African StudiesThe Journal of Roman StudiesJournal of Southeast Asian Studies DNQLanguage in SocietyModern Asian StudiesNew Testament StudiesNew Theatre QuarterlyPopular MusicProceedings of the Prehistoric SocietyQueensland Review DNQReligious StudiesRural HistoryShakespeare Survey Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 18 Jun 2026For scholarly publications, we check their guidelines for changes twice a year, and we audit the listing once a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only