Research Guides: Graduate Student Guide: Writing & Publishing

Writing

Oxford English Dictionary
Complete text of the 20-volume Oxford English Dictionary, including current definitions as well as the historical development of individual words and the English language.

Bloomsbury Thesaurus
"Full of synonyms, alternatives, and a fascinating network of cross-references, reflecting both technical and day-to-day aspects of Modern English. It is designed to appeal to both established word-reference enthusiasts and younger users who are just beginning to explore the language."

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Credo Reference

Preparing to Publish, Sarah Huffman; Elena Cotos; and Kimberly Becker
This book offers a wealth of instructional material on the topic of research article writing for publication and thesis or dissertation completion. The text provides graduate student writers with helpful information, strategies, and tips on navigating disciplinary writing in their fields and how to understand, dissect, and ultimately, construct their own research article.

Think, Check, Submit
"Through a range of tools and practical resources, this international, cross-sector initiative aims to educate researchers, promote integrity, and build trust in credible research and publications."
Directory of Open Access Journals
"Independent index containing almost 17,500 peer-reviewed, open access journals covering all areas of science, technology, medicine, social sciences, arts and humanities."

Ulrich's Periodicals Directory
An international directory featuring over 300,000 publications, including academic journals, mainstream magazines, newspapers, newsletters, and more."
MLA Directory of Periodicals
Directory of journals in the field of English language, including language, literature, folklore, and pedagogy, compiled and updated by the Modern Language Association.
Cabell's Journalytics (Business Set)
Journal data, evaluation metrics, and manuscript submission details for over 3,000 business journals. Note: The library's subscription does not provide access to the Predatory Reports component.

Literary Magazines
"Find a home for your poems, stories, essays, and reviews by researching the publications vetted by our editorial staff and listed in the Literary Magazines database. Here you’ll find editorial policies, submission guidelines, and contact information—everything you need to determine which publications match your vision for your writing and your writing life."

Journal Citation Reports
An essential tool for evaluating academic journals using citation data from over 11,000 publications since 1997. It spans science, technology, social sciences, and the arts, offering impact factors, citation rankings, trending titles, and volume metrics.

Research Impact 101, Anne-Wil Harzing
"Provides an overview of six key issues in the assessment of research impact."