Special Issues
Advance groundbreaking research in your field and amplify its impact with a Special Issue. Whether you’re ready to propose, edit, or contribute, we’re here to guide you through every step of the process.
Proposing a Special Issue
Want to bring a critical research topic into the spotlight? Learn how to develop and submit a compelling Special Issue proposal.
Guest Editor responsibilities
Explore the critical role of a Guest Editor and the value it brings to your professional profile.
Submitting to a Special Issue
Discover why publishing in a Wiley Special Issue can elevate your research and expand its reach.
What are Special Issues?
A Special Issue is a collection of articles that focuses on a specific and timely research topic within the scope of a journal. From trending themes and emerging breakthroughs to significant historical milestones or industry events, Special Issues deliver curated collections of high-impact research.
All Special Issue proposals are reviewed by dedicated content teams and journal Editors prior to launch. Special Issue articles undergo the same rigorous peer-review process as regular journal articles to uphold Wiley’s high publication standards. Our goal is to ensure that every Special Issue contributes meaningfully to advancing the academic conversation.
Why lead a Special Issue as a Guest Editor?
Becoming a Guest Editor opens doors to new academic opportunities. Here’s how you benefit:
Highlight emerging topics in your field, driving attention and discussion.
Expand your influence and professional reputation within the research community.
Build your global network by collaborating with peers and leading voices in your discipline.
Play a central role in shaping scientific discourse and communication.
Enhance your academic credentials, gaining recognition from peers and promotion committees.
When you collaborate with Wiley as a Lead Guest Editor, you also gain valuable editorial experience, allowing you to leave a lasting impact on your field of research.
The Special Issue timeline
The process of publishing a Special Issue typically spans 8 to 12 months. Here’s a general breakdown:
Proposal review and acceptance (1-2 months): Your proposal is reviewed by dedicated content teams and journal Editors.
Call for papers and author submission (3-5 months): Authors develop and submit their manuscripts.
Peer review and revisions (3-6 months): Manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer-review process, followed by author revisions.
Production and issue compilation (2 months): Once finalized, your issue is published and made accessible to the global research community.
Submit your proposal today
Are you ready to make a significant contribution to your research community? Lead a Special Issue in one of our journals and drive the advancement of your field.