Journal profile
Lire Journal
ISSN 2598-1803 · eISSN 2581-2130 · English Department of Bangka Belitung University, Indonesia · Indonesia
Lire Journal: fully open access; APC charged, amount not published; review about 6 weeks (community reports); 48 articles in 2025.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Lire Journal is published by English Department of Bangka Belitung University, Indonesia. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Linguistics and Language Analysis, American and British Literature Analysis and Cultural and political discourse analysis, together about 27.8% of its articles. Its main subfields are Language and Linguistics. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
Lire Journal (Journal of Linguistics and Literature) is a refereed journal dedicated to the publication of research in the areas of Language, Literature, and Culture. The journal aims to provide a platform for scholars and practitioners to discuss and disseminate their work widely, fostering a global dialogue on relevant issues. The journal focuses on the following areas: Language: This includes Micro Linguistics (Morphology, Phonology, Syntax, Semantics) and Macro Linguistics (Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Psycholinguistics, Discourse Analysis, Critical Discourse Analysis, Pragmatics, Stylistics, Corpus Linguistics, etc.). We welcome research that explores both theoretical and practical applications of language studies. Literature: Covers various forms of literature, including Old, Modern, and Contemporary Literature, as well as Comparative Literature. We encourage contributions that analyze literary works through diverse critical lenses, including cultural, historical, and socio-political perspectives. Study of Culture: Explores Cultural Texts and Practices, such as Popular Culture (including Movie Analysis, Music Analysis, Media Studies), Cultural Translations, and the impact of globalization on cultural expressions. We seek studies that examine the interplay between culture and society. We invite submissions that contribute to the understanding of these fields and foster academic dialogue. Our aim is to publish well-researched articles that not only advance scholarly knowledge but also engage with contemporary issues relevant to a broader audience. By providing a public platform for publication, Lire Journal hopes to inspire scholars to engage with pressing issues in language, literature, and culture, enriching the academic community. We encourage innovative methodologies and interdisciplinary approaches that broaden the scope of research in these areas. In addition, we welcome articles that address the following topics: Emerging trends in linguistics and their applications in real-world contexts. Comparative studies of literary genres across cultures. The role of technology in the dissemination of literature and cultural practices. Critical analyses of contemporary cultural phenomena and their societal implications.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Editor-in-chief M. AfifullohPublisher website
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named Indonesia 18, Thailand 1 (19 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Linguistics and Language AnalysisArts and Humanities14.7%
- American and British Literature AnalysisArts and Humanities7.3%
- Cultural and political discourse analysisSocial Sciences5.8%
- Translation Studies and PracticesArts and Humanities5.6%
- Discourse Analysis in Language StudiesArts and Humanities4.8%
- Language, Discourse, Communication StrategiesArts and Humanities4.8%
- EFL/ESL Teaching and LearningArts and Humanities4.3%
- Syntax, Semantics, Linguistic VariationArts and Humanities4.3%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
DOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- h-index
- 6OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 1OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0.16OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 234 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 30 | 30 | 21 |
| 2025 | 48 | 48 | 56 |
| 2024 | 34 | 34 | 35 |
| 2023 | 27 | 27 | 41 |
| 2022 | 18 | 18 | 20 |
| 2021 | 19 | 19 | 9 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
- Average review time (community reports)
- about 6 weeksLetPub ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 6 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Fully open accessDOAJ
Every article is open access; authors usually pay an article processing charge (APC).
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | IDR 1,000,000 | No | CC BY-SA | |
| OpenAlex | IDR 750,000 | — | — | |
| LetPub | IDR 750,000 | No | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare3 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- ≤ 300 words
- Manuscript length
- ≤ 7,000 words
- Reference style
- Author–date
Policy excerpts from the journal's websitePublication ethics, License & copyright, Open access, Peer review, Plagiarism
- Publication ethics Publication Ethics
Understand the ethical guidelines for publishing in our journal. More
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright Licensing and Copyright
Review our licensing and copyright terms for published works. More
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open Access Policy
Learn about our open access policy and how we ensure your research is freely accessible. More
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Review Process
Understand our peer-review process for submitted papers. More
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Plagiarism Plagiarism Policy
Read our policy on plagiarism and how we ensure originality. More
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- English Department of Bangka Belitung University, Indonesia
- Country or region
- Indonesia
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 2598-1803
- Electronic ISSN
- 2581-2130
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 10, Issue 3 (2026)
- Official links
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Lire Journal
How long does peer review take at Lire Journal?
Authors report an average review time of about 6 weeks. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of Lire Journal?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: ≤ 300 words; Manuscript length: ≤ 7,000 words; Reference style: Author–date. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Lire Journal based?
Of the 19 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are Indonesia (18) and Thailand (1). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Lire Journal?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Lire Journal is indexed in DOAJ.
Is Lire Journal open access, and what is the APC?
Lire Journal is a fully open-access journal. APC charged, amount not published.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, DOAJ, Publisher website; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-26). Last updated: .