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Call for Original Manuscripts

Write for THE BLOC

The Bloc solicits original and well-researched contributions from students, scholars, and writers across disciplines. We curate evidence-backed perspectives across policy, politics, economy, and society.

Authors are requested to adhere strictly to the guidelines detailed below prior to submitting their work for review.

At a Glance
  • 2 Submission Categories Short-form (500–800w) & Long-form (1200–1500w)
  • Zero-Tolerance AI Policy Submissions must be 100% human-written
  • Accepted File Types .doc or .docx documents attached via email
  • Editorial Feedback All authors notified of evaluation outcome
Go to Submission Desk
Standard Operating Procedures

Submission Guidelines

Mandatory for all contributors
01

Word Limit & Scope

Enforced

Submissions may be made under either of the following categories. Authors are strictly advised to remain within the prescribed word limits to ensure clarity, depth, and conciseness in their arguments.

Category I Op-eds / Briefs

Short-form Entries

500 – 800 Words

Ideal for sharp, focused commentary on breaking events, political debates, economic trends, legislative developments, or topical societal issues.

Citation Standard: Hyperlinked in text
Category II Essays / Papers

Long-form Entries

1200 – 1500 Words

Suited for exhaustive socio-political evaluations, structural governance reviews, political economy treatises, and empirical multidisciplinary research essays.

Citation Standard: APA / MLA / Chicago
Manuscripts exceeding or falling short of these brackets will be returned for structural truncation or expansion.
02

Originality and Academic Integrity

All submissions must be the author's original, authentic, and unpublished work. THE BLOC maintains uncompromising scholarly standards regarding academic honesty.

Zero-Tolerance Integrity Standard Rejection Threshold: >20%

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for content generation is strictly prohibited. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated. Any submission found to contain plagiarised or AI-generated content exceeding 20 per cent shall be rejected outright without editorial review.

Citation & Source Consultation Protocols

Where appropriate, authors should provide proper citations and references for all sources consulted to ensure accountability:

For Short-form Entries

Sources can be hyperlinked directly within the relevant keywords or factual claims across the text.

For Long-form Entries

Rigorous formal references formatted in either APA, MLA, or Chicago styling are preferred.

03

Submission Process

Manuscripts should be carefully formatted and submitted exclusively in .doc or .docx format via email. PDF submissions will not be accepted.

Official Editorial Inbox
submissionsthebloc@gmail.com
Open Mail Client
RECOMMENDED EMAIL BODY FORMAT 
Dear Editors at THE BLOC,

Please find attached my manuscript for consideration:
- Manuscript Title: [Insert Title]
- Track: [Short-form (500-800 words) / Long-form (1200-1500 words)]
- Word Count: [Exact count]

Author Details:
- Full Name: [Your Full Name]
- Affiliation: [Current Academic or Professional Affiliation]
- Bio Note (50 words): [Brief bio highlighting your background and focus]
- Contact Information: [Phone Number & Preferred Email]

I confirm that this is an original, unpublished piece of work written solely by myself and complies with THE BLOC's originality and integrity guidelines.

Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
04

Author Information

Authors must explicitly include the following details within the body of their email alongside their manuscript attachment:

Full Legal Name

Your official name as you wish it to appear on the published article byline.

Brief Bio Note

Current academic or professional affiliation along with research interests (under 50 words).

Contact Details

Active email address, WhatsApp/mobile contact, and optional LinkedIn/social handle.

05

Editorial Discretion & Review Lifecycle

The editorial team of The Bloc reserves the right to accept, reject, or edit any submission based on its quality, originality, relevance, and adherence to these guidelines. The authors will be duly informed of the acceptance, rejection, or necessary revisions regarding their entry.

Manuscript Journey

STAGE 01
Desk Receipt

Automated intake, word limit verification & plagiarism scan.

STAGE 02
Editorial Appraisal

Evaluation of argument strength, relevance, and analytical depth.

STAGE 03
Revisions & Line Edit

Author notified of feedback or targeted editorial suggestions.

STAGE 04
Formal Publication

Final proofing, byline attribution, and digital distribution.

Self-Assessment Tool

Interactive Pre-Submission Checklist

Verify compliance with our editorial standards before dispatching your email. Check all four parameters to confirm readiness.

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Transmit Manuscript to THE BLOC

"We look forward to receiving thoughtful, innovative, and original contributions."

Contributor FAQ

Common Editorial Inquiries

Can undergraduate and master's students submit?

Yes, absolutely. THE BLOC welcomes rigorous writing across political science, public economics, international affairs, sociology, and law from students, researchers, independent scholars, and professionals alike.

Are submissions reviewed on a rolling basis?

Yes. Our editorial desk evaluates submissions continuously throughout the year. Special calls for thematic issues or symposiums will be highlighted separately under our announcements.

Are co-authored manuscripts accepted?

Co-authorship (up to two authors) is permitted. Please ensure the email body includes full legal names, bio notes, and affiliations for both authors.

How long does the editorial review take?

Our team aims to provide an initial desk response regarding acceptance, requested revisions, or non-selection within 7 to 14 working days of submission receipt.