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Cover Letter Guide
A cover letter introduces a manuscript and explains its fit with the journal’s aims.
AUTHOR RESOURCE
Cover Letter Guide
A cover letter introduces a manuscript and explains its fit with the journal’s aims.

Practical checklist
- Address the editor and identify the manuscript.
- State novelty, significance and relevance.
- Disclose prior publication or simultaneous submission status.
Additional considerations
Make sure that statements are supported by appropriate references and that your writing clearly distinguishes reported evidence, interpretation and recommendations. Review the original journal instructions for detailed format rules and current requirements.
This resource is an educational summary, not a newly issued official journal policy.
