Proposal Policy

Unsolicited Proposals

Unsolicited proposals are sent by email to either or both of the co-directors in charge of acquisition.

If an unsolicited proposal is totally inappropriate, not directed specifically to punctum, or otherwise unacceptable/spammy, no response is sent.

If an unsolicited proposal is appropriate, a response is sent. Based on the proposal, manuscript, and other materials provided, the acquisition editors decide whether to reject the proposal or invite the submission of a full ms. during the annual submission period from May 1 to July 31.

Solicited Proposals

Solicited proposals are those actively sought out by the co-directors. Arrangements for the review process are made on an individual basis. 

Document Control

Document ID	POL-006
Document Owner	Vincent
Version	1.0
Last Date of Change	November 10, 2025
Next Review Due Date
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