Journal of Language and Literature Inquiry (JLLI) is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes high-quality research across diverse fields of language and literary studies, including linguistics, applied linguistics, language education, literature, literary criticism, translation studies, cultural studies, discourse studies, communication, and related interdisciplinary research. The journal aims to provide an inclusive scholarly platform for researchers, academics, educators, practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate original research that contributes to theoretical development, empirical knowledge, critical interpretation, pedagogical innovation, and solutions to contemporary issues in language, literature, and culture.

JLLI welcomes multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary studies that connect language, literature, and culture to address complex local, national, regional, and global issues. The journal encourages research that integrates perspectives from linguistics, literary studies, culture, education, communication, media, translation, and society. By promoting cross-disciplinary dialogue, JLLI seeks to support the advancement of knowledge that is academically rigorous, culturally relevant, and beneficial for wider communities.

The scope of Journal of Language and Literature Inquiry (JLLI) includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

Linguistics (Macro and Micro)

• Theoretical linguistics (phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics)
• Applied linguistics
• Sociolinguistics and anthropological linguistics
• Psycholinguistics and neurolinguistics
• Discourse analysis and critical discourse studies
• Corpus linguistics and computational linguistics
• Language acquisition and language development

Langauge Studies and Education

• Language teaching and learning (TESOL, EFL/ESL, multilingual education)
• Curriculum and pedagogy in language education
• Language assessment and evaluation
• Technology-enhanced language learning

Literary Studies

• Literary theory and criticism
• Comparative literature
• World literature and postcolonial studies
• Genre studies (poetry, prose, drama, digital literature)
• Contemporary and classical literature

Language, Literature, and Culture

• Cultural studies and intercultural communication
• Language and identity
• Translation and interpretation studies
• Media, popular culture, and digital discourse
• Literature in social and cultural contexts

The journal accepts original research articles, literature reviews, systematic reviews, bibliometric studies, conceptual papers, case studies, policy papers, and applied research reports. Submissions may use quantitative, qualitative, mixed-method, experimental, comparative, or interdisciplinary approaches, provided that they demonstrate originality, methodological soundness, academic contribution, and relevance to the journal’s focus on language, literature, and culture.

Journal of Language and Literature Inquiry (JLLI) particularly encourages manuscripts that address real-world problems and offer meaningful contributions to knowledge, practice, education, cultural understanding, and community development. The journal welcomes studies from various geographical contexts and disciplinary backgrounds, especially research that promotes linguistic awareness, literary appreciation, cultural understanding, educational improvement, intercultural dialogue, digital literacy, and critical engagement with social change.