Author Guidelines

BiblioHub: Journal of Library and Information Studies only accepts manuscripts written both in Bahasa Indonesia and English. Please take the time ro read our guidelines below as part of the submission process to ensure your paper matches the journal's requirements.

  • Author should firstly download the journal template as it can help to follow the journal layout.
  • The manuscript has not been previously published, nor been considered in another journal.
  • The manuscript file is in Microsoft Word format (.doc).
  • Regarding the bibliography/references, the journal applies APA Style 7th. Therefore, we hope author(s) concern on it. In addition, it is suggested for author(s) to use reference manager tools such as  Mendeley, Zotero, Endnote, Refwork, etc.

a.) The Manuscript General Guidelines

  • The manuscript is the authentic research result that has not been published yet in other publication media or publishing houses.
  • The manuscript does not contain any plagiarism element. The editorial board will directly reject the text that indicates plagiarism.
  • The manuscript that has been written under the guidelines of BiblioHub: Journal of Library and Information Studies (in MS Word format, use this article template) must be submitted through Online Submission System using Open Journal System (OJS)
  • The manuscript which is inappropriate with the BiblioHub: Journal of Library and Information Studies's template will be returned to the author before the reviewing process.
  • The manuscript can be written both in Bahasa Indonesia or English with the academic standard language. 
  • The manuscript should consist of 3000 to 6000 words including pictures and tables. 
  • The manuscript is written on A4-sized papers (210x297 mm), with custom margins as follows: left 25 mm, right 20 mm, bottom 20 mm and top 30 mm.
  • The words from uncommon or foreign languages are stated in Italic format. For the article in Bahasa Indonesia, foreign terms or words should be avoided. Each paragraph started 5 mm from the left side border while there is no spaces among paragraphs. All numbers are written in Arabic numbering format, except for the new sentence.
  • The tables and pictures are placed in the text group after the referenced tables or pictures. Each picture must be given a caption (Figure Caption) below the picture and be numbered in Arabic numbering format followed by the picture title. Each table must be given a table title (Table Caption) and numbered in Arabic numbering format above the table followed by the table title. 
  • The pictures attachment should be guaranteed that they can be printed well (font size, resolution and line space are clearly seen). The picture, the table, and the chart should be placed in the center between text groups. If it has a bigger size, it can be placed in the center of page. The table should not contain vertical lines, while horizontal lines are allowed only for the important point.

b.) The Guidelines for the Manuscript Body Text

 

Title:  The article’s title is briefly, clearly, and precisely written in English or Indonesia. It is left-aligned with a Title Case format used to suit this template. The title may not contain approximately 12-16 uncommon words using Cambria 16 pt.

Author's name: The author's name is written without an academic degree using Cambria letters 11 pt Bold with colors according to the template and spaced once. When there is more than one author, the names are separated by commas (,) and do not need to be abbreviated. The author's name is written in one word, while in the online version (HTML), it is written in two words containing the same name (repeated) for metadata indexation purposes. It is also completed with affiliation address and country, written on the left alignment using 11 pt Cambria letters (see template).

Abstract and Keywords: The abstract need to contain at least:  a brief description of the background of the research, Purpose (research or article objectives) Method (describes the methods and procedures used to answer the research question) Results (information describing the research findings), and Conclusions (answers to hypotheses and/or research objectives, or summarizes scientific research findings). Abstract is written in approximately 200-250 words in Cambrian letters 10pt with 1 space and in 1 paragraph.

Keywords are mandated to be written below the abstract for each language, arranged in alphabetical order, and separated by a semicolon with 3-5 words according to the format of the writing guidelines.

 

A. INTRODUCTION (20-30%)

The introduction section should provide a comprehensive explanation of the research background, conceptual theory, problem formulation, previous studies, state of the art, and research objectives in a coherent and systematic manner.

Background presents the general context and theoretical foundation underlying the study, explaining the importance and relevance of the research topic within broader scientific and practical perspectives.

Conceptual Theory explains the main theories and concepts that form the foundation of the study. The discussion should present relevant theoretical perspectives and their relationship to the research topic.

 Problem Statement describes the research gaps, limitations, or unresolved issues identified in previous studies that require further investigation, while clarifying the significance of the problems addressed in the study.

Research Urgency explains why this study is essential to conduct right now and what the consequences would be if it is not carried out.

Previous Studies contains a critical and systematic review of relevant prior research, including at least five major studies published within the last ten years, to identify trends, developments, and research gaps as well as to strengthen the theoretical and conceptual foundation of the study.

State of the Art explains the novelty, originality, or distinctive contribution of the current research compared with previous studies and demonstrates how the study advances existing knowledge or introduces new approaches.

Purpose outlines the main objectives and expected outcomes of the research in line with the identified problems and theoretical framework.

 

B. METHOD (10-20%)

 This chapter describes the techniques employed to address the research problem, including the analytical methods applied. The research procedures must be presented in sufficient detail so that, if replicated by others using the same indicators and object characteristics, the outcomes would show only minimal variation.

 

C. RESULT AND DISCUSSION (50-70%)

The results and discussion section presents the research findings and scientific analysis supported by relevant data and evidence. The discussion should emphasize the interpretation and explanation of findings rather than merely presenting raw data. To improve clarity and readability, findings may be supported by tables, figures, photographs, or other visual representations accompanied by clear, logical, and systematic explanations. The presentation of results should be organized coherently in accordance with the research objectives, research questions, hypotheses, and selected research indicators.

Research Indicator 1. This sub-section presents the findings related to the first research indicator, supported by relevant data, analysis, and interpretation.

Research Indicator 2. This sub-section explains the findings derived from the second research indicator, including their interpretation and implications based on the obtained evidence.

Other Research Indicators. This sub-section discusses findings from other research indicators relevant to the study, along with their interpretation and implications within the research context.

Discussion of Main Research Findings. This sub-section compares the main findings with previous studies, theoretical frameworks, and relevant literature. The discussion should emphasize the contribution, novelty, or significance of the current research in relation to existing knowledge, analytical approaches, or research methodologies.

Other Findings (Optional). This optional sub-section discusses additional, unique, or unexpected findings identified during the research process and relates them to the broader scholarly literature and methodological framework of the study.

Research Limitations contains the limitations/deficiencies of the research, such as how representative the model is chosen or whether the sample size/location characteristics affect the conclusion when a similar study is conducted, etc.

 

D. CONCLUSION

This section presents concise conclusions derived from the research findings, objectives, or proposed hypotheses. The conclusion should summarize the main outcomes of the study without repeating the detailed discussion presented in the previous section. It should clearly reflect the achievement of the research objectives and the significance of the findings.

Authors may also include the limitations of the study as well as recommendations for future research (Future Work) whics describes potential directions for further studies based on the results of the current research. It may include opportunities to expand the findings, develop new approaches, or strengthen the contribution of the study to scientific development and broader societal applications. Suggestions for future investigation can also be presented, particularly when the research findings indicate promising areas for continued exploration.

 

E. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

This section is intended to recognize individuals, institutions, or organizations that contributed support, assistance, or guidance to the research but do not qualify for authorship. The acknowledgments should clearly mention the form of contribution provided, such as technical assistance, academic support, funding, or administrative help. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission from all acknowledged parties prior to publication (optional).

 

F. REFERENCES

All citations within the body of the article must correspond to entries in the Reference List, and vice versa. References should primarily consist of primary sources—such as scientific journal articles, research reports, and conference proceedings—which must account for at least 80% of the total bibliography and be published within the past ten (10) years. Each article is required to include a minimum of 15 primary references, complete with a DOI or URL for accessibility. Reference management should be conducted using the Mendeley application, and the formatting of both in-text citations and the reference list must comply with the APA 7th Edition (American Psychological Association) style as adopted by BiblioHub.