Book Review Submissions

Gnovis seeks book reviews that incorporate an academic perspective, drawing on relevant theories or methodologies. In keeping with the journal’s interdisciplinary tradition, the editorial board invites interested students to pitch a book to review of their choosing. The reviewed book can come from any genre—academic, nonfiction, or even fiction—as long as it connects with the interdisciplinary themes of communication, culture, and technology.

Authors interested in writing a book review must follow a two-step process: 1) pitch a book to review, and 2) if the pitch is approved, write and submit the full review.

  • Pitch Deadline: November 7, 2025
  • Selection Notification: late November
  • Submission Deadline: January 9, 2026

1. Pitching a Book to Review

  • Book Review Pitch Form [link]
  • Deadline: November 7, 2025

Book review pitches should present a brief argument detailing the significance of the book and its connection to the broader fields of communication, culture, and technology. Please include explanations of your intended approach to the review and describe the relevant perspective or experience that equips you to offer a well-informed and insightful review. After careful consideration by our editorial team, gnovis book review editors will notify selected contributors by late November.

2. Submitting a Book Review

  • Deadline: January 9, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST.

If a pitch is approved, the author may proceed to write their review. Your review should critically analyze the book and demonstrate its relevance to the communication, culture, and technology framework. You can explore previous book reviews on our website for reference and inspiration. Selected writers will submit their full review to gnovis@georgetown.edu by January 9, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST.

Review Requirements & Formatting

  • File Format: MS Word document (.doc, .docx)
  • Length: We recommend keeping book reviews to roughly 600–2,000 words.
  • Formatting: Submissions must be in Times New Roman, 12 point font, double-spaced, using APA Style citations.
  • Required Heading: Please include a heading at the start of your review with the following information: Author / Editor Name. (Year of Publication) Book Title in italics. Publisher. Price. ISBN-13.

Critical Considerations

The following should be considered when writing the book review:

  • The book’s target audience, or who would find it useful
  • The book’s main arguments, goals, or questions, and how effectively these were achieved or addressed (please be constructive in your critique)
  • The background information or context surrounding the book’s topic
  • The book’s overall organization and structure
  • If relevant, the research methods used and their application
  • A general discussion about the book’s strengths and weaknesses

If you have any questions about how to ensure your review aligns to the above requirements, please contact gnovis@georgetown.edu. 

Book Review Editorial Process

While selection is an important first step, it does not guarantee publication. Submitted book reviews will be passed on to gnovis editors for initial screening and editorial feedback. All accepted book reviews published in the Gnovis Journal will be permanently archived through Digital Georgetown.

Gnovis Blog Post Submissions

For those who do not have a full-length book review submission, please note that gnovis also accepts scholarly blog posts on an ongoing basis.