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English and Literature: Magazines and Journals

Online or Electronic Journals

There are over 450 literature journals available in GALILEO. Keep up with current research by reading one today!

Look here for a complete listing. If you find something you like, click on the title and you will be taken to a new screen which will link you to the journal.

Scholarly vs Popular Periodicals

Many faculty require students to use scholarly journals instead of popular magazines for research assignments.  So what is the difference?  The table below will help you evaluate the articles you find.  If you are still in doubt, always ask the Librarian!

 

SCHOLARLY POPULAR
Usually more than one author One author or none listed
Several pages long 2-3 pages long
Always have footnotes and or a bibliography Never have footnotes or bibliography
Published by professional association or society Commercial publisher