What is Shakespeare Quarterly?
SQ is a refereed scholarly journal published for the Folger Shakespeare Library by Johns Hopkins University Press, with support from George Washington University. SQ is committed to publishing articles in the vanguard of Shakespeare studies, notes that bring to light new information on Shakespeare and his age, issue and exchange sections on the latest research and debates, theater reviews of significant Shakespeare productions, and book reviews to keep readers current with Shakespeare criticism and scholarship.
The first issue of Shakespeare Quarterly appeared in 1950, but the journal traces its publication history back another 24 years to 1936. Between 1936 and 1950, SQ was known as The Shakespeare Association Bulletin and was published by the Shakespeare Association of America. More than 2,100 individuals and institutions in 42 countries subscribe to SQ.
Who edits SQ?
In July 2009, Dr. David Schalkwyk became Editor of Shakespeare Quarterly and head of the Research Division of the Folger Shakespeare Library. He comes to the Folger from the University of Cape Town, where he recently completed a term as Deputy Dean in the Faculty of Humanities. His publications include Shakespeare, Love, and Service (2008), Literature and the Touch of the Real (2004), and Speech and Performance in Shakespeare’s Sonnets and Plays (2002).
From 1998 through 2009, Shakespeare Quarterly was edited by Dr. Gail Kern Paster. Formerly a professor of English at George Washington University, she was appointed director of the Folger Shakespeare Library in July 2002. From 1986 through 1997, the journal was edited by Dr. Barbara A. Mowat; she and Dr. Paster continue to serve SQ as Consulting Editors. Dr. Mowat succeeded Dr. John Andrews, who edited SQ from 1975 to 1985. Dr. R. J. Schoeck was Editor for a three-year period following the retirement of Dr. James G. McManaway, the eminent scholar who guided the journal from 1951 through 1972. The first volume of SQ was edited by Dr. Robert M. Smith.
How can I submit an article to SQ?
Detailed instructions on how to submit an article to SQ can be found in our contributor guidelines. When preparing your manuscript for consideration, you may wish to consult the SQ style sheet for information on formatting and other details of our house style.
Does SQ accept unsolicited book reviews or theater reviews?
SQ does not ordinarily accept unsolicited reviews. Queries about specific review assignments can be e-mailed to Dr. Schalkwyk or SQ's Performance Editor, Dr. Sarah Werner.
How much does an annual subscription cost?
The cost of a one-year subscription to the print edition of Shakespeare Quarterly, which includes four 128-page issues per volume year, is $40.00 for individuals and $135.00 for institutions. Members of the Shakespeare Association of America are entitled to a $6.00 discount.
How can I subscribe to SQ?
Subscription orders can be placed online at the Johns Hopkins University Press’s Web site or by telephone (800–548–1784), fax (410–516–3866), or email (jrnlcirc@press.jhu.edu).
