Special Issue on World Languages and Literature

World Languages and Literature explores the rich diversity of linguistic and literary traditions across cultures and regions, emphasizing both the uniqueness and interconnectedness of global narratives. This field examines how language shapes literary expression, identity, and cultural understanding in various historical and contemporary contexts. It includes the study of multilingual texts, translation, transnational literature, and the circulation of literary works beyond national boundaries. By analyzing literature written in and across world languages, the discipline fosters a deeper appreciation of global cultural exchange, linguistic diversity, and the evolving nature of storytelling in an increasingly interconnected world.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring World Languages and Literature. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Multilingualism in literature
• Translation and cultural identity
• Postcolonial literary voices
• Diaspora and transnational narratives
• Comparative literary studies
• Indigenous languages and storytelling
• World literature and globalization
• Literary representations of migration
• Language and cultural hybridity
• Digital literature in global contexts
• Gender in world literatures
• Literary translation theory
• Language and power in fiction
• Cross-cultural literary dialogue
• Minoritized languages in literature
• Intercultural communication through texts

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - World Languages and Literature” should be selected during your submission.

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Guest Editor:

Dr. Diana Popa

School of World Languages and Cultures

University of Vermont, USA

For further questions or inquiries, please contact Editorial Assistant at ojml@scirp.org.