How do Editors Look at Your Paper (repost)
'' When you are doing research you are primarily focused on your hypothesis, methods, test results and research outcome. You are an expert in your research field and are very aware of what others are researching and publishing too. But the actual art of gettign your own paper ready for publication requires quite some expertise and a great deal of serious attention and preparation.'' ( Source ) I really recommend you watch this online lecture that includes valuable points that should be taken when you choose a journal for submission. Q & A session: with Elsevier's Executive Publisher Jaap van Harten Moderator: Gwendolyn Holstege , Researcher Relation Manager at Elsevier Click here to view the video.