So, I sent one of my papers to a journal–not a particularly famous one, although it used to be fairly prominent–and it’s a go! However, I am hesitating on if I really want to publish this paper, because I think that it’s not as good as it should be. First of all, when I turned it in, the prof gave it an A-; imagine the mini heart attack that gave me! Moreover, there just were not enough sources to make my argument as strong as I would like to make it.
So is it worth it to publish an article that you believe does not reflect your strengths as a scholar (even if someone else thinks it’s good enough)? I am also concerned about the ramifications this could have on my career if someone reads it and is like–”this girl is talking out of her ass.”
Still, a publication credit is so very important…I mean, would a hiring committee really read it? Maybe they will. Maybe I should withdraw the paper. Ack.
