<p>I am confused. I have been told by my college counselor that I should NOT submit any scholarly articles to any publications for pay or donation. I have been warned against doing so, and especially when that organization asks for donations. She describes this as a conflict of interest. The Concord Review asks for money to read a paper, asks for donations while your paper is being considered, and a fee to give feedback. I am confused. Thanks. </p>
<p>The Concord Review is quite legit. Pay the fees. </p>
<p>But being asked to make a donation while your paper is being considered? I have not heard of that before.</p>
<p>Never heard of that before either. But yes, it is relatively well known. </p>
<p>To ask for a donation while your work is being considered?</p>