The Journal of the AAVSO contains the results of research on variable stars mostly by AAVSO members. It also contains reports on the activities of AAVSO committees, the Annual Report of the Director, and observer observation totals. It is distributed automatically to members of the AAVSO and subscribers of the Journal.

Electronic Journal (eJAAVSO) - The electronic counterpart of the JAAVSO, the eJAAVSO. The eJAAVSO consists of papers that have been refereed, edited, and accepted for publication in the paper edition of the JAAVSO. Its purpose is to speed and broaden the dissemination of variable star research to the global astronomical community.

JAAVSO on the ADS - All Journal volumes are available electronically through the ADS

JAAVSO on this website - Published volumes of the journal are available electronically from this website.

AAVSO Workshop: Writing and Publishing Scientific Papers - a valuable resource!

How to submit a paper to the journal - Directions for authors

Instructions for Referees

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