Mathews, R. M. (1997). Editors as authors: Publication trends of articles authored by JABA editors. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 30, 717-721.

Journal editors are gatekeepers; they review and shape the work of others, and influence the journal's direction and quality. They also contribute to the body of knowledge within a field as authors. The author role of editors of the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis is described. Annual publication rates of the 55 former and current editors and associate editors are presented and discussed.

DESCRIPTORS: Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, publication history, editors