The term “journal” in literature has a broad and flexible application, serving both as an intimate personal record and as a vehicle for scholarly or public discourse. In some works, it denotes an individual’s diary of experiences and reflections—as seen in Jonathan Harker’s Journal in Dracula [1, 2] and the mention of a lifelong journal in Emerson’s essays [3]—which offers readers a direct glimpse into the character’s inner world. On the other hand, the word is equally at home in the realm of academic and professional periodicals, such as the Tea and Coffee Trade Journal [4, 5, 6] and the Journal of Physiology [7], where it represents systematic presentations of research and commentary. Moreover, “journal” can also imply a medium for political and social debate, as exemplified by its use in titles like the Independent Journal referenced in The Federalist Papers [8, 9, 10, 11]. Thus, the versatility of “journal” allows authors to navigate between the personal and the public, enriching literature with both reflective narratives and authoritative accounts.