Melus was first published in 1974, and features articles, interviews and reviews encompassing the multi-ethnic scope of American literature past and present. The journal is published by The Society for the Study of the Multi-Ethnic Literature of the United States for menbers and subscribing institutions. It is a non-profit publication, supported solely by dues of Society members, library subscriptions, and funds from Patrons. (Source: Melus the Journal website sighted on webspace.ship.edu)
