How to Politely Decline a Manuscript Review Invitation: A Sample Email

Subject: Re: Invitation to Review Manuscript

Dear 'Editor's Name',

I hope this email finds you well. Thank you for your kind invitation to review the manuscript for 'Title of the manuscript'. I truly appreciate your consideration and trust in my expertise.

After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that I will not be able to accept the invitation to review the manuscript at this time. This decision was not taken lightly, and I have weighed various commitments and time constraints before reaching this conclusion.

I understand the significance of peer review in the academic community and the valuable insights it brings to scholarly publications. While I am unable to contribute to this particular manuscript, I encourage you to seek alternative reviewers who may offer a fresh perspective and provide the necessary feedback to enhance the quality of the paper.

Once again, I appreciate the opportunity you have extended to me, and I hope you understand my current limitations. I remain open to future collaborations and would be delighted to contribute to your esteemed journal in another capacity when circumstances allow.

Thank you for your understanding and consideration.

Yours sincerely,

'Your Name'