Namak Magazine - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What does "Namak" mean?
"Namak" is the Persian, Urdu and Hindi word for Salt. Not only do we like the way it sounds, we also like what it represents... In Persian, to say someone is "Ba Namak" (literally "with salt") is to say that person is funny, charming or cute. Salt is an ingredient, a part of something bigger. It adds flavor and zest to foods, and is used as a preservative. Namak Magazine does the same thing for the Iranian culture. Check out more details on what "Namak" means here.

2. Why do you only publish in English?
We publish in English so we stay connected to our audience, many of whom may speak Persian but are not proficient readers. We use the language our audience is most comfortable with. We also want our content to be accessible to the larger, mainstream community.

3. Why do you focus on young Iranians, why not enlarge your scope?
Our community needs a publication that is in synch with the times. A young generation of Iranians are growing up without a distinct voice of their own. Established publications cater to an older, politicized, Persian-speaking audience. Namak fulfills a very real, pressing need in our community.

4. Does this mean every article will be specifically about Iranians?
No. Our subject matter will not be exclusively about Iranians. It will, however, always be of interest and extremely relevant to the Iranian community. For example, restaurant reviews that only cover Iranian restaurants would ignore the fact that Iranians also eat Italian, Chinese, Thai and Mexican foods. Covering diverse topics furthers our mission to bring people together, and speaks directly to the multicultural identity many Iranians are proud of.

5. What topics does Namak cover?
Namak's editorial scope is fairly broad. We're a community-based, lifestyle magazine. So we're concerned with issues and topics our readers find relevant to their daily lives. Generally, Namak covers film, fashion, music, relationships, health, and events. But we also regularly feature longer, more substantive pieces on art, culture, personalities, global issues and what it means to be Iranian.

6. How do I send a "Letter to the Editor"?
You may use our online form, email the editor directly or send regular mail to:
Namak Magazine
Letter to the Editor
18034 Ventral Blvd. #113
Encino, CA 91316
You must accept our Submission Policy before submitting any editorial content, including letters.

7. Will my letter be answered?
We try to answer each letter individually, but that's sometimes an overwhelming task. We do, after all, have a magazine to produce. So we may answer several similar letters as a group in the Letters to the Editor section. To increase your chances of getting a personal response, please be succinct and provide a valid email address.

8. How can I work for Namak?
There are lots of ways! You can contribute editorial content, photographs, illustrations, ideas, your time, your support. Use the Contact page to find emails and online forms through which you can get in touch with us. You can also participate in Namak Community Events. (Stay tuned... We'll be announcing them soon.) And finally, you can apply for an internship or a job with Namak.

9. How do I subscribe?
Please visit our Subscriptions page.

10. How much does it cost to buy the magazine?
The retail price is $3.99 per issue. But subscribers pay 25% less!

11. Where do I buy a single copy?
Please check out our Where to Buy Namak page.

12. Why not distribute the magazine for free like some other Iranian publications?
We would love to! We want as many people to have access to our magazine as possible. But we also have a strong commitment to producing a high quality publication. We hire the best writers, designers, photographers and printers so the product our readers get is not just something they read and toss, but something they'll be proud to keep for a long time. We really consider our readers to be making an investment of their time and money, and work hard to give them a great value.

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