Namak Magazine - Submissions Policy

SUBMISSIONS POLICY

EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS
Namak Magazine invites editorial submissions intended to appeal to our readers. Articles should be in English and have a clear application or interest to Iranians between 18 and 35 years of age. Articles must be submitted in electronic form through our website, email (editorial@namakmag.com) or on disc mailed to the address below. If emailed or sent on disc, articles should be in ASCII or Microsoft Word format. Discs will not be returned.

It is understood that articles submitted to Namak are not simultaneously submitted to any other publication. Submission of an article will be considered as consent by the author to relinquish all copyright privileges and rights the author possesses to Namak magazine. Namak will retain exclusive publication, reproduction, and sales rights to all articles. All articles are accepted on a non-remunerative basis. Articles will be published at the sole discretion of the editorial staff. The editors reserve the right to edit for style, structure, length, consistency, and mechanics.

By submitting an article, an author represents that he or she owns the copyright to that article and has full rights to authorize its publication. The author also represents that the article is not libelous, an invasion of privacy, violative of any third party’s rights, or otherwise unlawful. As part of the consideration and to induce Namak to publish an article, the author agrees to indemnify and save harmless Namak against all loss, liability, damage, and expense of whatsoever nature arising out of the copying, printing, or publishing of the article.

Authors are responsible for securing any necessary authorizations for an article, including illustrations, photographs, and lengthy quotations. The statements and opinions expressed in published articles and communications are those of the author. The editors and publisher of Namak disclaim any responsibility for such statements. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of statements made in their articles and for the accuracy and completeness of all references.

Tips for Getting Published
Contributors are encouraged to contact Namak's editors for guidance and style specifications prior to submitting unsolicited articles. Articles should be between 300 and 500 words, though quality longer articles will be considered. Figures, tables, photos, and sidebars should be included when appropriate. References to commercial products or services must be made in generic terms. Review previous magazine issues as a reference to Namak's style and content.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Namak welcomes your letters and comments. "Letters to the Editor" should be no longer than 300 words, although Namak reserves the right to make occasional exceptions to this policy. Letters should be in English and be submitted in electronic form through our website or via email (editorial@namakmag.com). If emailed, articles should be in ASCII or Microsoft Word format. Discs will not be returned. Handwritten letters are acceptable only if they are legible. Letters must contain the writer's telephone number, email and address for verification purposes only. Anonymous letters will not be accepted and no more than one letter per month may be submitted. Namak reserves the right to accept, reject or edit letters. Namak's editors will not respond to every letter directly but may publish and answer selected letters in the magazine.

ARTWORK (PHOTOGRAPHS AND ILLUSTRATIONS)
The editors greatly appreciate photographs and illustrations pertaining to the subject matter. The preferred format is color prints, slides, or high-resolution digital images. Photographers and illustrators should protect artwork well for mailing. To have your artwork returned, please submit a self-addressed envelope with appropriate postage. Artwork being submitted with an article should be accompanied by a brief description of the subject matter, identifying subjects, location, photographer or illustrator, and/or the individual organization to be credited.

By submitting artwork, a photographer or illustrator represents that he or she owns the copyright to that artwork and has full rights to authorize its publication. The photographer or illustrator also represents that the artwork is not an invasion of privacy, violative of any third party’s rights, or otherwise unlawful. As part of the consideration and to induce Namak to publish the artwork, the photographer or illustrator agrees to indemnify and save harmless Namak against all loss, liability, damage, and expense of whatsoever nature arising out of the copying, printing, or publishing of the artwork. Photographers and illustrators are responsible for obtaining the permission of individuals appearing in their artwork. You must submit a model release and photographer release with your photos. You can download release forms here.

If you have any questions about our Submission Policy, the practices of our company, or your dealings with this Web site, you can contact us either by e-mail or in writing.

Submissions can be sent to:
Namak Magazine
18034 Ventura Blvd. #113
Encino, CA 91316