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Download e-book for iPad: Writing for Journalists by Wynford Hicks, Sally Adams, Harriett Gilbert, Tim Holmes

By Wynford Hicks, Sally Adams, Harriett Gilbert, Tim Holmes

ISBN-10: 0203927109

ISBN-13: 9780203927106

ISBN-10: 0415460204

ISBN-13: 9780415460200

ISBN-10: 0415460212

ISBN-13: 9780415460217

Praise for the 1st edition:

'There are books which are badly written, books which are good written and books that you simply want you'll written. this is often one of many latter. Hicks and his co-writers produce a e-book that may be a pleasure to learn and is packed jam-packed with necessary advice.' - Chris Frost, Journalist

'You should not have to be a journalist to learn this publication. an individual with an curiosity in bettering their writing talents and constructing a feeling of fine sort will locate it invaluable Wynford Hicks takes a no-nonsense, sleeves rolled up method of writing which has no time for preciousness.' - Roy Johnson, Mantex 'Writing for reporters neatly fills a niche available in the market for a no-nonsense publication for trainees written by means of running shoes who really comprehend the and who've moved with the times.' - Sharon Wheeler, Journalism Studies

Writing for Journalists is set the craft of journalistic writing: tips on how to placed one note after one other in order that the reader will get the message – or the shaggy dog story – is going on studying and springs again for extra. it's a sensible advisor for all those that write for newspapers, periodicals and internet sites, no matter if scholars, trainees or pros.

This revised and up to date variation introduces the reader to the necessities of fine writing. in line with severe research of reports tales, positive aspects and stories from day-by-day and weekly papers, client magazines, expert exchange journals and a number of web content, Writing for Journalists includes:

  • advice on easy methods to commence writing and the way to enhance and boost your style
  • how to jot down a information tale that's informative, concise and readable
  • tips on function writing from learning profiles to writing product round-ups
  • how to constitution and write reviews
  • a new bankruptcy on writing on-line copy

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Writing features 47 R AT I N G I M P A C T When editors and feature editors receive fresh copy they don’t reach for a tick-box list to check requirements have been met. Instead, knowingly or not, they read the feature to discover the answers to certain vital questions. These have been borrowed from a former chairman of the Man Booker Prize panel, who asked himself four questions when assessing books – questions that work remarkably well for features. Personally, I found myself asking four questions .

For simpler, say firstperson, features it’s possible to go straight from Brief to Plan, as the writer has lived the research and has no need to interview him/herself. Features start from an idea, which should suit the publication and interest the readership. There are few, if any, that are new. Two initial factors to consider are time and manageability. It’s best to avoid features needing quotes from European academics in August, for example, because of the great escape from the heat of the cities.

McDonald’s had issued similar libel writs many times before, and opponents had always backed down. But Mr Morris and Miss Steel, vegetarian anarchists from Tottenham, North London, were determined to fight. The burger firm hired one of the most brilliant legal teams money can buy, headed by Richard Rampton QC. The defendants were forced to represent themselves because there is no legal aid for libel cases. Former postman Mr Morris, a single parent with an eight-year-old son, appeared in court in casual dress, usually unshaven.

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