News Writing
The Gathering , Handling and Writing of News StoriesBy M. Lyle Spencer
Length9h 59m
About this audiobook
In "News Writing," M. Lyle Spencer meticulously dissects the art and craft of journalistic writing, addressing both the technical aspects and ethical considerations inherent in the profession. Through an engaging blend of practical guidelines, real-world examples, and critical insight, Spencer elucidates the principles of clarity, conciseness, and accuracy—all vital for effective news reporting. Written in a concise yet approachable literary style, the book serves as a foundational text for aspiring journalists, providing them with the skills necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of contemporary media. M. Lyle Spencer, an accomplished journalist and educator, brings a wealth of experience to this subject, having spent decades honing his craft in various newsrooms. His background in journalism is complemented by a commitment to teaching the next generation of reporters, which has driven Spencer to create a comprehensive resource. His insights, drawn from a life dedicated to the pursuit of truth and storytelling, reflect the challenges journalists face in a rapidly changing information environment. "News Writing" is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the nuances of journalism. Whether you are a student, a seasoned professional, or simply an avid consumer of news, Spencer's clear instructions and expert advice will empower you to engage more critically with the stories that shape our world.
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GenreOther
Length9 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 31, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1VI. NEWS SOURCES
265. The Comma
2VII. GETTING THE STORY
276. The Dash
3VIII. ORGANIZATION OF THE STORY
287. Parentheses
4IX. THE LEAD[11]
298. Quotation-Marks
5X. THE BODY OF THE STORY
309. The Apostrophe
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6XI. THE PARAGRAPH
3110. The Hyphen
7XII. THE SENTENCE[18]
3210. Abbreviations
8XIII. WORDS
3311. Numbers
9PART III TYPES OF STORIES
34MARKS USED IN CORRECTING COPY
10TYPES OF STORIES
35CORRECTIONS
11XIV. INTERVIEWS, SPEECHES, COURTS
36CORRECTED PROOF
12XV. ACCIDENT, CRIME
37PROOF-READERS' MARKS
13XVI. SPORTS
38TERMINOLOGY
14XVII. SOCIETY
39EXERCISES
15XVIII. FOLLOW-UPS, REWRITES
40CHAPTER V
16XIX. FEATURE STORIES
41CHAPTER VIII
17XX. CORRESPONDENCE STORIES
42WILSON SPEAKS TO DAUGHTERS OF THE REVOLUTION
18APPENDIX
43LEO FRANK WORSE TO-DAY
19STYLE-BOOK
44BRYAN LOSES TEMPER
20I. HANDLING COPY
45GUEST AT PARTY ROBBER
21II. PUNCTUATION
46CHAPTER IX
221. Capital Letters
47CHAPTER X
232. The Period
48CHAPTER XI
243. The Colon
49CHAPTER XII
254. The Semicolon
50CHAPTER XIII
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