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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
3210. Abbreviations
2VII. GETTING THE STORY
3311. Numbers
3VIII. ORGANIZATION OF THE STORY
34MARKS USED IN CORRECTING COPY
4IX. THE LEAD[11]
35CORRECTIONS
5X. THE BODY OF THE STORY
36CORRECTED PROOF
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6XI. THE PARAGRAPH
37PROOF-READERS' MARKS
7XII. THE SENTENCE[18]
38TERMINOLOGY
8XIII. WORDS
39EXERCISES
9PART III TYPES OF STORIES
40CHAPTER V
10TYPES OF STORIES
41CHAPTER VIII
11XIV. INTERVIEWS, SPEECHES, COURTS
42WILSON SPEAKS TO DAUGHTERS OF THE REVOLUTION
12XV. ACCIDENT, CRIME
43LEO FRANK WORSE TO-DAY
13XVI. SPORTS
44BRYAN LOSES TEMPER
14XVII. SOCIETY
45GUEST AT PARTY ROBBER
15XVIII. FOLLOW-UPS, REWRITES
46CHAPTER IX
16XIX. FEATURE STORIES
47CHAPTER X
17XX. CORRESPONDENCE STORIES
48CHAPTER XI
18APPENDIX
49CHAPTER XII
19STYLE-BOOK
50CHAPTER XIII
20I. HANDLING COPY
51CHAPTER XIV
21II. PUNCTUATION
52CHAPTER XV
221. Capital Letters
53CHAPTER XVI
232. The Period
54CHAPTER XVII
243. The Colon
55CHAPTER XVIII
254. The Semicolon
56CHAPTER XIX
265. The Comma
57ADVERTISEMENTS
276. The Dash
58Government and Economics
287. Parentheses
59HANDBOOK OF COMPOSITION
298. Quotation-Marks
60MECHANICS OF WRITING
309. The Apostrophe
61EXERCISES IN ENGLISH
3110. The Hyphen
62WRITTEN ENGLISH
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