Description: Writing and Reporting for the Media introduces students to what reporters do--engage the world around them, generate story ideas, gather information, and effectively write a wide variety of story types. This classic text's reputation is built on its thorough grounding in the basics: grammar, news writing style, traditional story structures, and other practical skills that aspiring reporters need. Extensive examples and practice exercises throughout help students to master these foundational skills.
Review Quotes: "The writing style is concise, straightforward, authentic and authoritative. This is a must-use text that covers everything you can think of and some that you can't think of."--Daniel Sipocz, Berry College
"It provides great application and hands-on exercises and could also serve as a guide for students entering the industry."
--Mildred F. Perreault, East Tennessee State University