Associated Press Guide to News Writing: The Resource for Professional Journalists

Associated Press Guide to News Writing: The Resource for Professional Journalists
by Cappon

Associated Press Guide to News Writing: The Resource for Professional Journalists
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Author: Cappon
Edition: Paperback
Published: 1999
ISBN: 0768919797
Number of pages: 136
Publisher: Arco

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Book Review: A Great and Essential Read for New Writers
Summary: 5 Stars

I love this book! As a working journalist for some national newspapers the sentiment here reminded me of what my editors told me when I started out. I also work as a writing professor and started using this as mandatory reading for my newspaper and magazine writing class. The basic premise of the book is to write tightly, clearly and to rid one's work of irritating nonsense and twaddle. It's the only way to get published so the advice is best followed. The examples of news writing that the author offers are also very helpful.

Summary of Associated Press Guide to News Writing: The Resource for Professional Journalists

This practical handbook is the ideal writing style guide for all reporters, writers, editors, and English and journalism students. It covers all the essentials of good news writing, according to the styles and guidelines set forth by the Associated Press -- with lively examples from today's newspapers. This authoritative guide includes:

Professional advice about crafting a good feature story

In-depth reviews of important principles in news writing

Expert guidance on writing concise, informative copy, source citations, and more.

Clear and instructive discussions of specialized styles.

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