Feature writing : telling the story /
Tanner, Stephen J.
Feature writing : telling the story / Stephen Tanner, Molly Blair, Nick Richardson. - 368 pages ; 25 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Preliminary work -- Researching the story -- Interviewing -- Interpreting your data -- Developing writing techniques -- Getting into character -- Ethical concerns -- Legal pitfalls -- Editing and polishing your work -- Selling your story -- Profiles -- Issues-based features -- Writing reviews -- Writing indulgence: travel, food and drink -- Columns -- Book-length writing: creative non-fiction.
"At the root of all forms of journalism is the desire to accurately tell a story. While news reporting remains the staple of contemporary journalism, opportunities are increasingly opening up for feature writers and even those who aspire to write longer forms of journalism and creative non-fiction. Using clear, concise descriptions of styles and techniques, this book illustrates how to research and write stories, navigate legal and ethical issues, and market and sell your work."--BOOK JACKET.
0195561740 9780195561746
2009464680
Feature writing.
Written communication--Technique
Authorship.
PN4784.F37 / T366 2009
808.02
Feature writing : telling the story / Stephen Tanner, Molly Blair, Nick Richardson. - 368 pages ; 25 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Preliminary work -- Researching the story -- Interviewing -- Interpreting your data -- Developing writing techniques -- Getting into character -- Ethical concerns -- Legal pitfalls -- Editing and polishing your work -- Selling your story -- Profiles -- Issues-based features -- Writing reviews -- Writing indulgence: travel, food and drink -- Columns -- Book-length writing: creative non-fiction.
"At the root of all forms of journalism is the desire to accurately tell a story. While news reporting remains the staple of contemporary journalism, opportunities are increasingly opening up for feature writers and even those who aspire to write longer forms of journalism and creative non-fiction. Using clear, concise descriptions of styles and techniques, this book illustrates how to research and write stories, navigate legal and ethical issues, and market and sell your work."--BOOK JACKET.
0195561740 9780195561746
2009464680
Feature writing.
Written communication--Technique
Authorship.
PN4784.F37 / T366 2009
808.02