"A practical introduction to journalism, and the broader context in which journalists operate, Newspaper Journalism covers the key elements and distinctive features that constitute good newspaper journalism. Engagingly written, the book is also a rich resource of real life examples, anecdotes, case studies and exercises.Susan Pape and Susan Featherstone have drawn on their considerable experience to provide a solid grounding in the principles and practice of newspaper journalism." (Publisher)
Contents
1 Opening the newsroom door
2 What is news?
3 Writing news
4 News language
5 Specialist areas - court
6 Specialist areas - council
7 More specialist areas
8 Features
9 Sources and contacts books
10 Interviewing
11 Online journalism
12 The journalist in society