Synopsis
A practical guide with journalism basics, cut & dried. Simple, concise, complete explanations on writing articles. Step-by-step realistic selling methods to ensure getting published. Dozens of ideas for articles. Answers to hundreds of beginners' questions. Warnings about common mistakes made. Analysis of good and bad articles. Exercises with answers. Key style rules. Insight into the unique language, form & structure of articles. Helpful anecdotes. Index and appendix with useful resources for getting published. This book is a Writer's Digest Book Club Featured Selection, and is truly a classic in the field for its instruction in simple techniques. This book is recommended as a writer's resource by numerous public libraries, including Pomona Public Library in California. It is recommended by various associations for authors, including Silence Speaks, an international association based in England, and by writer's clubs such as Sacramento Suburban Writers Club. It is also recommended by numerous authors of writing, public relations, and business books, including Dan Poynter in his book, Writing Nonfiction, and Larry Chambers in his book, The Guide to Financial Public Relations. This book appears on many business websites for business people who desire basic writing skills for publication. It is also a great book for people who work in public relations and who need to gain journalism skills in basic feature writing. Anyone can write and get published. You don't need any formal training. This book is useful for people of all walks of life. It's been used as a supplemental text at various universities. It is popular for stay-at-home mothers. The organization, Mothers At Home, says: This is the perfect book for a mother who has always wanted to try her hand at freelance writing. Learn how to use your know-how, education, and life's experiences to become a writer. Dozens of book reviewers have given it favorable reviews, as this book has allowed thousands of writers to grasp the basics of writing for publication and getting published. The author has also spoken to members of Moms in Business Network on writing to get published and she has been interviewed by Progressive Woman. The book covers frequently-asked questions that the author has answered in giving workshops to aspiring writers and in teaching/participating as a panelist at writer's conferences throughout the U.S. The book's author has also been a writer-in-residence at universities.
About the Author
Charlotte Digregorio is the author of four award-winning books, sold in the U.S. and 28 foreign countries. She is a university journalism and writing instructor, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and adult non-credit workshops. She is a noted journalism/writing consultant for colleges and organizations from coast to coast, and a freelancer for major publications. She has had 700 articles published in general-interest publications and in trade journals for writers, publishers, and business people. A former newspaper and magazine editor and columnist, she is also the author of You Can Be A Columnist, another Writer's Digest Book Club Featured Selection. She is the author of Your Original Personal Ad. Her fourth book is: Everything You Need to Know About Nursing Homes. Digregorio is a public radio talk show host and also frequently appears on radio and television interviews throughout the country. She holds a graduate degree from the University of Chicago. In addition, she is also a prolific and award-winning poet whose work appears in the U.S. and abroad. Digregorio is committed to helping aspiring writers recognize that there is really no mystery to getting published. Further, she is dedicated to informing writers that writing and publishing articles is a great way to getting publishing credits which will aid in getting longer works, such as books, published. As Byline Magazine confirms about Digregorio's book: In an age when many books should be cited for tree abuse, it's good to know some can help you make (article) sales--This one will. Digregorio is committed to instructing writers about practical methods. Cross & Quill, a publication of Christian Writers Fellowship International, praises this book as: Extremely helpful for beginning and veteran writers. Highly practical suggestions. Further, Digregorio realizes that many aspiring writers don't have time in their busy schedules to take writing classes, and often, they can't afford expensive instruction. Her book offers a solution. Northwest Christian Writers Association confirms : This reader-friendly book is well worth the money. Housewife-Writer's Forum adds: Highly recommended for beginning feature writers. Exercises and examples are sure to help you to succeed. This book is a delight. A much-needed addition to a writer's bookshelf. Finally, two other sources attest to Digregorio's ability to give instruction through her book. New Writer's Magazine states: It addresses the unique demands of writing the feature article. Excellent advice on journalistic style. Teaching by example with in-depth article analysis. And, The Authors Resource Center Report says the book is: user-friendly... shows writers professional techniques. Digregorio is a frequent speaker at professional and business associations including Kiwanis Club and American Association of University Women on writing and getting published. She is a speaker at writer's conferences, libraries, and bookstores throughout the U.S. on writing to get published, in addition to speaking on how to cultivate one's creativity, in general. She has made 20 appearances at chain bookstores alone.
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