Heat and Light (Paperback)

Paperback. In Heat & Light, a legendary journalist and a journalism professor join forces to offer a one-of-a-kind guide for our next generation of great journalists. Drawing on the authors' decades of experience at the top of the field and inspired directly by beginners most frequently asked questions, Heat & Light offers invaluable advice on such topics as: balancing drama and information (heat vs. light) generating and evaluating story ideas the secrets to crafting good ledes creating strong packages for the internet, tv, and radio the specific requirements of writing for print and broadcast the art of the interview Along the way, the authors share countless anecdotes from their own storied careersand discuss larger questions such as the rapidly growing role of digital media and what it means for todays aspiring journalists. Includes an extensive "reporters toolbox" of checklists, techniques, and resources Packed with practical wisdom, rubber-on-the-road tips, and never-before-heardanecdotes, this guide to creating good journalism is required reading for anyaspiring reporter and editor. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.