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| Author: Cappon
Publisher: Arco
Category: Book
List Price: $14.95
Buy New: $10.17
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Rating:  22 reviews
Sales Rank: 22284
Media: Paperback
Edition: 3
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 136
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6 x 0.5
ISBN: 0768919797
Dewey Decimal Number: 070
EAN: 9780768919790
Publication Date: 1999
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| Customer Reviews:
 One of the best resources for journalists October 1, 1999
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
I first read this book while in graduate school, now as an editor I keep one on hand for my staff to read.
More than helpful March 31, 2000
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I love the examples in this book. The author helped me trim down word usage and get to the point. Before this book I would have written that the author really helped me learn how to get to the point by not using so many words.
A "Keeper" (Good Reference) July 18, 1998
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
This book is a good review for the experienced reporter and an excellent introduction to the craft and the caveats of news writing for the novice. The facts are up front and easy to reach, making this a worthwhile book to keep nearby as a reference.
 Good Resource December 9, 2004
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
As a college journalism minor, I found a lot of information in this book.
When the author makes the case for using "said" to attribute quotes, it does make writing the quotes into the story much easier. However, I don't like using the same word over and over again, but that's a personal thing. I do like how it makes it easier to decide how to give credit for a quote though, less guess work on the part of the writer.
The "Mixed Metaphor" section of the book was great for evaluating my personal writing.
The examples in the book are pretty good articles. I really liked "Churubusco's All Round Nice Guy". I read the story and thought that it was a little reminiscent of Anna Quindlan's style of writing, especially in her piece "Homeless".
Had I not needed this book for my journalism class, I most likely would not have bought it. However, I think that it is a good resource for those who write.
Thoughtful and funny reference for news writing February 15, 1999
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Associated Press Editor Cappon does an excellent job of outlining and discussing important principles in news writing. He emphasizes short, concise writing, and provides readers with many suggestions for attaining this conciseness in their writing. The book includes a chapter on features and discusses other specialized styles in various parts of the book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking to improve their writing (news or otherwise) or anyone who wants to become more concise!
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