Now in its tenth edition,Reporting for the Mediacontinues to be an essential resource for journalism instructors. A sweeping introduction to newswriting and reporting, this classic text focuses on the basics of reporting--how to become more curious about the world, generate provocative ideas, gather vital information and write incisive stories.

The authors emphasize such central topics as grammar basics, and common ethical dilemmas. In addition to its excellent pedagogy and coverage of the converged newsroom, the text also explores a variety of advanced topics including broadcast writing, law, ethics and public relations.

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

* A new chapter on writing for digital media and cross-platform storytelling
* An introductory chapter that combines chapters 1 and 2 of the last edition
* A new four-part organization that presents the chapters on libel and ethics earlier in the book
* Chapters 12 and 22, exercises on copyediting symbols and an appendix containing the abridged AP Stylebook are now on a Companion Website
* More coverage of new and emerging forms of media