Sometimes subjects for feature articles come from the strangest and most unexpected places. Late this past summer I heard an … More
Category: Guidance
5 ways journalists can use social media for on-the-ground reporting in the Middle East
By Genevieve Belmaker for Poynter.org Social media is a particularly powerful tool in the Middle East, where in some countries … More
Getting Too Close for Comfort
Getting physically close to a story is not as easy as it seems. First of all, most people are not … More
The Serious Business of Writing
I have always found it fun to imagine “the life” of a writer. Poring over works-in-progress, sitting in coffee shops … More
Just Say No to Being a Content Producer
It’s seriously tempting as a journalist these days to take the low road when it comes to finding work. But … More
Don’t Give in to the Temptation to Give Up
It’s tempting as a journalist to give up and just find some other job. Something more stable, predictable and that … More
Writers Live Their Craft
Most writers will agree that you need a regimen of some kind. I have to agree. Whether you’re a novelist, … More
The Trick of the Story Angle
Think about telling a story to someone. It could be anything: a car wreck you saw, the rude waiter who … More
Quotes are the Voices in a Story
Reporters often talk amongst themselves about what makes a great quote in a story. For readers, a good quote is … More
Finding Story Ideas that Move You to Action
A frequent question that newer reporters have is, “How do I find good story ideas?” Unfortunately, there is no one … More
