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Writing Feature Articles
4th edition
Brendan Hennessy
Price: £21.99 - FREE P&P
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Write effective articles for a variety of media using this bestselling guide

Gain practical and
in-depth guidance to successful writing and publishing

Update your skills with new sections on writing for online publications and computer-aided research

Convergent Journalism: An Introduction:
Writing and Producing Across Media
Stephen Quinn
Price: £19.99 - FREE P&P
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Contributors to the book draw from specific areas of expertise to provide a complete view of convergent journalism

Clear, easy-to-read content explains all relevant simple-to-complex concepts

From writing to graphics and photography to multimedia-it's all here

Radio Production:
5th edition
Robert McLeish
Price: £24.99 - FREE P&P
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Learn from a trusted classic - with editions spanning over 25 years, a generation of radio broadcasters have benefited from this book

Get up to speed fast on digital production techniques and modern working practice

Listen to examples and check your knowledge using exercises included on the free CD-Rom

Flash Journalism:
How to Create Multimedia News Packages
Mindy McAdams
Price: £29.99 - FREE P&P
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Perfect for photojournalists who want to create or produce online slide shows with audio

Includes a list of keyboard shortcuts for Flash

Lessons, not reference. This accessible approach for learning Flash MX 2004 illustrates its concepts with concrete examples that make sense

Photojournalism:
The Professional's Approach Fifth Edition
Ken Kobré
Price: £39.95 - FREE P&P
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DVD of short video documentaries that show photojournalists at work

Extensive material on how to turn Pro, from developing a portfolio and freelancing to findind a job

Interviews with celebrated photojournalists are accompanied by hundreds of black and white, and color photographs

Broadcast News Writing, Reporting and Producing:
4th edition
Ted White
Price: £24.99 - FREE P&P
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New information on embedded journalism

Expanded information on crime reporting

New examples of tabloid journalism

The Broadcast Voice:
Jenni Mills
Price: £24.99 - FREE P&P
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Features a CD-Rom packed with tailor-made examples and tutorials

A unique voice coaching package tailored for broadcasters at any level of experience

Written by an experienced presenter who has coached thousands of broadcast voices

Presenting on TV and Radio:
An Insider's Guide
Janet Trewin
Price: £16.99 - FREE P&P
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Top presenters tell what it's really like and offer insider tips.

Packed with practical exercises to improve your presentation skills and advice on how to get in and get on in the industry.

Covers a vast range of presentation styles from hard news and sport to light entertainment, DJ'ing, and children's programmes

Basic Radio Journalism:
Paul Chantler & Peter Stewart
Price: £17.99 - FREE P&P
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A manual and handbook for working journalists and an ideal starter textbook for radio journalism and media students

Written by two experienced journalists and trainers

Includes the latest digital production techniques as well as scores of practical hints and tips covering the core skills of radio journalism

Introduction to Journalism:
Essential Techniques & Background Knowledge
Richard Rudin & Trevor Ibbotson
Price: £19.99 - FREE P&P
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Exercises, checklists and further reading recommendations are provided to aid learning and maximize success

A unique gathering of information to introduce the major issues and practice of print, broadcast and online journalism

Journalism Online:
Mike Ward
Price: £20.99 - FREE P&P
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Learn how to apply your journalism skills to the web

Master the entire process - from computer assisted reporting to writing HTML

Keep on top of the latest techniques with the accompanying website

Knowledge Management in the Digital Newsroom:
Stephen Quinn
Price: £21.99 - FREE P&P
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Gain an overview of the impact of new technology in modern newsrooms

Learn how to manage information more effectively

Understand what new skills are being required of journalists

Web Radio:
Radio Production for Internet Streaming
Chris Priestman
Price: £21.99 - FREE P&P
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Learn the technology and practice of sending and receiving web radio

Expand your knowledge with the accompanying website giving extra information and useful links

Get professional results with tips on successful programming

Digital Sub-Editing and Design:
Stephen Quinn
Price: £17.99 - FREE P&P
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Learn the skills of subbing from a renowned expert

Covers everything you need to know to get professional results

An indispensable mentor full of practical tips and guidance

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