Journalism is one of the most important writing professions, requiring a lifetime of growth and dedication. But what area of journalism should one get into? Here’s a list of the most common types of journalism and what they do. Investigative Journalism Investigative journalism is less about the writing and more about preparing the story – …
Audio recorders are a necessity for journalists, but can also be a convenience for researchers and writers of all types. If you have an idea that you absolutely must get down or you are trying to interview someone, the right audio recorder can make all the difference. Here are the qualities that audio must have: …
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Dyslexia can affect your ability to read, write, and speak. This dyslexia visualizer is one way to understand how someone with dyslexia may experience words on a page. Brain scans show that dyslexia affects how the brain processes language, with certain areas not activating like they do in others. People with dyslexia may also not …
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True crime writing can be both exciting and daunting. Some writers in this genre suggest that you will do less writing than you may expect. Instead, your time will be spent pouring through newspaper articles, lengthy court documents that have been publicly released or obtained through Freedom of Information Act requests, and hours of interviews …
Having your work professionally published has never been an easy task. That still hasn’t changed, but today it is more convenient. If you want to get your name out there or need to show a history of having your work published in your portfolio, it is a good idea to look into where and how …
The debate between viewers and critics about whether any film can ever be better than the book rages on. More often than not, it feels like most people would agree that the book is better. After all, the book is the author’s original intent for the characters, the setting, and the overall themes of the …
The study of literature seeks to understand how a set of written works within any period can offer insights into the dynamics of society, be they a personal reflection on the state of things from an individual viewpoint, or an examination of global events, race, gender, class, science, religion, and so much more. American literature …
The cyberpunk genre shows the dark side of the utopian visions and optimism sometimes found in science fiction stories. Social disorder, lawlessness through the rise of A.I. and cybernetics, and oppression from the ruling class are many of the themes explored in the genre. The literary genre has also been inspirational for many television shows, …
Interested in getting a degree in creative writing or publishing? This is a question that a lot of aspiring creatives ask themselves. Whether or not you pursue higher education in the field is something you should take some time to weigh. While journalism, blog writing, and book publishing aren’t entirely in high demand, there are …
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Tired of movies and television? Not feeling like reading right now? Music not what it once was? Try a fiction podcast. They are great during evenings relaxing on the couch or even while at the gym. Try to use your imagination and see what is going on in the story being read to you. These …