What are the steps involved in writing a story?
Step #1: Find an unexpected news event.
Step #2: Determine whether the news event is interesting to readers.
Step #3: Do research and gather background data on the topic.
Step #4: Interview primary sources that have valuable information about the event.
Step #5: Convene with an editor to discuss all the information gathered.
Step #6: Separate fact from fiction.
Step #7: Type the final product.
What could be particularly challenging?
From a journalist's viewpoint, separating fact from fiction may be the hardest aspect in news writing. One may need to travel to various sources before the truth will arise from the bloated rumors, running rampant in town.
What resources might you use to overcome these challenges?
The separation of fact from fiction is difficult. Many sources will contradict one from another; therefore, consult as many resources possible. Search the Internet or interview contacts with first-hand information. Get out in the world and begin investigating!
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
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