Media Writer's Handbook: A Guide to Common Writing and Editing Problems 5th Edition

From the first chapter, this book has become the most valuable resource in my personal library. As a journalist and newly appointed editor, proper and adequate information is difficult to find.Most of it is repetitive, and frankly, boring. However in stark contrast, George T. Arnold’s years of expertise and passion for the craft flow from creators brain into our vulnerable readers’ minds, like a sort of teacher telepathy described in Stephen King’s ‘On Writing’. Arnold’s prose is witty, educational and rings true to anyone who has dared venture into murky journalistic waters.If you’re looking for a publication that is easy to read, and filled with invaluable knowledge of the craft, look no further.This book would be especially useful to writers groups.

I’ve been using this mass communications staple for almost 30 years now and it’s just as much of a companion for the writer as any reference book available. Yes, I am a grammar geek but this book is actually enjoyable and so easy to use, you will find yourself picking it up to prove a point to your colleagues, friends and family. Dr. Arnold has now made it more affordable than ever, so I have a hard copy in my office plus the Kindle version always by my side. This is an excellent tool that actually will make those grammar quandaries a fun and educational venture when they arise. I absolutely attest this book dramatically has improved my speech and writing.

This book should be required for any journalist and media writer. It actually should be required reading for everyone. Dr. Arnold explains things in such a way that it’s easy to comprehend. I was fortunate enough to have him as a professor and mentor at Marshall University when this book still was in its infancy. It’s even better and more informative now.

It's common in the communications field (journalism, PR, etc) to hear veteran professionals bemoan the skills of recent graduates who "just can't write!" I like to think that happens fewer times describing students that take my communications courses - and one reason is this substantive resource! I'm grateful that George Arnold compiled and updated this resource through the years that aids students in getting just a bit closer to professional level. In my view, it would be useful for high school students as well!

A must for professionals who are tasked with communicating to the masses.

Over the years, I have given different editions of this great book as gifts to friends not only for their own use but also for their children and grandchildren in high school and in college. Media Writer's Handbook is not just for journalism students and professional mass communicators. Some of the people who found it most useful were the law clerks and lawyers with whom I worked. I recommend it for everyone who wants immediate improvement in his or her writing and speaking abilities.

A wonderful text that helps to improve your writing style while providing easy examples that help the reader to remember the rules. Great for new journalists and public speakers, as well as a refresher for seasoned professionals.

The first eight chapters get students on course to better writing right away. Starting with "25 Ways to Improve Immediately," this book wastes no time getting students to write right.