News Writing

Name: News Writing
ISBN: 9787810855532

郭光华Communication University of China Press · ChinaOct 2016

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Word count: 219K words
Chapters: 47
ISBN: 9787810855532

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Summary

Practicality and exploration are the two defining features of this book by Guo Guanghua. In discussing news writing methods, it attaches equal importance to explaining, on an operational level, how to write well and, on a theoretical level, why one should write that way. Starting from the basic forms of news narrative, the book examines the methods and techniques of news writing against the backdrop of media convergence in the age of new media. It pays particular attention to recent innovations in journalistic practice, embracing new achievements with a tolerant and open attitude so as to stay closer to practice and better guide it.

Editor's review

News Writing, compiled by Professor Guo Guanghua and published by Communication University of China Press, is a classic textbook in the field of journalism and communication whose value has stood the test of time. The book systematically builds a knowledge system for news writing, from basic principles and interviewing techniques to writing norms for various news genres, with comprehensive content and clear logic. Professor Guo Guanghua has long worked on the front lines of journalism education, and his discussion combines theoretical depth with practical guidance, with particular attention to cultivating students' professional thinking and hands-on skills. The book cites numerous classic Chinese and foreign cases with detailed analysis, helping readers understand how abstract principles are applied in concrete reporting. Unlike fast-food writing guides that chase timeliness, this book focuses on solidifying foundations, establishing standards, and guiding readers to reflect on the ethics and responsibilities of journalism. For readers who want to systematically master the core craft of news writing rather than learn a few 'viral' templates, this is a desk reference worth repeated study. It may not offer an immediate formula for traffic, but it will build a solid professional foundation, enabling you to maintain clear judgment and disciplined expression amid the information flood.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Students in journalism, communication, and related majors, usable as a core textbook or supplementary reading
Young reporters and editors new to the media industry who want to systematically standardize their professional skills
Amateur enthusiasts with a strong interest in news writing who want to build a knowledge system from scratch
Personnel in publicity, public relations, or copywriting who need to improve information distillation and factual presentation skills

Not a good fit for

Those seeking only quick tricks to grab attention and create viral articles
Readers hoping to learn about new media operations, algorithmic recommendation, traffic monetization, and other前沿 business models

Reading tips

Read chapters in order, building the theoretical framework first before delving into specific genres
While reading, compare the book's cases with current news reports to deepen understanding
For key chapters such as news briefs and features, try imitation exercises and then revise against the book's standards

About the publisher

Communication University of China Press China · Founded in 1985

Communication University of China Press focuses on broadcasting and hosting, journalism and communication, film and television arts, and media management, while also covering language and writing, applied psychology, social sciences, and exam preparation books. Representative titles in the library include Research Methods in Communication (2nd Edition), Communication and Society: Political Economy and Cultural Analysis, Empire and Communication, and The Structure and Function of Social Communication, as well as The Network State: Telecommunications as Institutional Legacy, Models of Mental Disorder: Critical Reflections of a Psychiatry Professor, and News and Public Opinion: Selected Papers of Robert E. Park. Its author resources include Richard R. John, Peter Taylor, Ke Huixin, Jin Gengxing, Sun Li, Zhang Tian, Qiu Jianyin, and Wu Yanru, combining translated classics in communication studies with original Chinese research.

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出版说明
第一章新闻报道的基本要求与写作原则
第一节新闻报道的基本要求
第二节新闻报道的写作原则
【思考题】
第二章新闻报道中的信息选择
第一节信息是新闻报道的核心
第二节新闻写作中不同信息的选择
第三节信息净化与信息组块
第四节报道角度与信息选择
【思考题】
第三章新闻语言
第一节新闻语言的含义和特点
第二节新闻语言的基本要求
【思考题】
第四章新闻报道文体
第一节新闻报道文体的内在规定性
第二节新闻报道文体沿革
第三节新闻报道文体类型
【思考题】
第五章消息的结构
第一节消息的标题
第二节消息的导语
第三节消息的主体与结尾
第四节新闻背景
第五节消息的结构形式
【思考题】
第六章消息写作
第一节事件性新闻与非事件性新闻
第二节事件性新闻的写作
第三节非事件性新闻的写作
【思考题】
第七章通讯写作
第一节通讯概说
第二节人物报道
第三节事件报道
第四节风貌报道
【思考题】
第八章深度报道写作
第一节深度报道概说
第二节解释性报道
第三节分析性报道
第四节调查性报道
【思考题】
主要参考书目
后记

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What is this book's Douban rating?

Upon checking, this book currently has no rating information on Douban. As a professional textbook, its evaluation comes more from the long-term reputation of university faculty, students, and industry professionals, who generally consider its content solid and authoritative.

Is the content of this book outdated?

The book focuses on the core principles, basic norms, and classic genres of news writing, which are fairly stable. Its discussion of news value, truthfulness, objectivity, and structural techniques is not outdated. Of course, for emerging areas such as social media writing and data journalism, readers will need to supplement with more current materials.

Can readers without a journalism background understand it?

Yes. The language is plain, the exposition progresses from simple to complex, and the cases are abundant, making it very suitable as an introductory text. Anyone with a genuine interest in learning news writing seriously can fully understand and master its main content.

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About the author

郭光华 Author

Guo Guanghua is an author about whom limited public information is available, and whose work centers on the fields of news writing and external reporting. The library holds two of his works, News Writing and Strategies and Techniques for External Reporting, both commonly classified under language and writing. Judging from these subjects, Guo focuses on the practice of news writing and on reporting strategies aimed at overseas audiences, placing his work in the area where applied writing meets journalism practice. News Writing likely addresses the basic norms and techniques of news genres, while Strategies and Techniques for External Reporting deals with expression and strategic choices in cross-language and cross-cultural communication. This choice of topics suggests that the author values the application of writing methods in actual news communication and emphasizes the relationship between language expression and reporting effect. Because verifiable public information is currently limited, little can be said about his life, identity, or academic background; his main areas of writing interest can only be sketched briefly on the basis of the works held in the library.