Newspapers Books

This was a great book to read and learn about a very unique part of our news history. I admit that I would not have picked this book had I not been working on a paper for a graduate class, but I'm very glad I selected a topic that put a book like this in my reading path. It's an easy read and sectioned so that you can pick it up and put it down. If you're interested in this kind of history, reading it will give you an appreciation for how much the journalism field has changed.

This book starts a little slow, as we are introduced to a rather stuffy young English lady, told through the letters she writes to family members in the mid-1800's. However, as the story unfolds, I found myself increasingly drawn into Rachel's world, and was reluctant to leave it. We follow her voyage from southern England to Australia, where she slowly adapts to and ultimately embraces life on the frontier, minus the many comforts with which she had been raised. We see not only Rachel's transformation, but a fascinating study of life in the Australian outback, and the triumph of hard work in a frontier that was at times quite harsh, yet which ultimately provided a good life. A very good book, particularly when you consider this story is told through a collection of real letters written by a real person. I bought this book used, but it has a permanent place in my library.

However, this book has too much 'adult' stuff and is not suitable for the age group suggested. It is full of funny anecdotes (some kinda racy) and I read it over and over. It also makes a great bathroom reader(!).

A serious book on Conrad Black... After all that crap in the papers, it's good to know what's true and what's not. Here is a well writen book on a very complex man...

I heard it's the only one of all the forthcoming books on Conrad Black with real interviews with Black himself... Nice to know.

One of my favorite books by this author, the character development is exceptionally strong and the plot is very well done. A very likeable protagonist that you root for throughout. This should come with a money-back guarantee!

I'M KOREAN. I WOULD LIKE TO TRANSLATE THIS BOOK. THIS BOOK MAKES TO CONCRETE MY EDITORIAL PERSPECTIVES.

As a big Darlene Benton fan I was thrilled to find out there was a second compilation of Darlene's articles. Anyone seeking some inspiration without having to read a novel will enjoy either of Darlene's books. She writes from the heart about everyday real life. I was sorry to see her weekly column stop running in our local paper. Thank you Darlene for all your wonderful stories.

This was a great book for anyone wanting to breathe some life and flare into the task of reporting often dry, routine city government meetings. Hard news doesn't have to be clipped and stale. This book shows you how to keep hard news hard, but with some interest, creativity.

Lots of great information about schools, types of jobs in publishing, wages,etc. Includes address and phone numbers, resume and cover letter, tips on getting an interview. He also explains the publishing business in an easy to read and informative way. Very interesting.

If you really want a good practical book about making newsletters for a living this is a good start. The 1994 date means the internet is ignored, but there are several forms to help you get started doing a business in newsletters.