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Writing Skills for Public Relations

Style and Technique for Mainstream and Social Media. PR In Practice

By (author) John Foster
Format: Paperback / softback
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd, London, United Kingdom
Published: 3rd Oct 2012
Dimensions: w 156mm h 234mm d 15mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN-10: 0749465433
ISBN-13: 9780749465438
Barcode No: 9780749465438
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Synopsis
Writing Skills for Public Relations is filled with helpful pointers and useful examples for public relations practitioners at all levels who need to make the best use of written communication. Covering both style and presentation, it addresses the dos and don'ts of English grammar, including jargon and cliches, as well as important legal considerations. Along with guidance on editing, policing house style, writing for the press, public speaking, pronunciation and good text design and layout, this fifth edition provides valuable advice on writing for online and social media. This is an essential hands-on practical guide for anyone earning a living through the written or spoken word.

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"John Foster's book is a 'how to' guide that gives solid grounding in the writing requirements of the PR business. It covers a lot of ground on a complex but rewarding subject." * Writing Magazine * "Writing good English must be one of the most difficult jobs in the world... This book by John Foster gives invaluable advice, not only on the rules of English grammar, but on how to make the language come alive." * Professor Anne Gregory, Director, Centre for Public Relations Studies at Leeds Metropolitan University * "This book addresses the pitfalls that wind up editors, clients and PR managers alike." * PRWeek * "A brilliantly comprehensive teach-yourself guide to making sure people will want to read or hear your written words. Foster covers print, website, broadcast, blog, Twitter, Facebook and public speaking with a sharp expertise gained from a lifetime in PR and journalism and a love of good, unpretentious English." * Robin Corry, UK Features.co.uk and former Fleet Street editor * "...can be read with pleasure from cover-to-cover or dipped into for a refresher on a particular topic [...] As someone who has spent his career on both sides of the divide, Foster speaks with true authority." * The Writer Magazine * "...covers enormous ground. Besides writing effectively, Foster tackles new media, such as social networks and the Internet, even public speaking. He also gives helpful tips on how to make language come alive [...] to learn more about communicating well, read the book." * Robert Harland, Philippine Rotary *