<bi-shortcode id="disclaimer" class="mceNonEditable" data-type="insiderpicks"> </bi-shortcode><bi-shortcode id="table-of-contents-sticky" class="mceNonEditable" data-type="h2">Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky</bi-shortcode><bi-shortcode id="summary-shortcode" data-type="summary-shortcode" class="mceNonEditable" contenteditable="false">Summary List Placement</bi-shortcode><p><img src="https://static3.businessinsider.com/image/609beca4342837001822ceb4-1668/BEST JOURNALISM BOOKS ROUDNUP 4x3.png" border="0" alt="BEST JOURNALISM BOOKS ROUDNUP 4x3" data-mce-source="Amazon; Bookshop; Alyssa Powell/Insider"></p><p>Real talkI'm a soon-to-be journalism graduate and a major bookie, so I'm always on the hunt for books that will offer new perspectives about the emerging profession of news, digital journalism, and reporting. Naturally, <strong>I put my reporting skills to work and reached out to 55 journalism professors</strong>from schools like UPenn, Stanford, Duke, Northwestern, and many moreto put together a master list of beloved recommendations from esteemed professionals. </p><p>Whether you're entering a newsroom as an entry-level journalist, seeking to improve your writing skills, or interested in learning more about the digital media landscape, you'll certainly benefit from flipping through the pages of one (or more) of our picks below.</p><p>Read on to discover the best journalism and writing books, the professors who recommended them, and why they integrate them within their courses. </p><h2>Click to jump to the 54 best journalism writing books of 2021:</h2><ul class="summary-list"><li><a href="https://businessinsider.com/best-journalism-writing-books#the-best-journalism-books-1">The best journalism books</a></li><li><a href="https://businessinsider.com/best-journalism-writing-books#the-best-investigative-journalism-books-2">The best investigative journalism books</a></li><li><a href="https://businessinsider.com/best-journalism-writing-books#the-best-social-media-and-digital-journalism-books-3">The best social media and digital journalism books</a></li><li><a href="https://businessinsider.com/best-journalism-writing-books#the-best-visual-journalism-and-photography-books-4">The best visual journalism and photography books</a></li><li><a href="https://businessinsider.com/best-journalism-writing-books#the-best-broadcast-journalism-books-5">The best broadcast journalism books</a></li><li><a href="https://businessinsider.com/best-journalism-writing-books#the-best-writing-books-6">The best writing books</a></li><li><a href="https://businessinsider.com/best-journalism-writing-books#the-best-grammar-books-7">The best grammar books</a></li></ul><h3>The best journalism books</h3><img src="https://static5.businessinsider.com/image/609bed04342837001822cebc-400-300/the-best-journalism-books.jpg" alt="" /><p><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Journalist-Murderer-Janet-Malcolm/dp/0679731830'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=62941312579c58b135ff8d22d6a2caa1&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>1. "The Journalist and the Murderer" by Janet Malcolm</strong></a></h3><p>An eye-catching title to say the least, "The Journalist and the Murderer" is a deep dive into the psychopathology between the journalist and his subject. <a href="https://sanford.duke.edu/people/faculty/graham-david" target="_blank" rel="noopener">David Graham</a>, an adjunct instructor at Duke University currently teaching magazine journalism, <strong>has used this book in every class.</strong></p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://dewitt.sanford.duke.edu/people/peter-applebome/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Peter Applebome</a>, Duke University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://camd.northeastern.edu/faculty/jonathan-kaufman/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jonathan Kaufman</a>, Northeastern University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://camd.northeastern.edu/faculty/dan-kennedy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dan Kennedy</a>, Northeastern University</li><li><a href="https://gws.arizona.edu/user/linda-lumsden-phd" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Linda Lumsden</a>, Arizona State University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60994910a324790011589d82" data-purchase-option="">and the Murderer (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Journalism-Revised-Updated-3rd/dp/0804136785'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=526c1043e75c63229a406af47d98f204&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>2. "The Elements of Journalism: What </strong>Newspeople<strong> Should Know and the Public Should Expect" by Bill Kovach & Tom Rosenstiel</strong></a></h3><p>According to <a href="https://www.sdstate.edu/directory/marina-hendricks" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Marina Hendricks</a>, an assistant professor at South Dakota State University, "The Elements of Journalism" is a go-to resource for journalists. It covers nine essential elements that comprise the heart of strong reporting.</p><p><strong>"My well-worn copy is marked with sticky notes, underlining, and penciled-in notes," she added.</strong></p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/megan-craig" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Megan Craig</a>, Syracuse University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://merrill.umd.edu/directory/adrianne-flynn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adrianne Flynn</a>, University of Maryland</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/greg-munno" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Greg Munno</a>, Syracuse University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://sanford.duke.edu/people/faculty/stencel-mark" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Stencel</a>, Duke University</li><li><a href="https://www.medill.northwestern.edu/directory/faculty/patti-wolter.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Patti Wolter</a>, Northwestern University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60996e2047e2210011808928" data-purchase-option="">of Journalism (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Reporting-Tim-Harrower/dp/0073526177'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=03a22dffb61c629c4df719e9d74b2faf&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">3. "Inside Reporting" by Tim Harrower</a></h3><p>"Inside Reporting" is a unique text because it highlights <strong>the basics of reporting while detailing how to package stories in interactive, visual ways.</strong></p><p>"The information on each skill is presented in an accessible way," said <a href="https://olemiss.edu/people/ebmeacha'id=ebmeacha" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ellen Meacham</a>, who teaches multimedia writing at the University of Mississippi. "Each skill builds upon the last, and the fundamentals he provides about writing and reporting are solid."</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.elon.edu/u/news/2020/01/28/kelly-furnas-named-to-student-press-law-centers-board-of-directors/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kelly Furnas</a>, Elon University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://communications.manoa.hawaii.edu/julien-gorbach/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Julien Gorbach</a>, The University of Hawaii at Manoa</li><li><a href="https://www.propublica.org/people/jeremy-kohler" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jeremy Kohler</a>, Washington University in St. Louis</li><li><a href="https://www.medill.northwestern.edu/directory/faculty/patti-wolter.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Patti Wolter</a>, Northwestern University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60996ffa3a360c0011e3f4b9" data-purchase-option="">Reporting (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ethical-Journalist-Responsible-Decisions-Digital/dp/1119031737'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=92b76a7e328407418b9d064f20413df1&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>4. "The Ethical Journalist: Making Responsible Decisions in the Digital Age" by Gene Foreman</strong></a></h3><p>I read "The Ethical Journalist" in my media ethics course and it was a helpful resource, thanks to its 24 real-life case studies that encouraged me to think critically about some of the media's most pressing issues.</p><p>"It offers high-value expertise and is clearly written," said <a href="https://english.tcnj.edu/faculty-staff/emilie-lounsberry/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Emile Lounsberry</a>, my former associate professor at The College of New Jersey. <strong>It's also one of her top three journalism books she's ever read.</strong></p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/megan-craig" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Megan Craig</a>, Syracuse University</li><li><a href="https://fulbright.uark.edu/departments/journalism/directory/index/uid/rmmccaff/name/Ray+McCaffrey/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Raymond McCaffrey</a>, University of Arkansas</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="6099709447e2210011808933" data-purchase-option="">Journalist (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/New-Journalism-Conversations-Americas-Nonfiction/dp/140003356X'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=c3919009bf63fccb5df91922edc95d96&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">5. "The New New Journalism: Conversations with America's Best Nonfiction Writers on Their Craft" by Robert S. Boynton</a></h3><p>After reading the blurb of "The New New Journalism," I immediately purchased it. It highlights sound methods for writing and career advice for journalists of all ages. <a href="https://dewitt.sanford.duke.edu/people/peter-applebome/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Peter Applebome</a>, an adjunct instructor of journalism and public policy at Duke University, said <strong>it's an essential book in all of his courses.</strong></p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.bu.edu/com/profile/caryl-rivers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Caryl Rivers</a>, Boston University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.medill.northwestern.edu/directory/faculty/karen-springen.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Karen Springen</a>, Northwestern University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609972bcc153dd001150ba59" data-purchase-option="">Journalism (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Deadline-Journalist-at-Work/dp/0325002258'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=fc65180f8a9f54591d261020d1a1b03b&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>6. "Writing to Deadline: The Journalist at Work" by Donald Murray</strong></a></h3><p>"Writing to Deadline" cover tips for outlining your draft, focusing your story, and fine-tuning your writing. You'll also learn from case studies of real journalists in the field.</p><p><strong>"It provides excellent advice for young journalists,"</strong> said <a href="https://camd.northeastern.edu/faculty/dan-kennedy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dan Kennedy</a>, a journalism professor at Northeastern University. He uses the book to facilitate discussions in his Journalism II course.</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://communications.manoa.hawaii.edu/julien-gorbach/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Julien Gorbach</a>, The University of Hawaii at Manoa</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609973943a360c0011e3f4d1" data-purchase-option="">The Journalist at Work (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/View-Somewhere-Undoing-Journalistic-Objectivity/dp/022658917X'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=9fb2a41f04a6f006c87d68db9e0a5a54&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>7. "The View From Somewhere: Undoing the Myth of Journalistic Objectivity" by Lewis Raven Wallace</strong></a></h3><p>"The View From Somewhere" offers a detailed explanation of<strong> how the myth of objectivity has been used to marginalize writers.</strong> It's a book about how some of the best writers chased after truth and transparency but were punished because they were accused of having bias.</p><p><a href="https://www.medill.northwestern.edu/directory/faculty/steven-thrasher.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Steven William Thrasher</a>, assistant professor of journalism at Northwestern University focusing on social theory, said he loves the book and would highly recommend it.</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li><a href="https://camd.northeastern.edu/faculty/meg-heckman/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Meg Heckman</a>, Northeastern University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="6099755d47e2210011808941" data-purchase-option="">from Somewhere (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/News-Writing-Reporting-Complete-Journalist/dp/0195188322'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=71ba6af962c0e365eb09d26191f26460&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>8. "News Writing and Reporting: The Complete Guide for Today's Journalist" by Chip Scanlan and Richard Craig</strong></a></h3><p>Built on the three pillars of journalism —process, coaching, and storytelling — "News Writing and Reporting" provides tips for print and digital copywriters with "quick tip" advice sections and strategies for solving ethical dilemmas.</p><p><a href="https://communications.manoa.hawaii.edu/julien-gorbach/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Julien Gorbach</a>, an assistant professor teaching intermediate news writing at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, <strong>uses this text to relay "in-depth, thoughtful guidance" to his students.</strong></p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://communications.manoa.hawaii.edu/brett-oppegaard/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brett Oppegaard</a>, The University of Hawaii at Manoa</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60997b4947e2210011808961" data-purchase-option="">and Reporting (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Show-Me-Money-Routledge-Communication-dp-1138188387/dp/1138188387'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=ea1c54e3ad6af48558066d7b12e89a6d&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">9. "Show Me the Money: Writing Business and Economics Stories for Mass Communication" by Chris Roush</a></h3><p>If you're looking for a book that draws on personal business journalism experience, you can't go wrong with "Show Me the Money." It teaches journalists how to report on specific industries, find sources, and look through documents, from SEC filings to invoices.</p><p>"What I love about Roush's style of writing and his approach to business reporting is he emphasizes that corporations are not faceless entities, but are made up of people making decisions," said <a href="https://www.elon.edu/u/news/2020/01/28/kelly-furnas-named-to-student-press-law-centers-board-of-directors/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kelly Furnas</a>, a journalism lecturer at Elon University. <strong>"It illustrates how finances work for students who aren't finance majors."</strong></p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://journalism.unl.edu/joe-weber" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joseph Weber</a>, University of Nebraska-Lincoln</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60997c48c153dd001150ba75" data-purchase-option="">the Money (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Best-American-Magazine-Writing-2020/dp/0231198019'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=5c8818dab989978f6d7985f9cc90aa43&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">10. "The Best American Magazine Writing" by Sid Holt</a></h3><p>If you're interested in the editorial industry at large, "The Best American Magazine Writing" is a great glimpse into the inner workings of journalism. It provides excerpts from publications like the Washington Post, New York Magazine, and the New Yorker, among others.</p><p><strong>"It showcases outstanding, globe-spanning journalism as judged by the </strong><a href="https://www.asme.media/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>American Society of Magazine Editors</strong></a><strong>,"</strong> said <a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/melissa-chessher" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Melissa Chessher</a>, the chair of Syracuse University's magazine, news, and digital journalism department and professor of magazine writing. </p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.medill.northwestern.edu/directory/faculty/patti-wolter.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Patti Wolter</a>, Northwestern University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60997d3dc153dd001150ba7c" data-purchase-option="">Writing Magzine (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fact-Checkers-Bible-Guide-Getting/dp/0385721064'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=69e0f94de4c95fcdb37c438292d37452&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">11. "The Fact-Checker's Bible: A Guide to Getting It Right" by Sarah Harrison Smith</a></h3><p>Whether you're a new writer or a budding journalist, you need "The Fact-Checker's Bible." It's jam-packed with explanations on how to read for accuracy and determine what to check, <strong>including quotations, legal liabilities, and plagiarism.</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.english.upenn.edu/people/julia-bloch" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Julia Bloch</a>, the director of the Creative Writing Program at the University of Pennsylvania, recommends this essential tool for the pressing task of fact-checking in a culture overwhelmed by information from different media outlets and sources.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60997e77c153dd001150ba87" data-purchase-option="">Checker's Bible (button)</bi-shortcode></p><br/><br/><h3>The best investigative journalism books</h3><img src="https://static4.businessinsider.com/image/609bed44ba78eb001906ee46-400-300/the-best-investigative-journalism-books.jpg" alt="" /><p><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Investigative-Reporters-Handbook-Documents-Techniques/dp/1319102840'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=bdf9ff9fa97196e6f197341266bb0177&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">1. "The Investigative Reporter's Handbook: A Guide to Documents, Databases, and Techniques" by Brant Houston</a></h3><p>A great resource for both journalism students and seasoned professionals, "The Investigative Reporter's Handbook" explains <strong>how to gather sources, track information, and pursue deep dives across a variety of beats. </strong>I used this book in my data journalism course and the amount of detail it provides is unparalleled.</p><p><a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/alex-richards" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Alex Richards</a>, an assistant professor at Syracuse University who teaches reporting, advanced reporting, and social justice data journalism courses, said "it helps students understand what types of documents and data exist within government agencies at all levels, as well as stories that have come from them."</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/megan-craig" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Megan Craig</a>, Syracuse University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://communications.manoa.hawaii.edu/julien-gorbach/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Julien Gorbach</a>, The University of Hawaii at Manoa</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://english.tcnj.edu/donna-shaw/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Donna Shaw</a>, The College of New Jersey</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60998b7f47e221001180898f" data-purchase-option="">Reporter's Handbook (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Investigative-Journalism-Proven-Strategies-Reporting/dp/0872894142'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=d129951d5842efc7dc77fea45531b583&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>2. "The Art of Access: Strategies for Acquiring Public Records" by David L. Cuillier & Charles N. Davis</strong></a></h3><p>According to Richards, "'The Art of Access' <strong>helps students understand how to send open records requests efficiently and push back against bureaucrats</strong> who would stop a request from being fulfilled."</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60998dc047e2210011808996" data-purchase-option="">of Access (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Investigative-Journalism-Proven-Strategies-Reporting/dp/0872894142'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=d129951d5842efc7dc77fea45531b583&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>3. "Investigative Reporting: Proven Strategies for Reporting the Story" by William C. Gaines</strong></a></h3><p>As used in my investigative journalism course, this text serves as a resourceful primer for learning <strong>how to access documents, interview sources, and create a comprehensive report.</strong> It also takes you into the mind of a field reporter forming an investigative story, so you can understand the process from beginning to end.</p><p><a href="https://english.tcnj.edu/faculty-staff/emilie-lounsberry/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Emilie Lounsberry</a>, my former associate professor at the College of New Jersey, recommends this book to learn how to come up with story ideas and execute them for publication.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60998cadc153dd001150baa1" data-purchase-option="">Journalism (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Data-Journalists-Brant-Houston/dp/0815370407'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=39ebf4c3864a2f488f6301e1d925ecfd&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>4. "Data for Journalists: A Practical Guide for Computer-Assisted Reporting" by Brant Houston</strong></a></h3><p>As one of the clearest, step-by-step manuals in this roundup, "Data for Journalists" is <strong>a text every journalist should have on hand for the research process. </strong>I used this book in my data journalism course at the College of New Jersey. <a href="https://english.tcnj.edu/donna-shaw/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Donna Shaw</a>, who led the course, said it's engaging and authoritative.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60998f3bc153dd001150baad" data-purchase-option="">A Practical Guide for Computer-Assisted Reporting (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Numbers-newsroom-Using-math-statistics/dp/B0006E8VEC'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=59be2369b5af53483cf228c4955c273d&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">5. "Numbers in the Newsroom: Using Math and Statistics in News" by Sarah Cohen</a></h3><p>This book comes recommended by <a href="https://journalism.unl.edu/joe-weber" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joe Weber</a>, an associate journalism professor who teaches graduate writing, financial communications, and entrepreneurial journalism at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. <br /><br />According to Weber, "Numbers in the Newsroom" is great at <strong>"covering basic mathematical concepts you will need to develop, report, and write news stories."</strong></p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609993ae47e221001180899d" data-purchase-option="">Newsroom (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Watchdog-That-Didnt-Bark-Disappearance-dp-0231158181/dp/0231158181'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=5ca99983efa821272d894fb1a641b130&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">6. "The<strong> Watchdog That Didn't Bark: The Financial Crisis and the Disappearance of Investigative Journalism" by Dean Starkman</strong></a></h3><p>In this modern take on investigative journalism, Starkman highlights the role business news has on enterprise-style reporting — <strong>an impact leading to a widespread silence on financial crises nationwide.</strong></p><p><a href="https://profiles.stanford.edu/james-hamilton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">James Hamilton</a>, a professor at Stanford University, told Insider it's one of his favorite journalism books.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609994c4c153dd001150bab0" data-purchase-option="">Didn't Bark (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Corpse-Had-Familiar-Face-dp-1439141142/dp/1439141142'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=773107b73c09d8f97be2168593dd5581&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>7. "The Corpse Had a Familiar Face: Covering Miami, America's Hottest Beat" by Edna Buchanan</strong></a></h3><p>Edna Buchanan, who covered life and death on Miami streets at "The Miami Herald" for 18 years, explains her experience, struggles, and successes in this book. <a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/jon-glass" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jonathan Neal Glass</a>, who teaches digital news and innovation and digital news leadership at Syracuse University, <strong>said it's the first book that inspired him to pursue journalism.</strong></p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609996efc153dd001150bab7" data-purchase-option="">a Familiar Face (button)</bi-shortcode></p><br/><br/><h3>The best social media and digital journalism books</h3><img src="https://static1.businessinsider.com/image/609bed89ba78eb001906ee4d-400-300/the-best-social-media-and-digital-journalism-books.jpg" alt="" /><p><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074ST786W'tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">1. "The Online Journalism Handbook: Skills to Survive and Thrive in the Digital Age" by Paul Bradshaw</a></h3><p>For instructions on how to become a successful digital journalist, "The Online Journalism Handbook'' is your toolkit. It provides theories, applications, and tricks for this transformative industry.</p><p><a href="https://www.bu.edu/com/profile/michelle-johnson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michelle Johnson</a>, an associate professor teaching Introduction to Journalism at Boston University, <strong>uses this text to educate her students on the historical perspective of online news development.</strong></p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609998a047e22100118089b2" data-purchase-option="">Journalism Handbook (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Twitter-Social-Communication-Digital-Society-ebook/dp/B00C8UJ2XQ'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=80dcd111d73fa355a3c152035627168f&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>2. "Twitter: Social Communication in the Twitter Age" by Dhiraj Murthy</strong></a></h3><p>From processing national elections to natural disasters, Twitter has become a newfound news outlet. <a href="https://journalism.utexas.edu/faculty/dhiraj-murthy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dhiraj Murthy</a>, associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin, uses his book about Twitter in his courses.</p><p><strong>"It investigates a lot of aspects of the platform covering everything from citizen journalism to Twitter use in disasters reporting</strong>, as well as political-related events," said Murthy.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60999973c153dd001150bac4" data-purchase-option="">Social Communication in the Twitter Age (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Content-Fuel-Framework-Unlimited-Marketers/dp/1734329009'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=821e1788a38353a1f6863c4dd93d18b5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>3. "The Content Fuel Framework: How to Generate Unlimited Story Ideas" by Melanie Deziel</strong></a></h3><p>Self-described as "an adaptable and evergreen guide you'll come back to again and again," "The Content Fuel Framework" provides <strong>a comprehensive foundation for delivering unique content for the web — including on your social feeds. </strong></p><p><a href="https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/adam-peruta" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adam Peruta</a>, an associate professor who teaches digital media electives at Syracuse University, loves this book and recommends it to anyone interested in becoming a content creator.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60999ad5c153dd001150bad4" data-purchase-option="">How to Generate Unlimited Story Ideas (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Twitter-Tear-Gas-Fragility-Networked/dp/0300234171'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=c40a10017314f98018ea1e1acd0e0fc2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">4. "Twitter and Tear Gas: The Power and Fragility of Networked Protest" by Zeynep Tufekci</a></h3><p>"Twitter and Tear Gas" is a firsthand account and analysis of modern protests and their impact on the media. At its core, it explains how social media revolutionized social movements.</p><p><strong>"It's an exemplary case study of the possibilities and perils of social media for democratic reform,"</strong> said <a href="https://journalism.columbia.edu/faculty/richard-r-john" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Professor Richard R. John</a>, who teaches doctoral candidates at Columbia Journalism School.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60999c05c153dd001150bad9" data-purchase-option="">The Power and Fragility of Networked Protest (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Reporters-Notebook-Mark-Blaine-dp-0415898617/dp/0415898617'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=26778e6e7b17d3ac90cc50ed7a69fec0&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>5. "The Digital Reporter's Notebook" by Mark Blaine</strong></a></h3><p><a href="https://communications.manoa.hawaii.edu/julien-gorbach/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Julien Gorbach</a>, who teaches an entry-level course on multimedia journalism at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, uses this text because it's a <strong>"barebones, straight-to-the-point field guide that covers the core essentials of storytelling</strong> through photojournalism, audio, and video." </p><p>Later chapters elaborate on building a beat, using records in reporting, and data journalism, he added.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60999cbf47e22100118089c5" data-purchase-option="">Reporter's Notebook (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mobile-Social-Media-Journalism-Practical/dp/1506357148'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=7f4e363eb38eeb4549e78449df0114c0&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong>6. "Mobile and Social Media Journalism: A Practical Guide" by Anthony Adornato</strong></a></h3><p>To best understand audience engagement, social media, and online content distribution, look no further than "Mobile and Social Media Journalism." It's one of the most modern books available.</p><p><strong>"It provides lots of useful information about producing journalism in our mobile and social environment,"</strong> said <a href="https://ppc.uiowa.edu/people/brian-ekdale" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brian Ekdale</a>, an associate professor at the University of Iowa who teaches introduction to multimedia storytelling and audio and video production. "It raises the major issues facing contemporary journalists and provides useful strategies for navigating this brave new world."</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60999de5c153dd001150bade" data-purchase-option="">A Practical Guide (button)</bi-shortcode></p><br/><br/><h3>The best visual journalism and photography books</h3><img src="https://static2.businessinsider.com/image/609bed9a342837001822cec8-400-300/the-best-visual-journalism-and-photography-books.jpg" alt="" /><p><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Comics-Invisible-Scott-McCloud/dp/006097625X'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=d4fcfbd7bc6b46e2e8c0cd58aa661616&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>1. "Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art" by Scott McCloud</strong></a></h3><p>Journalism isn't limited to just words — comics are vital for visual storytelling, too. According to <a href="https://www.english.upenn.edu/people/robert-berry" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Professor Robert Berry</a>, who teaches comics courses at the University of Pennsylvania's Creative Writing Program, <strong>"Understanding Comics" is the "perfect primer for seeing how the medium works" </strong>and that "no one reads it without having a deeper appreciation for the art."</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="60999eabc153dd001150baea" data-purchase-option="">Comics (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Words-Writing-Pictures-Graphic/dp/1596431318'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=785d127ee37815932e9aaa4028b66607&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>2. "Drawing Words and Writing Pictures: Making Comics, Manga, Graphic Novels, and Beyond" by Jessica Abel & Matt Madden</strong></a></h3><p>Barry also recommends "Drawing Words and Writing Pictures," as it's <strong>"thorough on materials, techniques, and practices in comics that students can use to build their skills </strong>way beyond the classroom." It's also centered on storytelling and explains how the finished comic is produced.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="6099a01b47e22100118089de" data-purchase-option="">Writing Pictures (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Visual-Communication-Understanding-Images-Culture/dp/1412962242'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=09039bc16d5a172eae0b1940a9122100&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>3. "Visual Communication: Understanding Images in Media Culture" by Giorgia Aiello & Katy Parry</strong></a></h3><p>Most forms of journalism use photos or illustrations to supplement written copy, and <strong>"Visual Communication" provides an excellent breakdown of how to effectively use imagery in storytelling. </strong></p><p>"The authors do a nice job of presenting theory and method understandably, presenting two case studies with each chapter to help show it in action," said <a href="https://grady.uga.edu/faculty/lough/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kyser Lough</a>, an assistant professor at the University of Georgia who teaches Media Images (a visual communications research class) and Intro to Photojournalism. </p><p>"My students like the case studies because they're real-world examples, and the book even covers advertising, TV, and film images," he added.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="6099a0de3a360c0011e3f558" data-purchase-option="">Understanding Images in Media Culture (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Visual-Methodologies-Introduction-Researching-Materials/dp/1473948908'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=2e8e5a0e72e88ade1f79787689a686ab&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>4. "Visual Methodologies: An Introduction to Researching with Visual Materials" by Gillian Rose</strong></a></h3><p><strong>"This is the gold standard in understanding the methods of visual research,</strong>" <a href="https://grady.uga.edu/faculty/lough/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lough</a> said. He uses this text to encourage students to brainstorm research topics and execute them according to theory.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="6099a3fa3a360c0011e3f56b" data-purchase-option="">An Introduction to Researching with Visual Materials (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Being-Photographer-Practical-Guide/dp/1888803061'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biipf_051021_red-chairs-amazon-20&linkId=4fcb0d449b4158625ae3b70808f20e4c&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>5. "On Being a Photographer: A Practical Guide" by David Hurn & Bill Jay</strong></a></h3><p>Though photography requires a lot of direct experience in the field, <strong>"On Being a Photographer'' provides some great tips for students</strong> to supplement their practice. As Kyser Lough said: "It's full of the good stuff."</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="6099a4953a360c0011e3f573" data-purchase-option="">a Photographer (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Great-Picture-Hunt-Feature-Hunting/dp/0976489201'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=fbc38e8c426e955d425c01d97b64b110&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>6. "The Great Picture Hunt 2: The Art and Ethics of Feature Picture Hunting" by Dave LaBelle</strong></a></h3><p>As one of Lough's favorite journalism books, "The Great Picture Hunt 2" is fit for an advanced photojournalism course.</p><p><strong>"It gets into the process and ethics of making good, impactful feature photographs," </strong>he said. "Far too often, we shrug off feature photos as fluffy, feel-good space-fillers when, in reality, they can be some of the most important and meaningful glimpses into the nature of our humanity — and it shows how to move toward making these kinds of images."</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="6099a54947e22100118089f1" data-purchase-option="">Picture Hunt 2 (button)</bi-shortcode></p><br/><br/><h3>The best broadcast journalism books</h3><img src="https://static3.businessinsider.com/image/609bedb8ba78eb001906ee52-400-300/the-best-broadcast-journalism-books.jpg" alt="" /><p><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Out-Wire-Storytelling-Secrets-Masters/dp/0385348436'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=f5a5286b9e6656ce403e447431ed5908&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">1. "Out on the Wire: The Storytelling Secrets of the New Masters of Radio" by Jessica Abel</a></h3><p>For a behind-the-scenes take of popular radio shows like "This American Life," "RadioLab," and "Planet Money," <strong>"Out on the Wire" reveals juicy details for producing a successful audio show through comic panels. </strong></p><p>"It's a fantastic, illustrated guide to long-form podcasting," said <a href="https://communications.manoa.hawaii.edu/julien-gorbach/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Julien Gorbach</a>, an assistant professor teaching a variety of entry-level and advanced journalism and multimedia courses at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.bu.edu/com/profile/anne-donohue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anne Donohue</a>, Boston University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://journalism.princeton.edu/people/joe-richman/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joe Richman</a>, Princeton University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609a8aaa3a360c0011e3f57b" data-purchase-option="">The Storytelling Secrets of the New Masters of Radio (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Reality-Radio-Second-Documentary-association/dp/1469633132'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=4a240cb25308c19087734feb82378ce8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>2. "Reality Radio: Telling True Stories in Sound" by John Biewen & Alexa Dilworth</strong></a></h3><p>Highlighting radio as a creative expression of journalism, "Reality Radio" <strong>touches on several producers and programs to best explain influential audio work. </strong>It comprises 19 essays that explain noteworthy contributions in the field through stories and transcripts.</p><p><a href="https://www.bu.edu/com/profile/anne-donohue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anne Donohue</a>, an associate professor at Boston University who teaches podcasting, narrative radio, global health storytelling, and newsroom courses, said it's an excellent guide to audio journalism.</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li><a href="https://journalism.princeton.edu/people/joe-richman/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joe Richman</a>, Princeton University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609a8bd047e2210011808a07" data-purchase-option="">Radio (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Reporting-Guide-Journalism-Production/dp/0226431789'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=785551238cfa3ebedcc83ea2a2c6cab5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>3. "Sound Reporting: The NPR Guide to Audio Journalism and Production" by Jonathan Kern</strong></a></h3><p>NPR produces some of the most comprehensive and engaging radio shows and podcasts out there, and its "Sound Reporting" guide is an inside look into its craft. </p><p>"It's a great overview of audio storytelling with lots of examples from NPR," said <a href="https://ppc.uiowa.edu/people/brian-ekdale" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brian Ekdale</a>, an associate professor at the University of Iowa who teaches introduction to multimedia storytelling and audio and video production. "This book pre-dates the boom in podcasting, but <strong>the principles of audio reporting and story construction remain the same." </strong>For instance, you'll learn how to record smooth sound and relate to your audience through audio.</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.bu.edu/com/profile/anne-donohue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anne Donohue</a>, Boston University</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609a8c9dc153dd001150bafb" data-purchase-option="">The NPR Guide to Audio Journalism and Production (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Aim-Heart-Report-Produce-Multimedia/dp/1506315259'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=eb8bd78337c02cdeefe5837702b7063f&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">4. "Aim for the Heart: Write, Shoot, and Produce for TV and Multimedia" by Al Tompkins</a></h3><p>To learn how to write clear, strong broadcast stories, "Aim for the Heart'' should be the next book on your reading list. It covers who to interview and how to choose the best soundbites, as well as best practices for writing engaging, concise TV copy.</p><p>"Tomkins stresses the importance of emotion in writing, sound bite choice, and video gathering," said <a href="https://www.qu.edu/faculty-and-staff/ben-bogardus/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ben Bogardus</a>, an assistant professor at Quinnipiac University who teaches storytelling, broadcast news writing, the art of the podcast, and newscast capstone courses. <strong>"It's the next step for students to take after they've mastered the basics."</strong></p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://merrill.umd.edu/directory/josh-davidsburg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joshua Davidsburg</a>, University of Maryland</li></ul><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609a8db73a360c0011e3f587" data-purchase-option="">the Heart (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="http://www.writelikeyoutalk.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">5. "Write Like You Talk: A Guide to Broadcast Newswriting" by Jeff Butera</a></h3><p>"Writing is so fundamental in journalism and this text boils it down to plain language," said <a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/staff/harrison-hove/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harrison Hove</a>, who teaches broadcast writing, in-depth storytelling, and TV news reporting at the University of Florida.</p><p><strong>"The text is easy to understand, features an array of examples, </strong>offers practice questions, and helps students find their voice," he added.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609a8e8647e2210011808a18" data-purchase-option="">A Guide to Broadcast Newswriting (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Broadcast-News-Handbook-Reporting-Producing/dp/0073526223'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=afb9915c3b54dcac30fc9c758d89fbdc&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">6. "Broadcast News Handbook: Writing, Reporting, and Producing in the Age of Social Media" by C.A. Tuggle, Forrest Carr & Suzanne Huffman</a></h3><p>Backed by 50 years of combined broadcast news expertise, "Broadcast News Handbook" offers discussions and practical advice <strong>for becoming a segment writer and on-air anchor.</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.jou.ufl.edu/staff/harrison-hove/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harrison Hove</a> also recommends this text for its detailed explanation of the broadcast journalism industry.</p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609a90d847e2210011808a20" data-purchase-option="">Handbook (button)</bi-shortcode><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Air-Words-Writing-Broadcast-Internet/dp/0199760039'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=499df59f6b6904fb863ea80ee6e8a5cf&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>7. "Air Words: Writing Broadcast News in the Internet Age" by John Hewitt</strong></a></h3><p>I used this text in my broadcast journalism course and it provided a great background to drafting scripts and understanding how news packages are developed. Moreover, <a href="https://www.unr.edu/journalism/faculty-and-staff/directory/mcclinton-melissa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Melissa McClinton</a>, assistant professor of video production and immersive media at the University of Nevada-Reno, <strong>said it's one of her top three journalism books.</strong></p><bi-shortcode id="commerce-link" class="mceNonEditable" data-cardtype="button" data-pid="609a918147e2210011808a2a" data-purchase-option="">Words (button)</bi-shortcode></p><br/><br/><h3>The best writing books</h3><img src="https://static2.businessinsider.com/image/609bede0ba78eb001906ee54-400-300/the-best-writing-books.jpg" alt="" /><p><h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Well-Classic-Guide-Nonfiction/dp/0060891548'&linkCode=ll1&tag=biip_051021_journalism-books-20&linkId=13f7a16e7ec3a9746ddb707f48ad555d&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>1. "</strong><strong>On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction" by William Zinsser</strong></a></h3><p>Zinsser's highly praised book is an advice-packed hub for anyone interested in writing, well, just about anything.</p><p><strong>"This is the writing text students respond to with the most enthusiasm and from which they tell me they learn the most,"</strong> said <a href="https://www.emerson.edu/faculty-staff-directory/mark-leccese" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Associate Professor Mark Leccese</a>, who uses the book for his feature writing course at Emerson College in Boston.</p><p>Other professors who also recommended the book:</p><ul><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.bu.edu/com/profile/mitchell-zuckoff/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mitchell Zuckoff</a>, Boston University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://journalism.columbia.edu/faculty/meg-kissinger" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Meg Kissinger</a>, Columbia University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://journalism.columbia.edu/faculty/jonathan-weiner" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jonathan Weiner</a>, Columbia University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://camd.northeastern.edu/faculty/dan-kennedy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dan Kennedy</a>, Northeastern University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://journalism.nyu.edu/graduate/programs/business-and-economic-reporting/faculty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adam Perenberg</a>, New York University</li><li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.medill.northwestern.edu/directory/faculty/karen-springen.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Karen Springen</a>, N
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