Testimonials

"Martin's book offers sixteen chapters of information, hints, and ideas on many essential aspects of the journalistic enterprise--from how to nurture your curiosity and ask good questions to the importance of being accurate and admitting mistakes when they occur. . . ." From a review in the June 2012 issue of Journalism & Mass Communication Editor.

"I needed the book to be clear, easy-to-read and organized around the principles that I intend to teach. Your book is neatly broken down into 16 short chapters that will follow a 16-week course. Plus, the chapters are short enough that I can supplement them with current case studies, articles and examples that are online....They served as a good jumping-off point of discussion for our in-class time." Rick Brunson, University of Central Florida

"Journalism students and veterans alike will benefit from Rich Martin's wisdom. Drawing from three decades in the news business, he has distilled a list of values--like accuracy and curiosity--that define great journalists and produce great journalism. His book explains how to prepare for and succeed in a profession that's so critical for democracy and civil society." Jeff South, Virginia Commonwealth University

"Living Journalism will allow teachers to encourage their students to reach for the very best in craft and ethics while keeping them grounded in the realities of a tough job. . . It’s a book that encourages students to reach for the best within themselves regarding the craft and ethics of journalism." Andrew Cline, Missouri State University

"Rich's attempt to help us all understand that journalism was, is and will continue to be not only relevant, but essential if we are to continue to have a democracy. . . . The book would--and likely will--make a fine basic text, and it's a good read for the rest of you." From a review in the November 2011 issue of Valley Business FRONT (Roanoke, VA).

A review in the June 2012 issue of Journalism & Mass Communication Educator (volume 67, number 2, pages 184-85) acclaims this book, which "celebrates the best of journalism and offers aspiring journalists a guide for following the most vaunted traditions in the field." The reviewer notes that the book has "a fresh, contemporary feel, with numerous references to new technologies of newsgathering, such as social media, blogs, online reporting tools, and even the use of email by reporters." She praises the author, who has done "an impressive job of following up on stories by finding the journalists involved in the original incidents and updating the narratives with their reflections on what had happened." She concludes by stating that "young journalists of all stripes who are serious about making a difference and exemplifying the best professional standards will find a great deal of inspiration from Martin's ideas, a great deal of encouragement from his hopeful tone."

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