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ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This is a book about the craft of journalism, of catching a good story, of inspiration, listening and communication. More than 30 of Australia’s finest journalists including Laurie Oakes, Stan Grant, Richard Fidler, Kate McClymont, Lisa Millar and Annabel Crabbe talk candidly about the things they have learned in their careers. Arranged in ten sections from news reporting to editing and producing, this is a wonderfully addictive journey through the many different paths of professional storytelling. Full of wisdom, warmth, professionalism and of course fabulous anecdotes! Lindy
Leigh Sales AM is one of Australia's most respected journalists. As the new presenter of Australian Story and the recent host of the ABC's flagship current affairs program, 7.30, she has interviewed dozens of world leaders and celebrities, including Hillary Clinton, Tony Blair, the Dalai Lama, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Harrison Ford, Tom Hanks, Salman Rushdie, Margaret Atwood and Bill Gates. She has interviewed every living Australian Prime Minister, as well as the late Bob Hawke, and has anchored the last three federal elections for the ABC. Leigh is the winner of three Walkley Awards, Australia's highest journalism honour; the author of the books Detainee 002, On Doubt, Well Hello and the bestselling Any Ordinary Day; and the co-host of the popular podcast Chat 10 Looks 3 with Annabel Crabb. In 2023, her service to journalism and the community was recognised with an honorary doctorate from Edith Cowan University.
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This is a book about the craft of journalism, of catching a good story, of inspiration, listening and communication. More than 30 of Australia’s finest journalists including Laurie Oakes, Stan Grant, Richard Fidler, Kate McClymont, Lisa Millar and Annabel Crabbe talk candidly about the things they have learned in their careers. Arranged in ten sections from news reporting to editing and producing, this is a wonderfully addictive journey through the many different paths of professional storytelling. Full of wisdom, warmth, professionalism and of course fabulous anecdotes! Lindy
'Leigh Sales’ extended masterclass on the journalist’s craft contains a wealth of wisdom, from her and a wide range of interviewees, all of whom have expertise in varying aspects of the game.' * <B><I>Sydney Morning Herald</I></B> *
