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Review: Spin Doctors: How Media and Politicians Misdiagnosed the COVID-19 Pandemic

Spin Doctors: How Media and Politicians Misdiagnosed the COVID-19 Pandemic By Nora Loreto (Fernwood Publishing, 2021) Review by Adrian Ma Toward the end of 2020, the editors of the popular website Dictionary.com…
Everybody Knows This is Nowhere

Media Localism: The Policies of Place. By Christopher Ali. University of Illinois Press – 2017. 272 pages. $25.00. The challenge of enhancing local media regulation beyond geographic and spatial considerations is at…
New journalism textbook News Writing and Reporting is a straightforward guide for students

Bruce Gillespie’s book focuses on the nuts and bolts of news reporting — and that’s a good thing. Continue Reading New journalism textbook News Writing and Reporting is a straightforward guide for students
Carol Off’s powerful new memoir shows limits of what a journalist can do

All We Leave Behind is an exploration of what we owe to those who help us find and share the truth. Continue Reading Carol Off’s powerful new memoir shows limits of what a journalist can do
Canadaland’s book puts down instead of sends up — and that’s a good thing

The guidebook rages against the Canadian establishment, providing an exhilarating read for our critic.
The Marriott Cell is a compelling rendering of Mohamed Fahmy’s imprisonment

Award-winning Egyptian-Canadian journalist Mohamed Fahmy, with the help of Carol Shaben, nails the art of pacing.
New book brings academics and journalists together to talk about journalism’s future

By Marlene Murphy “What kinds of journalism do we think are worth protecting, and what are we willing to do to protect them?” Christine Crowther said that was the starting point for…
“Covering Canadian Crime” will spark debate about how reporters cover crime

New book edited by Chris Richardson and Romayne Smith Fullerton offers behind-the-scenes looks at some of the most compelling Canadian crime stories.
Dave Perkins’ “Fun and Games” is a testament to the power of shoe leather reporting

Though focused on sports reporting, Perkins’ book is a valuable reminder of the importance of fundamental reporting skills.
Sue-Ann Levy’s new book lacks tabloid crackle

“Underdog: Confessions of a Right-Wing Gay Jewish Muckraker” chronicles Levy’s life and career.