A writing and planning resource that is suitable for public relations students and practitioners

From pitches and press releases to news and feature stories to social media writing and more, this new book by author Whitney Lehmann and a handful of experienced contributors breaks down the most widely used types of public relations writing needed to become a PR pro. The Public Relations Writer's Handbook serves as a guide for those both in the classroom and in the field who want to learn, and master, the style and techniques of public relations writing. Eighteen conversational chapters provide an overview of the most popular forms of public relations writing, focusing on media relations, storytelling, writing for the web/social media, business and executive communications, event planning and more. Chapters include user-friendly writing templates, exercises and AP Style skill drills and training. Whether you're a PR major or PR practitioner, this book is for you. Lehmann has combined her industry and classroom experience to create a handbook that's accessible for PR students and practitioners alike. A dedicated eResource also supports the book, with writing templates and answer keys (for instructors) to the end-of-chapter exercises in the text. www.routledge.com/9780815365280.

With a concise approach that engages students and practitioners, this thoroughly updated fourth edition provides the fundamental knowledge and basic skill preparation required for the professional practice of public relations writing. Building on the strengths of previous editions, this edition focuses more closely on PR writing as a strategic function and on planning and content strategy design. With practical advice from PR professionals, it covers everything from day-to-day business communications and media tools to writing for social media and crisis situations. This fourth edition incorporates a number of changes and updates, including: New chapters on Social Media and Writing for Key Publics and new content on the use of generative AI and its impact on PR writing Expanded chapters on Writing for Digital Communications and on Publications, Presentations and Speeches New guest columns from PR professionals on topics including writing and pitching the media, inclusive writing, speech writing and measuring writing/content impact. New cases and assignments based on topics, issues and problems that public relations professionals face today. The text is suitable for undergraduate and graduate students in a public relations writing course preparing for entry-level public relations and communications roles, as well as a useful reference for early-career practitioners. Online resources also accompany the book: teaching materials, test banks, and reference sources. Please visit www.routledge.com/9780367860028.

"With a concise approach that engages students and practitioners, this thoroughly updated fourth edition provides the fundamental knowledge and basic skill preparation required for the professional practice of public relations writing. Building on the strengths of previous editions, this edition focuses more closely on PR writing as a strategic function and on planning and content strategy design. With practical advice from PR professionals, it covers everything from day-to-day business communications and media tools to writing for social media and crisis situations. This fourth edition incorporates a number of changes and updates, including: New chapters on Social Media and Writing for Key Publics and new content on the use of generative AI and its impact on PR writing Expanded chapters on Writing for Digital Communications and on Publications, Presentations and Speeches New guest columns from PR professionals on topics including writing and pitching the media, inclusive writing, speech writing and measuring writing/content impact. New cases and assignments based on topics, issues and problems that public relations professionals face today. The text is suitable for undergraduate and graduate students in a public relations writing course preparing for entry-level public relations and communications roles, as well as a useful reference for early-career practitioners. Online resources also accompany the book: teaching materials, test banks, and reference sources."--

Becoming a Public Relations Writer guides you through the writing process for public relations practice. It leads you through the various steps and stages of writing, and helps you explore many of the formats and styles necessary for public relations writers. Using straightforward, no-nonsense language, realistic examples, easy-to-follow steps and practical exercises, this text introduces the various types of public relations writing you will encounter as a public relations practitioner. A focus on ethical and legal issues is woven throughout, with examples and exercises addressing public relations as practiced by corporations, non-profit agencies, and other types of organizations both large and small. In addition, the book offers the most comprehensive list of public relations writing formats to be found anywhere - from the standard news release to electronic mail and other opportunities using a variety of technologies and media. Updated to reflect the current technologies and practices of today’s PR professional, the contents of this third edition: addresses principles of effective writing useful in all disciplines focuses on news as the bridge an organization builds to its various publics overviews a variety of writing formats and environments that provide an internal or controlled approach. Laying the foundation for an integrated approach that touches on public relations advertising and direct mail, this text concludes with a presentation of the variety of PR writing styles and approaches that form an integrated communication package. In its current, comprehensive and accessible approach, Becoming a Public Relations Writer will be an invaluable resource for future and current public relations practitioners.

Using no-nonsense language, realistic examples, easy-to-follow steps and practical exercises, this book guides students through various types of public relations writing. A focus on ethical and legal issues is woven throughout, with examples and exercises that deal with public relations as practiced by corporations, non-profit agencies, and other types of organizations large and small. In addition, the book addresses the most comprehensive list of public relations writing formats to be found anywhere--from old standbys like news releases to electronic mail and other opportunities in new technologies. Laying the foundation for an integrated approach that touches on public relations advertising and direct mail, this second edition is divided into four parts. Part I deals with principles of effective writing useful in all disciplines. Part II focuses on news as the bridge an organization can build to its various publics. Part III takes you through a variety of writing formats and environments that provide an internal or controlled approach. Part IV is the wrap up that pulls together the various writing styles presented in this book as part of an integrated communication package. Becoming a Public Relations Writeris a different kind of textbook for college and university students. It provides writing instruction for people preparing to enter the profession and guides students with models and step-by-step patterns designed to increase competence and build confidence in students on their way to becoming public relations writers.

Offers hypothetical scenarios involving different situations and companies, and asks students to complete various public relations writing exercises based on the scenarios. Each exercise has a Quick Study section with information about completing the assignment.