Melwyn Williams’ nine-chapter journalism guide offers students and reporters practical lessons in news writing, interviews, media law and reporting ethics
Sharjah, UAE: Journalism students and aspiring reporters can explore the fundamentals of news reporting through author Melwyn Williams’ new book, A Complete Guide to News and News Reporting: Principles, Practice, Ethics, and Storycraft in Modern Journalism.
The book was launched internationally at the Sharjah International Book Fair on November 12, 2026. The event took place at 4 PM at the Writers Forum in Hall 7, Sharjah, UAE.
Williams also participated in a discussion titled “Journalism in Transition: Crafting Credibility in the Post-Truth Era”. The programme included a book-signing session and brought together media professionals and social workers.
Nine Chapters Cover Essential Reporting Skills
Published by Paideia Books, the book contains nine chapters that cover the practical and theoretical aspects of journalism.
It introduces readers to news values, storytelling structures, interviewing techniques and field reporting. It also explores media law, digital storytelling and ethical decision-making.
The book explains the steps involved in producing a news report, from identifying a story and gathering information to verifying details and presenting the final report.
Exercises Support Practical Learning
The publication includes exercises and workbook elements to help readers understand how journalism works beyond theoretical concepts.
These resources are designed for students, trainees and educators who want to connect classroom learning with newsroom practices.
Working reporters can also use the book to revisit the principles behind editorial decisions, source verification and responsible reporting.
The book draws on practical newsroom insights from international media practice and aims to make journalism concepts accessible to readers across different countries.
Experienced Journalist Jayanti Ranganathan Writes Foreword
Senior journalist and author Jayanti Ranganathan has contributed the foreword. She has more than three decades of experience in Indian print media.
She has served as Executive Editor of Hindustan and Nandan and currently works as a Consulting Editor with Hindustan Media Ventures.
Ranganathan is also a bilingual writer and scriptwriter. Her published works include Mamrazzi, Sugar Daddy and Apne Apne Burj Khalifa. She has authored more than 16 books.
A Guide to Journalism’s Changing Landscape
The book examines how journalism continues to change alongside digital media and evolving audience expectations.
It looks at the skills reporters need to produce credible news while considering the legal and ethical responsibilities that come with the profession.
With its combination of reporting principles, practical exercises and newsroom insights, the book aims to serve as a learning resource for both new and experienced members of the journalism profession.
