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I love quotes

Discussion in 'Journalism topics only' started by sirvaliantbrown, Sep 3, 2007.

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  1. Ace

    Ace Well-Known Member

    On the other hand, sometimes the best part of the story is the quote (or quotes).
     
    Ace, Sep 5, 2007
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  2. Taylee

    Taylee Member

    And shitty writing and shitty interview skills.

    If you're getting lame quotes, then you're probably asking lame questions. I know some people are difficult to get good quotes from and many coaches rely on the cliched bullshit. Writers who can ask good, insightful questions are a dying breed.
     
    Taylee, Sep 5, 2007
    #38
  3. Some Guy

    Some Guy Active Member

    I agree with you. I used to work with a guy who was always bitching about how unquotable the players and coaches were that he covered. I remember thinking, "I cover the same people you do, and my quotes don't suck."
     
    Some Guy, Sep 5, 2007
    #39
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