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Suzette Standring’s widely read book on column writing won an honorable mention in ForeWord Magazine’s 2008 Book of the Year Awards. The Milton, Mass., columnist went to New York for the announcement of winners at BookExpo America on May 29. “The Art of Column Writing: Insider Secrets from Art Buchwald, Dave Barry, Arianna Huffington, Pete…
Dr. Walter Brasch, professor of journalism at Bloomsburg University, was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) and the Pennsylvania Press Club (PPC) for his writings during 2008 His weekly column, “Wanderings”, was named the best commentary in the SPJ Spotlight Awards competition and was second in PPC competition. His 2,500-word feature,…
ERNIE PYLE was a beloved journalist and military correspondent during WWII. Pyle studied journalism at Indiana University but left school to become a reporter for a small newspaper prior to moving to Washington. After working as a reporter and an aviation writer, he eventually became managing editor for the Washington Daily News. In 1932 he…
By Laura Snyder Nationally Self-Syndicated Humor Columnist Southern Pines, NC Recently, I was reading the responses to Marshall Dean’s request for advice in the December newsletter. The responses that were given didn’t seem helpful to any new columnist except to reassure Marshall that the entire industry is in the same boat. It seems I have…
Are you ready for HD? No, not high-def. That’s old hat. It’s “Haughtline Dweethly”, an online magazine updated daily, weekly, monthly – or more often if the editor takes a notion. NSNC Newsletter Editor Robert L. Haught, with an assist from his wife, Mary, launched the new Internet publication March 1. The magazine’s content is…
Montana ranchwoman-columnist Gwen Petersen has a new book coming out next fall: “Everything I Know About Life I Learned From My Horse,” published by Voyageur Press. “No deep meaning here,” Gwen says.”Just a collection of horse stories of humorous and nostalgic bent.” The author, who lives near Big Timber, Mont., writes a regular column for…
Hope you can join us for our fundraising initiative this fall. We love you all and appreciate the support. Thank you for considering a gift to NSNC! Here’s the link, if you’d like to give a gift: https://givebutter.com/welcome-to-nsncs-giving-gratitude-challenge-copy-7duurs
Clay Wirestone, opinion editor and author will join NSNC members and guests to talk about his forthcoming title, “Opinionated.” “Opinionated” with Clay Wirestone Tuesday, September 15 • 7 PM – 8 PM EDT Cost: NSNC members – $25; non-members $35 Overview Clay Wirestone, opinion editor at the Kansas City Reflector will talk about his upcoming…
Today is National Ernie Pyle Day. On this day, we honor Ernie with a tribute video reflecting on the history and accomplishments of his Legacy. This year, we have the privilege of interviewing Tim Mak, a war correspondent and human interest storyteller. Tim and EPLF Vice President Michael Brainard sit down and talk about human interest storytelling and…
Congratulations to all of the award winners and finalists of the 2026 Columnist Contest. To view the slide show: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/144vxJWEtuafL9kDeHNA8ReNSp0Pe72yNg_HBUso2joU/edit?slide=id.gdf1a1552a4_0_0#slide=id.gdf1a1552a4_0_0
National Society of Newspaper Columnists to Recognize 2026 Annual Columnist Contest Winners CONTACT: Ginny McCabe Executive Director, NSNC NSNCdirector@gmail.com For Immediate Release National Society of Newspaper Columnists to Recognize 2026 Annual Columnist Contest Winners The National Society of Newspaper Columnists (NSNC) President and Board of Directors are pleased to announce the winners of the 2026…
