Long-form journalism

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Longform journalism is a branch of journalism dedicated to longer articles with larger amounts of content.[1] The length of longform articles is between that of a traditional article and that of a periodical.[citation needed] Longform articles often take the form of creative nonfiction or narrative journalism.

History

Longform journalism has grown in popularity over the past several years,[2][3] with blogs and media organizations including BuzzFeed[4] and the New York Times[5] creating or expanding longform coverage and new companies being founded to capitalize on the new interest.[6]

References

  1. ^ Tenore, Mallary Jean (Dec 3, 2012). "Longform journalism morphs in print as it finds a new home online". Poynter. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  2. ^ "The Longform Journalism Renaissance". Good. December 28, 2011. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  3. ^ Carr, David (March 27, 2011). "Long-Form Journalism Finds a Home". New York Times. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  4. ^ Alexander C., Kaufman (January 4, 2013). "How BuzzFeed Is Betting on Hollywood, Long-Form Writing to Grow". The Wrap. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  5. ^ Sulliven, Margaret. "It Was a Big Year for Long-Form Journalism at The Times". New York Times. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
  6. ^ Zhang, Mona. "Good Times for Long-Form Journalism?". 10,000 Words. MediaBistro. Retrieved 6 January 2013.

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