Core Quote by Hank Phillippi Ryan
“At the core of investigative journalism is exactly the same thing that drives a page-turning thriller: telling a great story.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Investigative Journalist’s Handbook, 2015
Storytelling drives both journalism and thrillers, making facts compelling.
In simple terms: Storytelling makes facts engaging.
Key Takeaway
Craft narratives to convey truth.
Themes
journalism
storytelling
thriller
Mood
educational
engaging
Type
journalistic
creative
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- documentary filmmaking
- podcast scripting
- feature writing
Key Concepts
narrative theory
media ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance narrative with accuracy?
- What story element captures attention?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on story may oversimplify complexity.
