After more than thirty years as a newspaper reporter, Steven Henshaw, like many of his longtime colleagues at the Reading Eagle, faced nothing short of an existential crisis in 2019 as the Pennsylvania newspaper that employed them–and had been in the same family since their forebears began publishing a daily newspaper a few years after the Civil War–filed for bankruptcy. It spelled the end of many of his colleagues’ journalism careers. Among the survivors who emerged through the portal to continue in their crucial role of covering news in the community under new ownership, there was a grim realization that little would remain of the workplace culture that existed when they started their careers in the latter half of the 20th century, well before the internet.Infused with engrossing and humorous anecdotes, Henshaw’s memoir provides a fly-on-the-wall look at the last twenty-two years of the Reading Eagle under independent ownership, culminating in the shocking bankruptcy announcement and consternation that preceded the sale of one of the last independently owned metro newspapers in the country.Inspired by memoirs of 20th century newsmen like H.L. Mencken and Russell Baker, 15000 Bylines also candidly traces the author’s arduous career journey from small-town weekly reporter to police and crime reporter for a mid-sized metro daily. Along the way, the book recalls some colorful characters, time-honored post-deadline barroom gatherings, and the emergence of the digital age.
✔ Author(s): Steven Henshaw
✔ Title: 15000 Bylines: My Bumpy, Smoky, Fulfilling Newspaper Journey
✔ Rating : 5 out of 5 base on (13 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: B0B3NYXJGP
✔ ISBN-13: 978B0B3NYXJG9
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about 15000 Bylines by Steven Henshaw
Sarah Franklin
I'm still in awe of the intricate plot and the way everything seamlessly came together. The twists kept me guessing until the very end. It's one of those rare books that leave a lasting impact.
Iris Watts
I must confess, this book made me shed tears like never before. The themes of love, loss, and resilience struck a chord with my soul. It was an emotional journey I'm grateful to have taken.
Violet Tyler
The plot twists were executed masterfully. I was left gasping at every unexpected turn, and the suspense kept me on edge throughout. Bravo to the author for keeping me guessing.
