Episode 62

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Published on:

23rd Aug 2023

Best Feature: Amelia Tait

The winner of our Best Feature award, Amelia Tait, spoke to us about how she researches and writes her quirky features. She also gave some top advice on how to keep editors happy.

Show notes

https://ameliatait.com/

https://twitter.com/ameliargh

Amelia's winning article https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2023/feb/04/its-a-control-thing-why-are-we-so-fascinated-by-super-organised-homes

Amelia's comment piece on bread https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/jun/22/sourdough-sliced-white-loaf-sandwiches-bread-mouth-fashion

Freelance Journalism Award winners https://freelancingforjournalists.substack.com/p/freelance-journalism-awards-winners

Award sponsor Lightbulb Press Hangout https://www.facebook.com/groups/lightbulbhangout/?locale=en_GB

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