byline-story

Vocabulary Word

Definition

A byline-story essentially refers to a piece of written work, such as news articles or blog posts, where the author's name is included at the beginning or end of the document as a way to credit the author's work.

Examples in Different Contexts

In literary journalism, a 'byline story' is a narrative piece that features the author's name prominently, allowing them to showcase their storytelling skills. A journalist might reflect, 'My byline story on the lives of fishermen in coastal towns combined in-depth reporting with narrative flair.'

Practice Scenarios

Online Media

Scenario:

Our readers appreciate firsthand experiences of travel writers. Can you provide a detailed narrative concerning your voyage in the next blog update?

Response:

Sure, I can write a byline-story about my trekking experience in the Eastern Himalayas.

Public Relations

Scenario:

The company's new sustainable initiative has been well received. We need to further communicate this commencement to our stakeholders.

Response:

I agree, a byline-story in a popular business magazine might be an effective way to communicate our sustainability initiatives to our stakeholders.