Now This: Radio, Television...and the Real World

By Judy Muller

Book Overview

The irreverent news commentator examines the strange and wondrous world of electronic journalism as it collides with that pesky little thing called Reality.From a lifetime of reporting and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399146199
• ISBN13: 9780399146190
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Putnam Adult
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.8" x 5.7"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 12 and higher

Customer Reviews

At last, a Real Person!

Judy Muller's unique combination of sharp wit, keen perception, brutal honesty, and personal courage gives us a glimpse into radio and TV journalism we can't get from just listening or watching. The book is a triumph, fleshing out the real people behind the talking heads. Her frank description of personal alcoholism is heart-wrenching, and her tale of the prices paid, and the gains made, in her profession should be required reading for anyone seriously considering a career in journalism. A fine read on several levels. Thanks for sharing, Judy!

One of the Best!

This is easily one of the best written, most thoroughly delightful books I've read in many years. If you are a parent you will love it! If you're interested in radio you'll love it! If you're interested in TV you'll love it! One of the few books I've read in recent years where I truly hated to see the last few pages coming up.

Laughed Out Loud

A wonderful, witty story of a single mother facing and conquering numerous challenges. Muller proves that a woman can have a successful career and a successful family life. It's been a long time since I laughed out loud like I did when I read this book. Bravo!

Laughing with the Pain

I always knew Judy Muller as one the few journalists who wrote her own material for television and radio. A journalist who had won awards on every level and is considered a professional's professional but to read chapter after chapter of poignant, funny and even humble prose is the topper. This is a must-read for any single mom or dad striving to succeed in a competitive world. A beautiful book.

Couldn't put it down!

I absolutely devoured this book! Muller is a wonderful writer for television and radio, as her many fans know. Now we can see what she can do with a book. Her stories are funny, heartbreaking, and oh so wise. The juicy insider gossip about the news business is lots of fun, and her life lessons will touch anyone who reads them. I highly recommend this one!