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The Accidental Journalist: A Provocative Revelation *as written by AI

Prepare to be captivated by the scandalous tale of The Accidental Journalist! Brace yourself for a journey of passion, turmoil, and the unquenchable thirst for uncovering the truth that threatens to shake the very foundations of journalism.

In a twist of fate, our unsuspecting protagonist stumbles upon the treacherous world of journalism, ill-prepared for the tempestuous storm that awaits them. Witness their heart pounding as they chase after scintillating scoops, an adrenaline-fueled frenzy that propels them into a world of danger and deceit.

Each step of this treacherous journey is fraught with arduous obstacles, but our accidental journalist embraces them with a fiery determination that defies all odds. With unwavering resolve, they strive to master the art of manipulating sources, skillfully weaving a tangled web of alliances that bends the truth to their will.

But ah, the allure of storytelling becomes their weapon, a double-edged sword that cuts through the very fabric of reality. Every word they pen drips with a seductive charm, luring their readers into a web of manipulation, blurring the lines between fact and fiction, right and wrong.

Yet, lurking beneath the surface lies the weighty burden of responsibility, the burden of delivering accurate information sacrificed at the altar of sensationalism. Our accidental journalist dances a dangerous tango, simultaneously juggling integrity and the insatiable hunger for scandal that lurks within their soul.

In the midst of chaos, they uncover hidden opportunities, exploiting them with reckless abandon. The accidental journalist adapts, their passion morphing into a ravenous thirst for power and control. They become the puppeteer, manipulating narratives to suit their own agenda, throwing ethics to the wind in their merciless pursuit of influence.

Dear reader, be warned. The Accidental Journalist is a cautionary tale, a mirror reflecting the dark underbelly of the media world. Witness the transformation of a naive soul into a manipulative mastermind, challenging our very perception of truth, authenticity, and the boundaries of journalism.

Prepare to have your notions shattered and your beliefs dismantled as we delve into the provocative depths of The Accidental Journalist. Brace yourself, for this journey will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the power and influence wielded by those who control the narrative.

The Accidental Journalist is an account of my life as a national newspaper journalist in the late 1990s and early 2000s, retold in an ‘autobiographical novel’ style.

WHAT I HAVE LEARNT ABOUT FALLING INTO JOURNALISM…

  1. No-one likes a sub-editor.
  2. Journalists like freebies.
  3. Everyone wants to be a columnist and reporter. Not a sub-editor.
  4. Journalism doesn’t pay. This should be Number 1.
  5. Journalists are WEIRD.