Books on UK Broadcasting

The Radio Handbook (Carole Fleming)
A detailed look at all aspects of the UK radio scene, including digital radio (DAB) and Internet broadcasting. The book includes a good selection of interviews with people working in today's radio industry (useful for those looking to work in radio), plus a host of information on the tools of the trade, the types and styles of programmes, broadcasting techniques and a fair amount on news broadcasting. Highly recommended as the best book for an up-to-date look at the UK radio industry, and a very comprehensive publication.Click here for details


Radio Listener's Guide (Clive Woodyear)
Updated every year, this guide includes frequencies for all BBC and commercial radio stations, radio reviews, Digital Radio (DAB) news and information and advice on how to get the best from your radio. More details at www.radiolistenersguide.co.uk


Essential Radio Skills: How to Present and Produce a Radio Show (Peter Stewart)
This is a great book, and one that's gone to the top of our list of recommended reading. It's up-to-date (2006) and written by Peter Stewart, who's been working the radio industry for a number of years (one of our team has the opportunity to work with Peter when he was Head of News for Essex Radio (he didn't give us a plug though!). Take a look at the reviews on Amazon.co.uk to see how these 304 pages are valued by those new to the industry - then get yourself a copy.


An Introductory History of British Broadcasting (Andrew Crisell)
A concise and accessible history of British radio and television. It begins with the birth of radio at the beginning of the 20th century and discusses key moments in media history. Click here for details


Insider Guide to Careers in Broadcasting and the Media (Paul Redstone / Karen Holmes)
Priced at less that £8, this book provides a very useful insight into working in UK TV, radio, print and electronic media. It contains a summary of the jobs available (and salaries), a series of case studies, information on how to find vacancies, approach companies, complete a good CV, how to succeed at interview, and how to progress your career.
As a general introduction, this publication is very useful, and recommended for those looking for a career in the media. Click here for details


Local Radio Journalism (Paul Chantler, Sim Harris)
Information and advice on setting up a news operation for local radio, including the studio equipment to use and provides advice on keeping on the right side of the law. Click here for details


Presenting on TV and Radio: An Insider's Guide (Janet Trewin)
We've not reviewed this book, but the write-up indicates that this could be a useful book for those looking to become a radio or TV presenter. It contains information, guidance, practical exercises and some insider tips for improving your presentation skills and breaking into this competitive industry. It includes information on body language, diction, scriptwriting, deadlines and broadcast technology.
This certainly looks like it could be a useful publication for those looking to make it on screen or radio.
272 pages, published in 2004. Click here for details


The RSL, Ultra Local Radio (Janey Gordon)
The history of the Restricted Service radio licence, plus help and advice for those running a small station. Click here for details

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