Publisher's Synopsis
A definitive, professional handbook for aspiring and practicing investigative reporters - fully revised for 2025.
What you'll learn in this edition:
How to build and protect sensitive sources
Using OSINT tools, satellite data, and social tracing
Handling leaks, documents, and data securely
Structuring stories to survive legal scrutiny
Protecting your digital footprint with encryption and metadata control
Recognizing burnout, stress exposure, and emotional risks
This edition replaces the 2023 version. The content has been restructured, professionally refined, and expanded with new tools, real-world examples, and future-focused methods.
Who is this book for?
Journalism students preparing for serious reporting
Freelancers entering investigative beats
Educators designing investigative journalism courses
Mid-career journalists seeking professional tools and templates
Whether you're writing about power, secrecy, or injustice - this handbook will help you do it with confidence, credibility, and precision.
