An essential reference, updated with up-to-the-minute terminology for things like COVID-19. I like to refer my students to this style guide because so many sources use it and it is fairly straightforward to understand.

Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for the opportunity to review a digital ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.

I had a difference kind of expectation from it, this reads more like a dictionary than a how-to manual.

Basic stylebook but a necessity. I had one a few years ago for school and now I'm realizing I need it again! Thanks to netgalley and the publisher, I have an important tool for my writing kit.

No matter what medium you're writing for, the AP Stylebook is the gold standard for grammar, punctuation, clarity and style. This latest update provides the same guidelines that journalists at the world's top wire service use daily to ensure that whenever news happens, it's reported accurately and dependably.
From my earliest days in J-school to my first post-grad job at The Associated Press in Chicago and on to Knight-Ridder and The Denver Post, this book was a ready and well-worn reference. I still rely on its guidance to craft consistent, credible work.
You don't work for a major news outlet? No matter, the AP Stylebook will inform you in your email, business communications, social media and blog posts. Nothing will cause a reader to discard your work more quickly than misplaced punctuation, incorrect word usage or even just a grammatical lapse. If credibility matters to you, then this book is a small investment that will pay off every day. #TheAssociatedPressStylebook #NetGalley

The Associated Press Stylebook should be on the self of every non-fiction writer or editor. It is a must for anyone trying to implement a consistent newspaper, newsletter, or even a blog.

As a teacher, this book is an important part of teaching students about fact-checking and nuanced phrasing. This coincides with a writer’s awareness of word choice and audience perception of language.
This book belongs on the classroom bookshelf and in the hands of students. Since is it formatted alphabetically, it has an intuitive functionality. It also will force students and teachers to confront the way that popular culture changes our language. Unfortunately, the power that popular culture has to influence language can be problematic. The one issue with purchasing a copy of this book—especially for an educator with a limited budget— is the sheer number of changes between one edition and the next. The Online Stylebook is updated throughout the year and may be a better resource for teachers and students with access to the internet.

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This handbook shows how titles, such as chancellor or chief, are written (when capitalization is necessary). It explains what things, such as court proceedings, are and who can attend.

All journalists and authors should have this on hand whenever writing. Whenever the slightest doubt about how something should be written is present, this book should be consulted. When writing and an action affects the writer personally or affect a character, it should be used. An example would be needing to submit a FOIA request or attending an agency hearing.

This is absolutely essential reference book.


I received an ARC from Associated Press though NetGalley. This in no way affects my opinion or rating of this book. I am voluntarily submitting this review and am under no obligation to do so.

Associated Press has always, with no doubt, been a leader in providing the right styleguides for the right audience. And the new Associated Press Stylebook doesn't disappoint, either. As a professional editor, I found the same level of quality I always expect from Associated Press, while the guide remained easy to use. This is a highly recommended tool for everyone whose job revolves around writing and editing.

A great reference book for writers--I have been using this book for many years. I was first introduced to it at my workplace. Every library should have a copy!

A great guide for general usage, even if you're not a journalist. Anyone who writes in any capacity ought to read and refer to this guide for clarity on corporate names, abbreviations, and terminology (as and when is appropriate, of course). Personally, a great argument settler for myself and my boyfriend as we are both annoying pedants.

The AP Stylebook is an invaluable resource for those of us who write for papers and magazines. The latest edition includes all the most recent rule changes and also makes it easy to become reacquainted with any previous rules you may have forgotten. A must have for professionals writers who work with AP style!

I'm a copywriter and while I don't write copy for news outlets, this is a very handy book to have on hand. This guide covers everything you could possibly need to ensure your piece is professional. I actually looked up a few things while writing a blog post for work. The eBook format makes this more portable, but I am planning on buying a print copy so I can have it on hand as well.

As for sitting and actually reading this AP Stylebook, I will admit I did NOT go page-for page. However, I enjoyed the portability of having an electronic copy. It was especially a great help when working on my essay last week for class.

Will I ever read through cover to cover? Most likely not.

Is this reference guide usable and informative? Definitely yes.

Will this help me as a student and blogger? Yes.

Would I recommend purchasing? Yes, even for parents.

Let me explain that last response. This reference guide can help any parent of a high schooler to help their student prep for essay questions on the SATs and college application essays. If mom/dad cannot help the student because they don’t know what is or is not acceptable, this guide becomes a great boon.

I’d like to thank NetGalley for the eARC of this edition and for letting me leave an honest review.

The Stylebooks are the bible for everyone who works in marketing or a communications field. This new version is just as easy to use as always. There are some great additions and changes in here.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

I've bene a fan of the AP Stylebook for over 25 years. I first learned about this gem while in college as I was a communications major. I used the book religiously after I graduated and worked in publicity where I did a lot of writing and press releases. The book has changed since then and that's expected given social media, the internet, etc. It is still extremely helpful and up to par with the times. I will definitely be purchasing a paper copy when it's released.

The AP Stylebook is a great resource for professional journalists and students alike. This guide is indispensable to journalism students and the latest edition is no exception.

The gold standard for writing as always. An effective and useful tool for anyone who wants to embark on a writing project of any length or subject. A must have for any writer's bookshelf. A quick reference and an established tome for writing just about anything. Get one for your bookshelf.

Fascinating Look into the Structural Heart of Journalism

As a self-proclaimed word nerd and voracious reader of nonfiction, I totally geeked out glancing through this stylebook by the Associated Press. I am also a freelance editor and independent author, so I found this look into what AP deems important for journalists to know and do to be a fascinating glance at societal issues. Before diving into the general entries, the introduction talks about differences between this and the last edition, including very current 2020 topics in the news, like coronavirus/COVID-19 and gender fluidity and neutrality. Interestingly, both food and fashion neither have their own category in the book anymore. Is that because we're cooking less and fashion is not covered as much in papers because of all that is going on in the world? Or is there some other reason? Inquiring minds would like to know! As someone with an interest in medical and science writing, as an RN who writes, reading AP’s take on that specific topic very interesting; I appreciated their descriptions of different types of studies and what journalists should take away from them. While not in the specific chapter about medicine and science, the general entry on HIPAA surprised me; journalists are only supposed to use the initialism in a direct quote; they should refer to it as *privacy laws*, or *the federal law restricting release of medical information*. Eek, that’s long and awkward! Even *privacy laws* isn't perfect, as it could be confusing for those that know HIPAA, as only a part of it is called a privacy act. Don’t people know what HIPAA is? Or is it just those of us who are in the medical profession who know it in and out? I liked the succinctness of the book compared to some other style books that I’ve worked with. Entries in the general and other sections showed both preferred spelling and pertinent information the journalist should know to brush up their knowledge of both the entry and how to handle it in a paper. The chapter on digital security for journalists got me thinking about that topic in general. If you have an interest in looking behind the scenes at journalistic style, you may find this as much of a fascinating read as I did.

Excellent resource even for non-AP staff

Although I am a freelance writer and not bound by any style guide, it is good to be consistent in written works and this is the value I see in the AP Stylebook. Not all of the Stylebook is applicable to me, but the areas I most appreciated were the alphabetical listings, punctuation, health and science, and media law. The content is clearly expressed, along with examples where relevant. In addition, I see value in updated style guides as language changes with time and the style guides are a way of keeping up to date. I’ve read one other style guide, “A World Without "Whom": The Essential Guide to Language in the BuzzFeed Age”. I found the AP Stylebook to be more rigorous but the Buzzfeed style guide more entertaining to read. Both are good options, but for my uses, the AP Stylebook wins because of its sector-specific content.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book via Netgalley for review purposes.

This is a must-have reference book in a writer's craft library to review while writing and revising.

Used by all kinds of news sources as the standard for writing stories, the AP Stylebook contains information on the proper way to write and use words. The newest version contains revisions and additions that bring the book up to date.

I may not use the AP Stylebook in a traditional setting, but writing is part of what I do. As a graphic designer, I need to write and edit copy, and I like to have it grammatically correct. Being able to reference a trusted source like this is handy. The entries are easy to find and well explained. You can quickly locate what you are looking for and get back to your writing.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions are my own.