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The associated press stylebook and briefing on media law, usually called the ap stylebook, is an english grammar style and usage guide created by american journalists working for or connected with the associated press over the last century to standardize mass communications. This page reflects the latest version of the apa publication manual i. The authority on apa style and the 7th edition of the apa publication manual. Froke joined the stylebook editing team for the 2014 book. For slide presentations of ap style basics, go here. In particular we sought and received many member views on a variety of difficult questions so that this book could reflect what members wanted. In addition to the religion chapter, the 2014 edition features updated science and medical terms including hpv, in vitro fertilization and mers. Houghton mifflin harcourt, boston and new york, 2014. Particularly if youre citing an academic book, it may have been revised. Singular they now acceptable although the new print edition wont be out until may 31, 2017, the associated press sent out an email update announcing that these changes are effective immediately. It is acceptable to use a brief, intelligible form.
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