Emotions have long been neglected in media research, although their role is a vital
ingredient in shaping our shared stories and the ways we engage with them. But emotions …

This article develops the idea of an “emotional turn” in journalism studies, which has led to
an increasingly nuanced investigation of the role of emotion in the production, texts and …

In the 2016 US presidential election campaign, social media platforms were increasingly
used as direct sources of news, bypassing the editorial media. With the candidates' millions …

A fascination for the authentic is pervasive in contemporary culture. This article discusses
texts recommending digital detox and how these accentuate dilemmas of what it means to …

Media coverage of influencer marketing abounds with ethical questions about this emerging
industry. Much of this coverage assumes influencers operate without an ethical framework …

Purpose Facilitated by image retouch tools, social media influencers can digitally enhance
their self-image in product recommendation posts. This paper proposes that image …

This article builds on a growing body of research on social media and authenticity through
examining practices of 'keeping it raw'in fitness cultures on Instagram. Such practices …

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The third edition of The Dynamics of Political Communication continues its comprehensive
coverage of communication and politics, focusing on problematic issues that bear on the …

The framing question for this chapter is: How have both the new participatory turn and
individualisation changed, and how do organisations and movements mobilise participants …