Interview


 * Q&A Interview: "Katniss is 'A Wreck': An Interview with Suzanne Collins and Francis Lawrence" **


 * Narrative Interview: "Will Ferrell: 'Playing Super-Sleazy is the Most Fun For Me.'" **

__** Tips for Conducting an Interview **__ 1. Establish a rapport. Smile and maintain eye contact. Be respectful. Acknowledge that your interviewee is an expert in his or her area.

2. Research your topic and be prepared with engaging questions.

3. Listen. Quiet time is okay. Leave time for your subject to think and speak.

__** Tips for Writing Narrative-Style Article from an Interview **__ 1. Create an engaging title. Interviewee's name or the subject/topic should appear in title or subtitle. Use a colon to focus in on an important aspect of the article, subject, or person.

2. Begin with a description of the surroundings or the person being interviewed.

3. Write in third person.

4. Quote lines that are particularly well-phrased or that demonstrate the subject's unique personality.