The ideal guide both for newcomers to the public relations industry and working professionals who want a handy reference work, this easy-to-follow introduction to the basic principles of PR will also help small and developing businesses and a variety of voluntary and other organizations needing advice. The book provides a survey of the main areas of work involved, including: ethics and the law; working with publishers; making videos, exhibitions, conferences and events; sponsorship; crisis management; new developments in technology.