This book is a wide-ranging investigation of not only the quantitative data about news avoidance but also, most importantly, the sentiments of those who have opted out of quality journalism. If journalists want to regain these readers, then it is crucial that we understand them first. This book serves as an important first step.

- Clara Jiménez Cruz, CEO of Maldita.es and chair of the European Fact-Checking Standards Network,

A deep dive into the complicated reasons that people distrust the news. A must-read for any journalist who wants to serve the people, meaning all the people—not just their friends and colleagues.

- Amanda Ripley, <i>Washington Post</i> columnist,

Highly recommended.

Choice Reviews

The novelty of this book lies in its exploration of consistent news avoidance and its implications for democracy, as well as its methodological contribution to the field of media studies. It offers an in-depth explanation of the phenomenon of news avoidance.

Journal of Communication Inquiry

This book takes a key step toward trying to understand audiences who, quite simply, do not see journalistic work as essential.

News Research Journal

This is a clearly written and thought-provoking book which will prove accessible for journalists as well as scholars.

Journalism

Makes an important contribution to journalism studies by expanding the discussion on news consumption beyond traditional areas like trust in news and media literacy.

Mass Communication and Society

The book is a good read and makes a wholesome contribution to the literature.

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