Whether you're researching a query or writing an assigned article, you always need sources. And whether you need expert sources or "everyday people", there are a few good places to find them.
My favorite is HARO (Help a Reporter Out) compiled by Peter Shankman. I've used HARO on several occassions and have never been disappointed.
Another good place to find them, according to Susan Johnston, is Gorkana. She talks about them in this month's newsletter, The Urban Museletter. She says:
I discovered Gorkana and immediately signed up. It looks a little like HARO or Profnet in that you can submit requests for sources, but Gorkana also lists journalism jobs and personnel updates (as in who's moving around the masthead or freelancing) in their daily email alert.
Another resource that I've yet to use is ProfNet. I hear that it can be a good source of sources, as well.
Where do you find your sources? Share them in the comments!
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