As newspapers close foreign bureaus and glossy magazines flounder, it sometimes seems like books are the last remaining place for writers interested in international reporting.

Today's guest on the Morning Media Menu was Daljit Dhaliwal--anchor of WNET's international reporting show, Worldfocus. On the one-year anniversary of Worldfocus, this veteran international reporter gave advice for aspiring international journalists about this difficult and rewarding field--useful advice for aspiring writers as well.

Here's an excerpt: "I think hands-on experience is really important, and an interest about the rest of the world--whether you do that through your own travel or international news organizations. I think all these experiences are worth weaving into your mosaic. [You need] as many experiences as you can get, along with a curiosity about the world. It makes a big difference."