When it comes to proper microphone technique here are some great tricks of the trade. Below you will find a few links to help improve your reads and eliminate audio flaws like pops, clicks, hiss, drop outs, etc.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyxOPUSK3Ts
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkOdnq0vrVk&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QPMvj_xejg&feature=related
