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The Craft of Science Writing Selections from The Open Notebook Expanded Edition

The Craft of Science Writing Selections from The Open Notebook Expanded Edition

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Our take on the The Craft of Science Writing Selections from The Open Notebook Expanded Edition

An anthology of essays from The Open Notebook, the online magazine about science journalism, edited by its co-founder Siri Carpenter. The expanded second edition adds new chapters on structure, voice, reporting and pitching, alongside interviews with working science writers. It suits journalists, students and researchers who want practical craft advice rather than a theory textbook. Compared with general writing guides, it stays close to the daily problems of reporting and explaining science.

Best forScience journalists early in their careersResearchers who write for the publicJournalism and science communication studentsWriters moving from news to long-form features
Pros
  • Drawn from working science writers, not just academics
  • Short chapters that work as reference pieces
  • Covers reporting, structure, voice and pitching
  • Expanded edition adds material beyond the first
  • Part of the Chicago Guides series, so it sits with other craft books
Cons
  • Anthology format means uneven depth across chapters
  • US-centric view of science journalism
  • Little on audio, video or social formats
  • Assumes some comfort with science topics

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What reviewers say

Science writers and writing instructors treat it as a practical companion, praising the concrete advice from working journalists. Some readers find the essay collection uneven and wish it covered more formats.

What people mention
  • Practical advicePraisedReaders value concrete tips on reporting, structure and revision from working writers.
  • Essay formatMixedSome find the collected essays easy to browse; others want a more continuous guide.
  • CoverageCriticisedA few readers say audio and multimedia storytelling get little attention.

From Target

  • 2nd Edition
  • Part of the Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing series
  • Paperback
  • By Siri Carpenter
  • Eligible for registries and wish lists

About the The Craft of Science Writing Selections from The Open Notebook Expanded Edition

The Craft of Science Writing: Selections from The Open Notebook is an expanded second edition by Siri Carpenter. It is part of the Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing series.

This edition is a paperback written in English.

Author
Siri Carpenter
Edition
2nd Edition, Expanded
Series
Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing
Format
Paperback
Language
English

Specifications

Format
PaperbackSource
Language
EnglishSource

Questions and answers

Is this different from the first edition?
Yes. The expanded second edition adds new chapters and updated material while keeping the core essays from The Open Notebook.
Who is it written for?
Mainly science journalists, journalism students and researchers who write about science for general readers. Beginners can follow it, but some familiarity with reporting helps.
Is it a textbook or a collection of essays?
It is an edited anthology of essays and interviews. Chapters stand alone, so you can read them in any order.
Does it cover pitching and freelancing?
Yes. Several chapters deal with finding stories, pitching editors and building a freelance career.
Is it useful for non-journalists?
Researchers and communications staff can use it, especially the chapters on explaining complex work clearly.
Where is the The Craft of Science Writing Selections from The Open Notebook Expanded Edition cheapest?
At Miakarts Books, for $27.36, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the The Craft of Science Writing Selections from The Open Notebook Expanded Edition?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Target, Miakarts Books.

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