New York Journal of Books , 5/1/13 "Whether you are breaking into the field or a seasoned professional, this book is dense with advice from the SciLance workgroup, which boasts 225 years of combined experience." Knight Science Journalism at MIT (website), 5/3/13 "I found the book entertaining and enlightening, and that's coming from someone who's been at this for a while. You'd be smart to take a look." Infodad.com, 5/23/13 "A useful and even uplifting guide." Worlds of R.A. Hortz, 5/27/13 "The perfect tool for anyone seeking to break into the writing about science.

" ASJA Monthly , June 2013 "Superb." San Francisco/Sacramento Book Review, 5/31/13 "Has everything a writer will need to take the big step into science writing." Choice , October 2013 "This exceptionally timely resource illuminates many of the modern frustrations of science writing.This highly readable book will benefit anyone interested in the field of science journalism. Highly recommended." Choice , October 2013 "This exceptionally timely resource illuminates many of the modern frustrations of science writing.This highly readable book will benefit anyone interested in the field of science journalism. Highly recommended.

" Curled Up with a Good Book, 11/25/13 "A fresh take on the timeworn tactics of freelance writing.a valuable resource.It's not a silver bullet (there is none) but The Science Writers' Handbook   is a solid resource to get any intrepid reporter on the right path." Technical Communications , November 2013 "Offers abundant instructions, advice, and real-life stories that apply to all writers, particularly those interested in starting or increasing a freelance writing business.This book is a great guide." WomanAroundTown.com, 2/22/14 "Just what you need to enter this difficult and somewhat esoteric field.".