Researcher. Leader. Catalyst.
Books
As a lifelong book worm, I have been thrilled to lead and contribute to numerous book projects, listed below.
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Published December 2025
University of Chicago Press
Better student writing
with less of your time!
Teaching (or mentoring) scientific writing is difficult, but it doesn’t have to be so hard. Helpful tools and research insights exist, but most scientists don’t know where to access them. We provide evidence-based advice that will help scientists teach writing more efficiently and more effectively – and less painfully, too!
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Praise for
Teaching & Mentoring Writers in the Sciences
Dr. Amy Krist, ecology professor
& STEM mentoring expert
"I have really been looking forward to the book arriving and read it one night instead of a novel or non-fiction for my 'wind down time'! SO HELPFUL. I read in the introduction that as a senior mentor, I do not need to read all chapters but I feel like a novice since I have never learned how to mentor or teach writing! I needed this book 20 years ago (or longer for undergrad teaching)!"
Dr. Faith Kearns, author of Getting to the Heart of Science Communication
“In a clear and engaging way, the authors offer practical, evidence-based strategies on everything from giving feedback to using AI. Essential reading for scientists helping students grow into confident, capable scientific communicators.”
Dr. Terry McGlynn, author of The Chicago Guide to College Science Teaching
“While scientists are taught how to write, how many of us have learned how to teach writing? This eminently pragmatic guide can rectify that situation, and I recommend it to all of us to improve our craft as teachers and mentors.”
