Ask a Scientist: How to Be a Science Writer | SF
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Bazaar Cafe | 5927 California Street, San Francisco, CA
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Ask a Scientist: Fun Nerdy Lectures and Q&A | SF
Ask a Scientist is a casual, educational, entertaining lecture series that takes place at cafes and other informal venues around San Francisco.
The talks feature an expert speaker on a scientific topic, a short presentation, and the opportunity to ask all those burning questions that have been keeping you up at night. No tests, grades, or pressure — just food, drinks, socializing, and conversation about the mysteries of the universe.
Whether you’re a seasoned science writer, greenhorn, dabbler, or just a person who likes to hear interesting science stories, you’ll want to meet Thomas Hayden, co-editor of the brand new The Science Writers’ Handbook: Everything You Need To Know To Pitch, Publish And Prosper In The Digital Age.
Tom and fellow Handbook contributors Robin Mejia, Monya Baker, Douglas Fox, and Liza Gross will share personal stories from the trenches of science writing — tales of frustration, victory, danger, and more.
Post storytime, the crew will address questions about how to build a sustainable, profitable, sane science writing career. They’ll discuss topics such as finding and crafting a story, working with multimedia, pitching to publications, dealing with emotional issues like isolation and envy, understanding business structures, negotiating contracts, being profitable, and handling ethical matters. Whatever your level of experience, you’re invited to come chat, share, and learn.
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
Cost: FREE*
