Best American Science Writing books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Best American Science Writing series?"

"There are 10 books in the Best American Science Writing series, published between 2003 and 2012."

Q: "What is the first book in the Best American Science Writing series?"

"The first book in the Best American Science Writing series is The Best American Science Writing 2003, published in 2003."

Q: "What is the difference between Best American Science Writing and Best American Science and Nature Writing?"

"Best American Science Writing ran from 2000 to 2012 and focused specifically on science journalism. Best American Science and Nature Writing broadened the scope to include nature writing alongside science. The two series overlapped for several years before the Science Writing series ended."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	The Best American Science Writing 2003	2003	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
2	The Best American Science Writing 2004	2004	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
3	The Best American Science Writing 2005	2005	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
4	The Best American Science Writing 2006	2006	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
5	The Best American Science Writing 2007	2007	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
6	The Best American Science Writing 2008	2008	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
7	The Best American Science Writing 2009	2009	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
8	The Best American Science Writing 2010	2010	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
9	The Best American Science Writing 2011	2011	Rebecca Skloot	Buy
10	The Best American Science Writing 2012	2012	Rebecca Skloot	Buy

The Best American Science Writing was an annual anthology published from 2000 to 2012, collecting standout science journalism from American periodicals. Each volume featured a guest editor who selected the final pieces from a pool of candidates gathered throughout the year.

The series covered everything from physics and genetics to medicine and technology, with an emphasis on accessible writing that brought scientific topics to a general audience. Rebecca Skloot was involved with the series as part of her wider work in science journalism and editing. The series ended in 2012, with its territory largely absorbed by The Best American Science and Nature Writing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Best American Science Writing series?

There are 10 books in the Best American Science Writing series, published between 2003 and 2012.

What is the first book in the Best American Science Writing series?

The first book in the Best American Science Writing series is The Best American Science Writing 2003, published in 2003.

What is the difference between Best American Science Writing and Best American Science and Nature Writing?

Best American Science Writing ran from 2000 to 2012 and focused specifically on science journalism. Best American Science and Nature Writing broadened the scope to include nature writing alongside science. The two series overlapped for several years before the Science Writing series ended.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order