“Shipman’s Handbook for Science Public Information Officers is so smart and so insightful about communicating science that it would be a useful guide for anyone who cares about illuminating research and improving science literacy. It’s also so good at exploring the challenges and opportunities from a public information standpoint that it should be essential reading for anyone in the business.”

Deborah Blum, director, Knight Science Journalism at MIT

“Shipman has produced a much-needed resource for communications officers. Although intended for science communications, many of the strategies he describes, and much of the advice he imparts, would be valuable to any communications professional. It’s an engaging, accessibly written work that could easily become a standard reference guide in the field, as well as a teaching tool for students in communications studies. I would, without hesitation, recommend that any communications professional read this book.”

Tom Breen, deputy spokesperson at University of Connecticut

"Matt Shipman has long been a thought leader among PIOs, and now we have a book that demonstrates why. Being a PIO can be a tough job, as it often means pleasing a number of masters at once. Shipman deftly guides readers through the minefields, unafraid to recommend the more difficult path if it's more ethical and likely to be effective. His specific advice on subjects from crisis communications to social media, and everything in between, makes this a book I hope all PIOs and public relations students will read."

Ivan Oransky, faculty at New York University and vice president and global editorial director of MedPage Today

"This guide is well-timed and much needed. Shipman’s tone is informal and efficient, his emphasis practical, his intent for his readers to develop literacy in the tools and processes of science communication."

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