Bob Strauss

Science Writer

Education

B.S., Cornell University

Introduction

  • Author of three books, including "A Field Guide to the Dinosaurs of North America"

Experience

Bob Strauss is a former writer for ThoughtCo. He is an editor and author with over 25 years of experience in online and traditional media. One of his specialties is explaining complicated topics to both lay and professional audiences. He is the author of three books on science and dinosaurs, including "The Big Book of What, How and Why," "Who Knew? Hundreds & Hundreds of Questions & Answers for Curious Minds," and "A Field Guide to the Dinosaurs of North America."

Strauss has contributed his writing and editing services to outlets as diverse as Entertainment Weekly, Family Circle, FamilyPC, MSN Dating & Personals, ConsumerSearch, News of the American Physical Society, Cardiovascular Medicine, and TWICE.

Education

Strauss has a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University.

Awards and Publications
  • "The Big Book of What, How and Why" (Sterling, 2005)
  • "Who Knew? Hundreds & Hundreds of Questions & Answers for Curious Minds" (Sterling, 2007)
  • "A Field Guide to the Dinosaurs of North America" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2015).

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