"They Won't All Kill You: Living and Working with Pathogens" is part memoir of a scientist and teacher, part historical account of microbial diseases, and part textbook. The book examines the natural history of several different types of pathogens, while at the same time dispels disinformation, conspiracy theories, and exposes mistruths and hyperboles that you may have heard about microbe prevention and safety. Perhaps more importantly, it describes my journey from a graduate student to full professor in microbiology, engaging the reader in the trials and tribulations, and successes and failures, as a research scientist and teacher. In essence, how we live with viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens, and how we battle with them is thoroughly covered with explanations and storytelling.