In conversation with Krys Boyd
New York Times bestseller Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus is the story of Elizabeth Zott, a chemist working at a male-dominated research institute in 1960s California. Unconventional and unapologetic, she’s an unordinary woman, until her intellect catches the attention of the Nobel-nominated loner Calvin Evans. But Zott doesn't aspire to be a housewife—she wants to change the status quo for women across America.
Bonnie Garmus is a copy writer and creative director who has worked in the education, science, and technology sectors. Her debut novel, Lessons in Chemistry, was named Best Book of the Year by the likes of the New York Times, Washington Post, and Elle, among others. The book is now being adapted to the screen for Apple TV+, starring and executive produced by Academy Award–winner Brie Larson.
“[An] energetic debut. . . . A more adorable plea for rationalism and gender equality would be hard to find.” —Kirkus (starred review)
