Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel

Lessons in Chemistry — the #1 global bestseller with over 8 million copies sold — introduces Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant and unconventional chemist in 1960s California whose life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes the star of a hit TV cooking show, Supper at Six.

In a male-dominated lab at the Hastings Research Institute, Elizabeth stands out for her intellect and defiance of social norms. Only Calvin Evans, a brilliant but solitary Nobel-nominated scientist, truly understands her — and their bond sparks real chemistry.

Years later, as a single mother and unlikely television icon, Elizabeth revolutionizes cooking by blending science with empowerment, inspiring women across America to challenge the status quo.

Both hilarious and heartfelt, Lessons in Chemistry is a witty, feminist tale about love, ambition, and breaking barriers, celebrated by The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR, and more — now a hit Apple TV+ series.