Elisabeth Cook

Elisabeth Cook lives in Wisconsin with two cats, one person and a lot of books. She writes poetry, is working on a novel, and blogs at LitAllOver.com. She strongly identifies as someone who is willing to use or maybe not use the Oxford comma. You can follow her on Twitter @CooksChicken, where she talks about food and complains a lot, or contact her at litchickbiz@gmail.com.

Literary Columns to Keep Your Bookish Knowledge Up to Date

Literary columns are a fun way to dip into the latest of the book world. Here are 4 online series full of bookish tips, news, and conversation.

Reading Pathways: Patricia Highsmith

Patricia Highsmith books are numerous and easy to find, but where do you start? Here's where to begin with this leading author of crime fiction.

4 Books About Anna May Wong to Read After Watching HOLLYWOOD

While the actress continues to be failed by television and film, these books about Anna May Wong paint a fuller and more interesting picture of her legacy.

7 of the Best and Worst Dinners and Dinner Parties in Fiction

Dinners and dinner parties in fiction can be effective settings for drama, humor, or both. Here are 7 of the best and worst dinner scenes in literature.

How To Turn Your Love for Reading Into Writing Inspiration

Writing inspiration flows from the reading you already love. Here are some suggestions for using your favorite books and writers for inspirational fuel.

5 Bookish Activities to Pair with Watching VITA AND VIRGINIA

Planning on watching Vita and Virginia on Hulu? Already watched it? Here are some fun bookish activities for before, after, or during the film.

5 Books Like TRUST EXERCISE That F*** with Narrative

Looking for more books like Trust Exercise by Susan Choi? These 5 works of fiction mess with narrative convention and challenge expectations.

How to Read in Another Language (Before You’ve Actually Learned It)

Want to read in another language, but think you have to learn it first? These workarounds get you reading what you want now (and help you learn better).

#BongHive Reads: 4 Books for Fans of the Movie PARASITE

Can't get enough of Bong Joon-ho's latest? Between treks to the theater for repeat viewings, check out these books for fans of the movie Parasite.

3 Korean Dramas About Books and Writing on Netflix

Where do the written word and the world of K-drama intersect? In these 3 Korean dramas about books that you can stream on Netflix now!