Elizabeth Little is an accomplished American author, best known for her suspense novels and non-fiction books. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Little completed her education at Harvard University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree. Before establishing herself as a successful author, she contributed to several initial works and had her writings featured in various prestigious publications, including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and the Los Angeles Review of Books.
Little gained significant recognition and success with the publication of her novel, "Dear Daughter," which became a bestseller in the Los Angeles Times. This book, her first foray into fiction, has earned her critical acclaim and numerous accolades. "Dear Daughter" has been nominated for the Macavity and Barry Awards in the category of Best First Book and was longlisted for the John Creasy Dagger from CWA. It also won the Critics Strand Award in the Best Debut Novel category. In addition to "Dear Daughter," Little has written two non-fiction books, "Biting the Wax Tadpole: Confessions of a Language Fanatic" and "Trip of the Tongue: Cross-Country Travels in Search of America's Languages." Her latest novel, "Pretty as a Picture," was a Barnes and Noble monthly pick and a Los Angeles Times and Publishers Weekly bestseller. Her next novel will be published by Bantam in 2025.
Elizabeth Little currently resides in Los Angeles, California, with her family. She is represented by literary agent Kate Garrick from The Karpfinger Agency. Little's work has been recognized for its quality and originality, earning her a respected place in the literary world. Her ability to craft engaging and suspenseful narratives has captivated readers and critics alike, solidifying her status as a talented and successful author.