I never thought I’d say this, but I’m in the final days of finishing my cookbook manuscript and handing it in to my editor. After 15 months of testing recipes, writing, and shooting photography, I finally feel like things are coming together. Very, very slowly, mind you. I’ve shot about 50 recipe photographs so far, but that means I still have at least 50 recipes to remake and photograph. gulp, gulp, gulp. I’ve heard the editing process is pretty brutal, so I’m just taking it one day at a time and not looking too far ahead. The journey of getting my recipes to a place where I’m happy (and all my recipe testers) has taken much longer than I anticipated, but I didn’t want to rush the process. Quality over quantity, I say. If this is the only cookbook I ever write, I want it to be something I’m proud of. And seriously, it might be the only cookbook I ever write!
Anyway, I just wanted to pop in and say hello! I might not be able to post as much as I’d like to over the next couple weeks, but just know that I’m thinking of you always and looking forward to sharing some recipe inspiration as soon as I can. Right now, every creative cell in my body seems to be on hiatus, but it will recharge soon enough. Isn’t that what red wine is for??
Now for the giveaway fun! In my mind, there’s nothing better than curling up with a good cookbook and feeling more inspired with each turning page. Today’s giveaway highlights a couple awesome vegan cookbooks that I have in my collection as well as my favourite recipe creation tool that I reviewed recently – The Flavor Bible! I’m giving away all the books below to one lucky winner. If you happen to already own one or some of these cookbooks, I’ll be happy to send you an Amazon gift card instead. You decide. The books will be shipped new directly from Amazon.
In this giveaway:
Let Them Eat Vegan by Dreena Burton
Let Them Eat Vegan! is packed with 200 plant-powered recipes for the entire family. Dreena offers notes on how to modify her recipes for those with allergies or common substitution questions. Natural vegan ingredients are abundant in her recipes, many of which I already have in my own pantry. See my full review here.
Veganomicon by Isa Chandra Moskowitz & Terry Hope Romero
Veganomicon is truly a work of art. With over 250 recipes for any occasion, this is a cookbook I turn to often. Whether you’re in the mood for something quick and easy or something fancy and elaborate, this book will have it. There are also handy user-friendly guides for soy-free, gluten-free, low-fat, and quick and easy recipes.
The Flavor Bible by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg
The Flavor Bible, described as “the essential guide to culinary creativity”, profiles ingredients and the corresponding herbs, spices, seasonings, etc. that pair well with each of these ingredients. As someone who has grown to love recipe creation, this book is a resource tool that I turn to when I’m looking for a nudge in the right direction. When I have an ingredient in mind that I’d like to cook with, I often look to this book for suggestions of other “compatible” ingredients that I can include in the dish. For my full review, see here.
To enter: Leave a comment below and tell me what you are reading right now or maybe tell me about a book you’ve read recently that you enjoyed. If you’d like a second entry you can follow me on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest and leave a second comment letting me know you did so. This contest is open to anyone, anywhere and the winner will be chosen at random on Sat April 27th . Good luck!!
Please note: The links in this post are Amazon Affiliate links – if you click on the link and purchase something I will receive a small percentage from Amazon which helps support costs involved for this blog. Thanks in advance!








I follow you on Facebook and just started following your Pinterest boards.
We’ve been trying recipes from Herbivoracious and have been happy, especially with the salads. The recipes often have Pacific flavors…hmmmm!
I also follow you on Facebook!
I would love some new ideas, especially with a toddler who is getting pickier by the day! My latest books have been all about potty training and parenting.
I’m reading Skinny Bitch in the Kitchen…Love it!
I’m reading Carolina Moon by Nora Roberts. I’m actually I’m going through her ENTIRE book list!! I love her development of characters and the little mini series – she’s awesome!
One book I read recently was called Bringing Up Bebe, about an American woman parenting her child in France :)
I like you Facebook & and follow you on Pinterest (aka Lisa Snagglebottoms)
I am reading Anupy Singla’s book on vegan indian cooking.
I follow you on Facebook :)
I just finished reading a book about the sociological aspect of city planning, super interesting!
I’m reading Trim Healthy Mama.
I’m currently reading a book called “Home Waters” by George Handley. It’s a plea for a more environmental lifestyle, told through the author’s recollections of living along the Provo river. Definitely inspiring me to live more sustainably!
I’m reading Who Switched off my brain by Dr. Charlotte Leaf. A must read for all of us to help with toxic thoughts. Also, Love Does by Bob Goff. Great book
I’m just starting to get to know you. Thanks for your wonderful recipes.
I just finished rereading Toni Morrison’s beautiful and disturbing The Bluest Eye and am looking forward to starting Artistotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamine Alire Saenz.
Congratulations to you Angela!! That is so exciting to be that far along and seeing the end of a completed book you wrote!
The last book I read I just loved and raved about, which is, “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie. I really feel that, by applying those practices listed, I can become a better communicator, listener, and person who really tries to understand others. The book I’m reading now is, “The Small Budget Gardener” by Maureen Gilmer. I’m trying to learn as much about gardening as I can before we buy ourselves a piece of land.
Thank you for this wonderful opportunity for a great giveaway!
So excited for your cookbook to come out! I am currently reading Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts. Great story, really opens up your eyes to how some culture live to get by.
Oh oh pick me!! i have been coveting a copy of the flavor bible for a few years now, but its a very spendy book. right now I am just starting “the Paris wife” as my fun book to read. But I am also reading Passionate Vegetarian which I got for Christmas and have been cooking my way through. I can not wait for your book and plan to preorder as soon as it is available.
Currently reading “UnDiet” by Meghan Telpner, which i bought after reading your review! It’s given me the motivational push i needed to get back on the proverbial wagon, and speaking of – i’m an IBS sufferer (lactose & fructose malabsorbant too) so without your recipes i think i’d still be eating nothing but rice and mandarins! Instead, Banana Bread protein bars for brekkie :) thanks!
I just finished reading “The Happy Herbivore” by Lindsay S. Nixon and I am in love! The recipes in the cookbook are so simple and easy to follow, and every recipe I’ve tried has turned out delicious!