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’m currently reading The Sun Also Rises right now to get prepared for my classes next year!
I know I’m late to the party, but I’m reading Harry Potter.
I follow you on Facebook.
I follow you on Twitter.
I am currently reading A Storm of Swords by George R.R. Martin, the third book in the Song of Fire and Ice series. I’m obsessed.
I just read Crazy for the Storm.
currently reading “JungleLand” by Christopher S. Stwart…a true story interwoven with mystery, history and a present day jungle adventure in search of a lost city and one’s self
I have just finished The Golden Spruce by John Valliant. Based on a true story and set in Haida Gwaii, it’s the story of one man’s actions to bring awareness to clear cutting, and the community’s reaction to it. It’s filled with details of nature, history, culture, and one man’s struggle with being heard. I learned a lot from reading this book, and am inspired to visit Haida Gwaii.
The last book I read was actually Dos Mundos, a Spanish language book. I love learning new languages, so I have a bunch of linguistic textbooks (lol). I would really love a new cookbook, or three ;-)
I just finished reading Three Weeks with my Brother by Nicolas Sparks. It’s an older book of his…what a great story…so very inspiring. Looking forward to seeing your cookbook on the shelf, Angela! By the way, I just made your “rolos” today…FABULOUS!!!
Wow that is a lot of comments! This is such a lovely giveaway,so thanks for the opportunity. I’m new to vegan cooking and am currently reading The Vegan Sourcebook. It’s an easy and excellent read.
Just finished the Alchemist! Love reading, hope to win these :D
I just finished reading The Kind Diet. Great book. I was actually thinking of getting the Flavor Bible but hopefully I can win it:)
I just finished reading “King Leopold’s Ghost” which I enjoyed far more than I thought I would.
I just finished reading “King Leopold’s Ghost” which I enjoyed far more than I thought I would.
(Also this is my second comment)
I just finished The Science of Yoga: The Risks and the Rewards by William J Broad. Amazing book about the history of yoga and the science behind why it’s good for the body. And in the world of fiction I am on book six of the Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon on my e-reader.
I am so excited to see so many on board changing their health and eating plant based! I’ve only changed my lifestyle this past Dec and I’ve never felt better! I’m currently reading Disease Proof Your Kids, it’s been hard to get my 6 year old totally on board.
I *like* your blog on Facebook (but in reality, I LOVE your blog!)
Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn – it is a must read!!
I have been reading a book called Dibs. Which is a book recounting the tale of a trouble boys road to success. Due to my lack of strictly vegan cookbooks, I have also been catching up with some Raw Food, Real World and Raw, because I just love raw especially in the spring! Juliano’s gaspatcho is to die for!