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!








yeah what a fun giveaway! I am reading the Forgotten Garden.
I’m a pintrest follower!
I am reading a romance by Johanna Lindsay
“The China Study” has changed my life! I’m so excited by finding new ways to make amazing whole foods!
I’m reading Cat’s Cradle, because it’s been so long, and I was in the mood for something offbeat. After I finish it, I’m going to re-read Born to Run because I just registered for the NYC marathon, my first marathon ever, and I need some inspiration!
I got Veganomicon and have been reading it like it’s a novel! I love cookbooks!!
Just followed you on Pinterest, too!
I am reading Meals that heal inflammation, I have arthritis and I am trying to cook some recipes to reduce the inflammation. Great recipes by the way.
I recently read “Born to Run” – an inspirational story about really really long footraces and ultramarathoners! I’d recommend it for anyone, runners or non-runners. Next on my list is “Cooked” by Michael Pollan.
I followed you on Pinterest and also pinned the raspberry chia seed jam cookies (I’ve only made the jam part so far and have been loving it on toast for breakfast!) and not-your-average potato soup. :) Love your recipes!
Wow! What an amazing give away! I would SO love to read these books. Right now I am reading Emma by Jane Austen.
I follow you on pinterest!
I’m reading the 5 love languages right now & am learning a lot about myself & my husband!
I follow you on Pinterest :)
I’ve been reading Brain Rules for Baby. I’m going vegetarian with Baby #2 in the oven and considering going vegan. Thanks for a chance at the book give away!
I just finished “An Echo in the Bone” by Diana Gabaldon and am awaiting her latest in the Outlander series. This series is highly recommended. When all my closets are cleaned out (I am in a process of simplifying) I will begin to read “Little Bee” which is next in line. I am looking forward to OH SHE GLOWS new book!
I am following OH SHE GLOWS on Pinterest!
Right now I’m reading about GRE prep…these would make a WONDERFUL break!
So excited for you, cannot wait to read and utilize your cookbook!
Anywho, right now I am reading ‘Crazy, Sexy, Diet’ by Kris Carr, or should I say, re-reading.. for the millionth time. Can’t get enough of this book packed with tips and tricks galore!
I am also reading ‘May Cause Miracles’ by Gabby Bernstein as well as diving into ‘A Course in Miracles’ which I am reading at my leisure!
Have a fabulous day!
I’m enjoying “A Vintage Affair” by Isabel Wolff. Also getting inspired again by Terry Walters “Clean Food.”