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!
Can’t wait to buy your book when the time comes! You were one of the first healthy food blogs I ever came across and have been such an inspiration! Your recipes never disappoint. I just finished up a school term and have a bookmark in Casual Vacancy that has been there since Christmas. Not a fan of the book but I hate not finishing one so I’ll probably finish that. Next on my list is Wild. All of the books in this giveaway are on my list to read soon so I wouldn’t be surprised if I pick one of those up soon! Good luck with the editing!
I follow you on Twitter and Facebook already :)
I am reading Meals that heal Inflammation by Julie Daniluk…Love it! But would love some new reading material..hint…hint;)
I am reading the wheatbelly cookbook and also the hormone diet… two very interesting books. Of course, both are based in keeping away from an inflammatory diet… the base of most all good diets.
I’m reading Goodbye 20th Century by David Browne. Thanks for the recipes, looking forward to your cookbook coming out!
I am a facebook follower!
I follow you on Facebook!
I am currently reading “Let’s Pretend This Never Happened” by Jenny Lawson. This book is so hilarious and even though a lot of it is exaggerated stories of her childhood, it is still crazy to think any of the things she talks about actually happened. Great book =)
Right now I’m reading nothing but textbooks for school!! Looking forward to my semester ending so that I can actually read something enjoyable.
I’m currently reading Flat Out Love on my Kindle. It’s okay, but I’m looking forward to scanning these comments to get some new book ideas. Thank you!
I am currently borrowing vegan cookbooks and dystopian books for the library. The last one I borrowed was Let Them Eat Vegan and Ashes of Twilight by Kassy Tayler. I would love Veganomicon. Book giveaways are the best!
Thanks for all of the delicious & beautiful posts you share! I am reading Tge Tiger’s Wife
currently. The writing is very warm & inviting while mixing personal recollections with fairy
tale/mystical elements.
I follow you on Facebook and Pinterest <3
I also follow you on facebook:)
So excited for your cookbook!
I just finished reading Undress Me in the Temple of Heaven by Susan Jane Gilman. It was a fun read, loving stories of women’s adventures and teavel right now.
I just finished reading Indian Horse and it was one of the most inspiring and well written books I have ever read.
I’m so excited for you and can’t wait to buy your cookbook!
Right now I’m reading this amazing dog story, A Dog’s Purpose. It’s an amazing read for animal lovers!
I just started reading the pH Miracle. It’s new to me…we’ll see.. Looking forward to winning your books:))
I’m reading Animal Liberation by Peter Singer. It is a bit disappointing that after shedding light on the cruelties of the egg and dairy industries he concludes by recommending vegetarianism rather than veganism. Reading cookbooks sure sounds like much more fun!
What a cool giveaway! Exciting! I am actually reading a couple of books right now…and they are fantastic as well!
1. “The Complete Guide to Vegan Food Substitutions: Veganize It!” by Celine Steen and Joni Marie Newman.
2. “Veganist” by Kathy Freston
Also, I am re-reading (for the dozenth time!):
3. Skinny Bitch by Kim Barnouin
Congrats in finishing your book! Can’t wait to read it! Peace. ~ Heather