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!
Hi, I have just finished reading Meet me at the cupcake cafe by Jenny Colgan. This is the second book of hers I’ve read. Last one was Sweet shop of dreams. Not what you would imagine a vegan to read as the cupcakes and sweets are not vegan. Its just that I have a dream to make vegan sweets, chocolates and cupcakes for others one day and get inspiration from reading about others. Its just a shame she always has a mad vegan in her books, I imagine she doesn’t like vegans from the comments in both books! This is a shame as I do like her books. I think I will write and complain to her, at the same time as complimenting her books. Looking forward to your cookbook. I also like to read plenty of those. Love your blog too and I also follow you on pinterest and facebook!
I cannot wait until your cookbook comes out!! What an accomplishment!! :) I just ordered Life of Pi on my audio books last night, so I will start reading that soon! :)
Right now, I’m reading the New Rules of Lifting for Women. I’m finding it very simple to reach my macronutrients on a completely vegan diet, and am loving learning about my muscles and how to feed them!
I just finished reading through Joy the Baker’s cookbook (nothing but buttery goodness in there, sorry!) and just started a “for-fun” book by Anne Lamott, Operating Instructions.
I like you on facebook :)
I also follow you on Facebook
I cannot tell you how excited I am for your book to come out! You have been an inspiration to me ever since I started on my path to being Vegan! Right now I am reading The China Study, so far it is amazing what I’m learning! I would love, love, love to win this giveaway!
I already follow you on Pinterest, Facebook and Twitter.
Thanks again for the giveaway :)
I just finished reading the book Born To Run, by Christopher McDougall. This book completely inspired me to take my running to the next level. I have been eating healthier because of this book and even decided to go vegan! My life has taken a turn for the healthier in every aspect because of it, and I would recommend it to anyone who needs a little inspiration for their workouts and eating habits.
I’m reading Dead Souls… And also working through ‘Big Vegan’ by Asbell (but I’d rather be working through one of yours ;) )
Reading the Great Gatsby, plus the Smitten Kitchen Cookbook.
I am currently reading Eat & Run (written by ultramarathoner and vegan Scott Jurek). I am so looking forward to your cookbook!
I’d love to win those books! One of my fave cookbooks is “Jerusalem” I’m sure you’ve heard about it by now, but wow! The photos are fantastic, there’s good stories behind many recipes, and it has a very personable feeling to it.
And I don’t have any of the media stuff to get an additional entry. :(
Darn. :(
And I follow you on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest too! (Thanks for the chance- all 3 of these books are on my wishlist!)
I’m reading Vegetable Literacy by Deborah Madison…beautifully done book and it’s helping to narrow down selections for my garden…it will be my first time growing a full vegetable garden…fingers crossed!
Hi! Thank you for your blog! I have been a vegetarian for most of my life. I have been mostly vegan for 5 years. As I am the only one in my family who is not omnivorous I was not exposed to a varied and rich vegetarian diet. I love preparing new and healthy meals and my goal is always to create meals that are vegan that will entice every palate. I am now reading food blogs mostly. Yours, rawmazing.com, fettlevegan, postpunkkitchen, veganyumyum, havecakewilltravel and any others that I find inspiring or with good pictures (I looove food pictures). I want to get books to have in my kitchen for consultation and I am very interested in learning more and more about raw food preparing. Im saving up for a vitamix and a dehidrator!
Thank you for your blog Angela. I learn a lot from you and hope that you will continue this wonderful vocation you have.
I’m reading “Veganist” I started eating plant based this new year and feel GREAT!!! It’s one of the best decisions I’ve made for my health. When you see good results, it’s easy to stick with it. I’ve really been enjoying finding new recipes and sharing them. Thanks for the great giveaway :)
I just started the girl with the dragon tattoo. I know I am behind but I haven’t seen the movie yet.
The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Work… (Hardcover) by Kelly McGonigal …and the DSM IV TR….not light reading:)