The Secret is Out!
January 28, 2011 at 2:28 pm | Posted in Baking / Cooking, Food, Photography | 97 CommentsTags: baking, cookbook, dessert, recipes, vegan
…And despite the fact that this is the first official announcement, it has long been out, since it’s near impossible to hide an Amazon.com listing.
Well, there’s no turning back now- My second cookbook, Vegan Desserts, will soon be on its way to a bookstore near you! Get your sweet tooth in gear, because this one will be jam-packed with well over 100 brand new, never before seen recipes, each and every one accompanied by a full-color photo. Arranged by season and drawing inspiration from fresh ingredients, holidays, and innovative flavor combinations, this is not just another classic baking book.
As if that all wasn’t exciting enough yet, brace yourself, because the much sought-after recipes for vegan meringues and macarons will be included!
Three years in the making, this book came precipitously close to being tossed out altogether. Sitting on my computer, growing older and less attractive by the day, I eventually realized that a final decision was necessary: Forget the whole mess ever existed and move on, or painstakingly fix all of the blemishes, large and small. This meant rephotographing everything, rewriting everything, and revamping the recipes. It was the equivalent of ripping 250 pages out of their binding, shredding 200, and starting again from there. But for that precise reason, because I couldn’t just speed this text along to the printer without a second thought, I am truly grateful. That initial rejection gave me time to grow as a baker and photographer, to vastly improve this final collection of recipes and images as a whole. Vegan Desserts is so much more than just another cookbook to me; it’s my baby, and I couldn’t be more proud of how it’s grown up. Now, I can only hope that everyone else feels the same way, too.
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Congratulations Hannah!! If it’s half as good as the first book, it’s going to be a smashing success! I must have this :D
Comment by Marika— January 28, 2011 #
Waaaaaaahooooooo! I had no idea! This is a secret AND a surprise! Congratulations, Hannah! You are awesome, and we are aaaaalll grateful that you didn’t scrap this book. I absolutely cannot wait. :D
Comment by Christina— January 28, 2011 #
Looks delish! Can’t wait to see it in person!
Comment by Brandy— January 28, 2011 #
Congrats! I can’t wait to check it out.
Comment by thezenofmaking— January 28, 2011 #
Congrats! I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy.
Comment by Nicole— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulations!! You rule.
xo
Eco Mama
Comment by Eco Mama— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulation Hannah.
Je vais l’acheter le plus vite possible ♥
Tu es la meilleure !
Comment by VeganPower— January 28, 2011 #
Congrats, girly! I will definitely be purchasing it! :)
Comment by Nora— January 28, 2011 #
The cover photos look great!
Comment by Aaron— January 28, 2011 #
Oh my goodness, I CANNOT wait for this! Vegan macarons?? Yessss.
Comment by Tiffany— January 28, 2011 #
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!
Comment by VeggieGirl— January 28, 2011 #
YES. I can’t wait for this!
Comment by Sara— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulations, Hannah! I’m so excited for you! I cannot wait. Want to celebrate at Miya’s with me? :)
Comment by Nicole— January 28, 2011 #
AWESOME! I’m so excited to dive into this!
One great big question: Is there any way to get the book so that you get as much money as possible?
This may be ridiculous but, I worry about you not getting enough of my money when I buy things through a third party. I don’t want to pay Amazon, I want you to get every smidge of my cash!
Comment by Katherine MacGregor— January 28, 2011 #
Aww, you are so extraordinarily thoughtful! Thank you, I’m so grateful that you would even consider that, and offer to buy the book directly! I’m planning on ordering a carton or two of books, and once they arrive, I can send you a Paypal invoice and ship you one directly. An extra bonus is that means I can sign it for you, too.
I’m saving your email address right now, and I’ll let you know when they’re available. :)
Comment by Hannah (BitterSweet)— January 29, 2011 #
Add my e-mail addy to that list – I will be happy to contribute directly to you!
Comment by Greyt Vegan Life— January 29, 2011 #
Same with me! I am so excited to get it!
Comment by Lauren Hayes— January 30, 2011 #
Ooh ooh, me 4!
Comment by Sarah— January 30, 2011 #
Me too – if you can ship to the UK?
Comment by Hats— February 1, 2011 #
If you’re still saving email addresses, please add me to the list. Thanks (and congrats)!
Comment by Babak— February 1, 2011 #
Please also email me when it’s out. I would love to get it directly from you. I loved your first book and think your ebooks are great too.
Comment by Tofu Ted— February 1, 2011 #
me too, me too! (though i’m in canada if that makes a difference)
and congratulations!!
Comment by gen— February 4, 2011 #
Hooray! Congratulations! I love the idea of seasonal desserts.
And the layout of the cover is lovely. :)
Comment by Kelly— January 28, 2011 #
this just made my day! i am going to order this baby on amazon right now!
Comment by Rikki Cupcake— January 28, 2011 #
WOW!!! I am so excited for you. Congratulations, Hannah. I am sure it’s a fabulous book.
Comment by Oiyi— January 28, 2011 #
I am so happy for you, babe! I can already tell that it’s gonna be amazing. As you know, I eat vegan on a fairly regular basis but also eat some seafood and meat products. Even so, I really support and admire the vegan lifestyle and the lover of baking and chemistry in me would definitely get this just for the macaron and marshmallow secrets alone! Really.cannot.wait!
Comment by Xiaolu @ 6 Bittersweets— January 28, 2011 #
Hoooray!
The cover does look sensational, and I am sure a good indicator of what lurks inside.
So awesome! <3
Comment by Allyson— January 28, 2011 #
It looks lovely AND it’s already on my wish list! :)
Comment by Aimee— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulations! The cover is beautiful, and a fitting tease for what’s inside.
Comment by Andrea— January 28, 2011 #
Congrats Hannah! I can’t wait for this!
Comment by Michelle— January 28, 2011 #
WHAT? My excitement cannot be contained! Congrats, Hannah, for all of your hard work. I am sure the book will be embraced by the vegan community, I know that I for one cannot wait to get my hands on it. Hardcover, too? Wowee!!
Comment by Sarah S.— January 28, 2011 #
SO exciting, Hannah! I’m absolutely buying a copy :). Can’t wait to dive into all of these new recipes.
Comment by Lauren— January 28, 2011 #
Fantastic news Hannah! I can’t wait to see what you have created. I have no doubt it will be amazing.
Comment by veganlisa— January 28, 2011 #
You know this already, but it’s worth repeating: I am overjoyed for you! I know it’s been a bumpy road and I am thrilled that you’re now gifting your baby to the world. I can’t wait to see it for myself!
Comment by Vegyogini— January 28, 2011 #
:( aww its not on amazon.ca
Comment by marisa— January 28, 2011 #
Not to fear, my publisher has assured me that it will be available on Amazon.ca very shortly! It may just take a bit longer, but it should be available in time for the release.
Comment by Hannah (BitterSweet)— January 29, 2011 #
oh congrats congrats congrats! i love to hear about 2nd and even 3rd cookbooks.
Comment by vanillasugarblog— January 28, 2011 #
Wow how exciting for you! I have a vegan friend who would love this. I’ll let her know! Your cover looks very tempting
Comment by Brittany— January 28, 2011 #
Yesssss, I’m so excited!!! Congrats on the new book – I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!
Comment by kala— January 28, 2011 #
Excited!! it will also be wonderful gift for one of my vegan friend and of course when see comes over for dinner.
Comment by sensiblecooking— January 28, 2011 #
Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by Morgan— January 28, 2011 #
Oh I am so so so excited Hannah! Next time you’re in NYC we should celebrate!!!
Comment by Joanne— January 28, 2011 #
Ah, AWESOME! And it’s your second? That’s great Hannah. I’m sure the transformed book turned out wonderful. And I think your photos are great, so I bet the food is really brought to life in this book!
Comment by Grace Dickinson— January 28, 2011 #
What????? This is news to me! I’m so excited! I can’t wait! I think I’ve made everything in My Sweet Vegan 10 times! I can’t wait for new recipes :)
CONGRATS!!
Comment by DessertForTwo— January 28, 2011 #
Yahoo!! and Congratulations…Happy to say I’ve already pre-ordered my copy!! Can’t wait to get it. I’ve found there’s no easier way to convince people to try a vegan meal now and then, than to make them a tasty vegan dessert!! Thanks!!
Comment by Jen @ Lita's World— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulations on your second book, Hannah! It looks beautiful!
Comment by Danielle— January 28, 2011 #
I AM SO EXCITED! CONGRATS!
I am so glad to see another published book by you!
You’ve become a hero, I think, in the Vegan community! Every time I see your name on the VegNews, I skip everything and land on your yummy page!
Also, I am interested to see how you’ve grown! In your blog I see not only desserts, but savory dishes. Each dish explores a new food to me! :D
I can’t wait to see your baby, and I hope to have it sitting by my copy of your first book. (I’ll make some shelf room for the other books to come)
AGAIN, CONGRATS!
<3
Sydney
(ohhhh! It is hardback! :3 yummmmmm!)
Comment by Sydney— January 28, 2011 #
You are a vegan goddess. I can’t wait to get my own copy. I’m already drooling over the cover images!
Comment by SaraLynnArt— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulations! It sounds wonderful and those photos on the cover are mouthwatering!
Rose
Comment by Roses R Red— January 28, 2011 #
So, so proud of your perseverence, particularly as it’s us who win out in the end! You’re an inspiration to me, Hannah. I always feel like my own dreams are insurmountably impossible, but your courage and talent and bravery make me feel like I could start taking small steps towards a happier future for myself. xo
Comment by Hannah— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulations, Hannah! Since, my copy of “My Sweet Vegan” is well worn (& well loved), I cannot wait to get my oven mitts on your new “baby”!
Comment by Greyt Vegan Life— January 28, 2011 #
Congratulations! The cover alone is great, can’t wait to see the recipes.
Comment by Lisa— January 28, 2011 #
Well done Hannah!
I am in awe. You have not slowed down on the blog at all and have written another book!
When can I get it in the UK?
Comment by Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours— January 29, 2011 #
Although I’m told that my publisher will not be directly distributing the book in the UK, another printer is likely to pick it up. I wish I had a more definite answer, but hopefully it will just be a matter of time. Otherwise, I do plan to order a couple of cartons myself, and I would be happy to ship you one directly. Keep in touch when the release date draws nearer!
Edit: You’re in luck! It looks like it’s already been added to Amazon.co.uk, so there’s no need to worry. :)
Vegan Desserts: Sumptuous Sweets for Every Season
Comment by Hannah (BitterSweet)— January 29, 2011 #
You’re incredible!
Congratulations, and thanks for giving me something to look forward to!
Comment by maya— January 29, 2011 #
Just added it to my Amazon wishlist!
Comment by emme— January 29, 2011 #
It is listed on Amazon.co.uk by the way:
Vegan Desserts: Sumptuous Sweets for Every Season
Comment by emme— January 29, 2011 #
Congrats!!!!!
I can’t imagine how the reworking process of the entire manuscript must have been–ugh, my work on a thesis, etc. has been quite enough for me.
If we can judge the book by its cover, this 2nd book is going to be amazing!
Comment by Jes— January 29, 2011 #
congratulations on the new book out hannah :) so excited for you! looks like there will be some yummy stuff in there!
Comment by rachel— January 29, 2011 #
Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for you and everyone who’s a vegetarian. I can’t wait to get my copy and try some recipes out! When I do, I would love to interview you for my blog: )
Comment by Manni— January 29, 2011 #
Congrats, Hannah! I can’t describe how excited I am about your new book. Can’t wait to have it and to try as many recipes as possible in my new place (the oven is working fine, so I’m already happy!). I will order it as soon as possible to me to do it at amazon.uk :)
Comment by Glauce— January 29, 2011 #
Congratulations! I’ll have to check it out!
Comment by Sydney— January 29, 2011 #
ooh, how exciting!!! CONGRATS :)
Comment by Shannon— January 29, 2011 #
Congratulations girl! Looks fantastic! Glad it gave you the chance to grow :)
Comment by megan— January 29, 2011 #
oh! Hannah that is amazing! i am so excited for you!
Comment by heatherly— January 29, 2011 #
Hooray! I can’t wait to see it!
Comment by Amber Shea @Almost Vegan— January 29, 2011 #
Congratulations! The cover alone looks beautiful!
Comment by Y— January 29, 2011 #
Congrats! The book looks amazing. Vegan meringues? sounds delicious.
Comment by A Tablespoon of Liz— January 29, 2011 #
How exciting!!! Yay :) I have your first one and I love it! As soon as I can afford cookbooks again, I’ll definitely be putting this one the list. Congratulations!
Comment by Tanya— January 29, 2011 #
Still in awe of your talents! Nice job!
Comment by VegSpinz— January 30, 2011 #
Congratulations! The book looks totally scrumptious!
What a commitment you made and how impressive.
Comment by Lori— January 30, 2011 #
So curious about the macarons. And the book will be right on time for my birthday: 3 may. I know already what I will ask as a present.
Comment by TofuParty— January 30, 2011 #
A huge congrats to you, Hannah!! What a gorgeous book, and I’m sure the recipes are just as delicious as they are beautiful! My sweet tooth is always in gear, lol!
Comment by Faith— January 30, 2011 #
I have to say that the cover does look incredible.
Comment by Johanna W.— January 30, 2011 #
I’m so excited you wrote another cookbook!!! I hope this means you’ll go on book signings and promote it! I’m crossing my fingers for a cream puff recipe!
Comment by Sam— January 30, 2011 #
Hannah, that is SO fantastic! Congratulations. Vegans all over the world will be grateful you persisted.
Comment by Elena— January 30, 2011 #
Hannah how exciting! I’m so proud of you. Can’t wait to see all of those tasty treats!
Comment by JoLynn-dreaminitvegan— January 30, 2011 #
I’m so excited for this and for you! I can’t wait to check out the macaron recipe and all the gorgeous pictures. I know this was definitely a labor of love and we’ll definitely be feeling it (in our bellies!)
Comment by eatandtalk— January 30, 2011 #
Congratulations!
Comment by Stephanie— January 30, 2011 #
Yay! I’m so glad you didn’t scrap this book. I can’t wait to see it.
Comment by Lu— January 31, 2011 #
Congratulations Hannah. Are the recipes for the Vegan Chocolate Souffle & Choux Pastry in the book ?
Comment by Sam— January 31, 2011 #
Awesome!! You sneaky, sneaky sneak! Meringues and macarons? You are a vegan hero!
I’ve been wanting to do a cookbook-spotlight for My Sweet Vegan forever. I need to get on that soon!
Comment by River (Wing-It Vegan)— January 31, 2011 #
Hannah, huge congrats! The cover is gorgeous. Can’t wait to see the book!
Comment by Ricki— January 31, 2011 #
Wow- no joke I was just flipping through your first cookbook this morning thinking, “I love this book, I wonder when she’s going to come out with a second.” And then I discovered this post. How awesome! Can’t wait to get it!!
Comment by kristina— February 1, 2011 #
Wow congrats! It looks fantastic!
Comment by Jennifer— February 1, 2011 #
HUGE HUGE HUGE congratulations!!!!
Comment by stephchows— February 1, 2011 #
Yay! Can’t wait!
Comment by Cecilia— February 2, 2011 #
hannah, will there be a recipe for vegan marshmallows in this book?
if no, can you email me the recipe you took off the site bc ppl were having problems with it? i’m willing to try it…email: sdsweetreats@gmail.com
thank you!!
Comment by linda— February 2, 2011 #
Congratuations! I know exactly how you feel and I am sure there is good reason that it took you 3 years to complete! Well done,much love :)
Comment by veggie wedgie— February 2, 2011 #
Woohoo!!! I’m sooo excited!.. and good for you for just going ahead and doing it full force.. it’s so easy to get discouraged… but the growth is amazing when you meet something head on. You are one smart, talented young lady!!!!
Comment by Melomeals: Vegan for $3.33 a Day— February 2, 2011 #
Congratulations! How exciting! Can’t wait to see it! :-)
Comment by chow vegan— February 2, 2011 #
Yay!! I just checked for it on Barnes and Noble. I got your last book on Nook. I hope this one will be available there soon!
Comment by cidell— February 3, 2011 #
Congrats for your book! I just bought it yesterday and I skimmed it and I can’t wait to try some of the recipes there. Congrats again!
Comment by Motoare Reductoare— February 4, 2011 #
Yay! Super excited for this one!
Comment by Mo— February 5, 2011 #
congratulations! you rock! : )
Comment by Ren— February 8, 2011 #
Preordered!
Comment by Dina— February 22, 2011 #
I know I’m so late on this but congrats on your new book!!!! :) I can’t wait to look through it.
Comment by Ashley— March 23, 2011 #