It’s Time for Sweet Freedom–and Worldwide Giveaway!
[WARNING: This post is all about my cookbook. If you're here for a recipe, you can skip this entry (or check today's earlier post on Vegetarian Veggie Burgers that Are Made from Vegetables--and new food will return next time!]
I’ve been telling you about it for some time now. . . finally, I’m able to announce that my cookbook will be released and available for sale on May 15th! I am beyond excited!
Before I provide details on how to purchase a copy, I’d like to say again how very, very grateful I am for all of you out there who read this blog regularly, who leave comments, who test out the recipes and provide feedback, and who’ve offered the most incredible support for this project over the past year or so. This book would never have happened without all of you! So thank you, most sincerely, again. I wish I could bake up a bunch of recipes from the book for all of you–but for now, at least you’ll be able to bake them up on your own, too.
And so, if you’d like to purchase a copy, here are the details:
Order online: Trafford (the publisher)
- As of May 15th, anyone can order the book directly from Trafford.com. There’s a dedicated website for my book that should be activated on that day if you wish to order online (I’ll post the link on that day). They will ship anywhere in the world, and will convert the Canadian retail price to any other currency.
- At the same time, you can also ask any bookstore to order a copy of the book for you. Since this is a self-published book, it’s not automatically stocked in bookstores. By asking them to order a copy for you, you’re also helping to spread the word about the book! (And I am guessing that they might not charge shipping fees through a bookstore, though you’d have to check with them first).
Order online: Amazon.com
- Around the middle of June, the book will be listed on amazon.com and all the other amazon sites (for some reason, there’s a delay to amazon after it is released from the publisher). Amazon doesn’t automatically keep copies in stock, but will order it from Trafford when you place an order online. However, if enough people order the book, then amazon will begin to stock it (which will speed up delivery).
Order directly from me (Toronto area only–sorry!)
- For anyone in the Toronto area, I can offer books directly (and thereby save you the shipping costs). I’m also offering a discount for anyone who buys 4 or more books (hey, they make great gifts!).
There will be an electronic book (ebook) as well!
- If you prefer not to have a bound, paper copy; if you’re trying to economize a bit at this time; or if you simply would rather print the book out yourself, I will have an electronic version available shortly after May 15th. This version is a pdf file and it is identical to the bound version (including all photos and index), except that it’s electronic. It will be available through this blog.
AND YOU CAN ALSO GET YOUR OWN COPY–FREE!!!
To celebrate the book’s release, I’ve decided to give away three paper copies and five electronic copies of the book! Anyone, anywhere can win. I’m really happy with the final product and would love to share copies with some of you!
All you need do to be eligible to win a free copy of Sweet Freedom: Desserts You’ll Love without Wheat, Eggs, Dairy or Refined Sugar is leave a comment on this post, mentioning why you’d like the book.
Now, I’ve noticed that many blog contests offer additional contest entries for those who have a blog and post about the giveaway. Great idea–but I’ve always wondered about people who don’t have a blog–how do they earn extra entries? Well, I think I’ve figured out an ”extra entry” option for you, too–just see below!
To earn two extra entries (if you have a blog), simply mention the book and this giveaway on your blog and link to this post (let me know you’ve done this in the comments); or you can bake one of the desserts on this blog (check the recipe index) and post about it, also linking to this post and letting me know.
To earn two extra entries (if you don’t have a blog), simply send an email to a friend, colleague, family member, or anyone else you think might be interested in Sweet Freedom, tell them about it, and add a link to this post (y copying and pasting the URL at the top of the page) into your email. Copy me as well (at dietdessertdogs AT gmail DOT com). That’s it!
On May 15th, I’ll choose EIGHT names at random and will announce the winners!
I will be away for the weekend, as I’m attending the high school reunion I mentioned back here–but can’t wait to catch up on blog reading when I return (sorry I’ve been so remiss about leaving comments as well).
Have a great weekend, everyone! 
[EDIT, MAY 10] JUST A REMINDER: ONLY ABOUT 25% OF THE RECIPES ARE ENTIRELY GLUTEN FREE. THE REST DO CONTAIN SOME GLUTEN AND ARE MADE WITH SPELT OR BARLEY FLOURS (though many can be easily adapted if you substitute all-purpose GF flour for the spelt).
I’m a college student – and let me tell you the dining hall does NOT cater to the vegan crowd (why you gotta put butter on all those perfectly good vegetables?) I miss vegan desserts so much. Next year I’ll have my own kitchen and I’d love to try out some recipes out of your book!
-Kate
Ricki, I am SO excited about the book!! Congratulations!!! I’m very, very, very psyched that you have an official release date – cause for celebration!!! *Jumps up and down with enthusiasm* I am so impressed – you have truly accomplished an incredible milestone.
You are so sweet to offer a giveaway!! I plan on placing an order for the book immediately on May 15 (I’m that excited!!!) but I would cherish a gift copy as well…
I’m so eager to begin baking from your cookbook because it’s themes are perfectly in line with my food philosophy, which includes the concept of desserts so healthy one can have them for breakfast the next day!! 
YAY for desserts without refined sugars! Ricki, you are the greatest!!
Oh dear, I meant to type “its” not “it’s…” *sheepish expression*
I can’t believe it’s finally getting published! I’m so excited for you. And I would LOVE to be one of the lucky winners!
i have been waiting for your book ever since i read about it last summerish (somewhere around then) on the blog legallyvegan.blogspot.com! i didn’t realize you had a blog back then, but the test recipes looked DELICIOUS!
I would love your cookbook (not just because I love your blog) but because I am a vegan who cooks for a husband who is allergic to all things gluten and a son who can’t have refined sugar. Your cookbook would help us out a lot.
I love to bake (and cook) and your recipes always look delicious!
Hi Ricki! I love the recipes you post on your blog and am interested in jumping into the world of less wheat and sugar. I’m sure your beautiful cookbook would go a long way towards teaching me what I need to know. Congratulations on the publication and thanks for the giveaway!
Congratulations! I can hardly wait to cook from your book.
p.s. I recently discovered your blog and have been enjoying your recipes! The Farmer’s Cheesecake is next on my list to make…
Well, what can I say except, “PLEASE PLEASE PICK ME!” Okay, I’ve regained my self-composure (deep breathing). I enjoy trying your recipes as soon as they are posted. We (my family and I) love desserts! I am always looking for new ways to prepare great desserts with out using wheat. And I love trying new grains and discovering new flavor/taste and texture sensations. I look forward to your new cookbook!
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I would love a copy of this book– as a vegetarian trying to cook mostly vegan, desserts are always welcome. I especially like yours, because somehow they manage to pack more nutrition than the basic white flour/white sugar versions, but still look amazing. I’ll definitely be trying to make one, or at least linking to my blog: http://stuffbyclea.wordpress.com/2009/05/01/sew-much-for-that/. I never win anything, but fingers are crossed for this time!
Wow very generous of you to give away so many copies of the book! =)
Did I mention that I love your new header with a picture of your dogs in the middle?
I can’t wait to check out this book as I’m finishing up my third week of no-flour, no-processed sugar, no-dairy diet. The only issue is that I am having problems with all refined flours so I may have to wait for this to come out in stores to preview the recipes first. I’m ok with large grains though (oats, rice, popcorn, etc.) strange right? Or if you happen to see this post, could you let me know if a large percentage of recipes contain refined flours?
I’d love this book because I love your recipes. I am trying to reduce sugar in my diet. Thanks! Good luck!
Sweet! I’d LOVE a copy of the ebook (trying to save paper here
so I can review it and tell the world about it! Good answer? I could also use some non-sugary sweets around here.
Will definitely blog about it and post it on GDF.
Congratulations Ricki!
who doesn’t want more delicious vegan desserts to try out? college is finally winding down and ending for the year and what better way to use all my new found free time than baking
Wow, cool! I’d love to have a copy of the book, because your recipes are great. And I love trying new recipes!
Oh I have so been looking forward to this. I can’t wait to find some recipes that I don’t have to alter in order to make healthy.
because it looks like i will finally have some useful recipes thanks for the giveaway
I would LOVE to win a copy of the book! As a relatively new vegan, I am trying to build a cookbook library.
Congrats! I’d like to win the book because I have a ton of friends at college that I’m always trying to convince that veganism is an easy and enjoyable lifestyle. The more desserts I make for them, the better!
This is so generous of you! <3 I’d love the book because hey, it’s delicious vegan desserts (!!) but also because I want to prove to my friends that vegan desserts can be decadent and delicious
I love cooking and learning techniques from others no matter how old I am- love learning and trying new recipes
It’s hard to find vegan and wheat free. Very exciting.
Amazing give-away! And congratulations on your book- it’s inspirational
I’d love to win a copy of this so I could gift it to a friend of mine who recently discovered she has about a million food allergies! She’s a totally sweet lady and deserves a goodie every now and then!
Congratulations Ricki! I can’t wait to get a copy, whether I win one or not. I’m always looking for help with my vegan baking skills, and I know you’re the one to show me the way. Thanks for the giveaway!
ah how exciting!!!! can’t wait to get my hands on it
Congrats on your book! That is wonderful, I am so excited for you. I can’t wait to see it!
Congrats!! So exciting. I’d love a copy of the book because I’m dessert-challenged and could use some great recipes.
I would love this book because it’s a vegan cookbook annnnd I love the person who made the recipes…YOU! =)
Oh, this book sounds like a dream. I am better at cooking healthy than baking or coming up with desserts and you know I LOVED your sweet potato filling for my chocolate cake! I posted about this on my blog http://www.findyourbalancehealth.com/2009/05/coq10-you-wont-want-to-smear-on-your-face
Sign me up to win one of those suckers! And big congrats!
I would like this because my friends little girl is allergic to EVERYTHING! She is only 6 and can’t eat all the good stuff the other kids eat! We would love to give this to her mom so she can enjoy some good stuff! Thanks!
It’s so great to read that you’re happy with the final product! There are so many steps and so many people involved in publishing a book that it’s easy for the end product to turn out not quite like we imagined it in the first place – so yay for you being happy with the book!
I’d love to have a copy of it because I really enjoy vegan baking. I love it for many reasons, but this one is very important to me: my nephew is allergic to all bovine proteins (i.e. no dairy, beef or veal for him) and to eggs, and I’ve taken lately to baking vegan desserts to bring whenever we have a family party, so that we can all enjoy the same cake. I’ll never forget how happy he was the first time I told him he didn’t have to eat something different for dessert, because he could eat the same thing we were all having – that’s priceless! Your book would help me vary the treats for us all, with a special thought for him.
I am really looking forward to the recipes in your book. I will love to link your book and blog to mine. We are a family of 11 that for the most part try to eat a vegan diet….teenagers revolt hangout “Jack-in-the-Box”….I enjoy reading your blog and using your posted recipes too. Thank you for all your hard work and put me in the drawing
Mindi
Congratulations! I would like the book so I can read the recipes, imagine making them and not gain a pound:)
Congratulations, Ricky! I’ve been lurking now on your blog for over a year, and this is the first time I’ve come out of my shell to leave a comment.
I would love a copy of your book because your recipes have impressed me (and my guests) time and time again. I’ve never, ever been disappointed. I’m a pretty disciplined healthy eater who rarely indulges in desserts. It would be fabulous to have some options for treats I can feel good about eating!
Wonderful news! I just love your recipes. They really challenge me to get creative with ingredients and think about foods (especially desserts) in a whole new way. I’d love to have the book to help me with my experimenting!
HI Ricki, congratulations! that is so exciting for you, and everyone else eager to buy the book and try the beautiful recipes! I’d loove to win a copy. I cook and eat much like you, although when I try to make alternative wheat and dairy free dessert they often don’t work that great! so I really want to try out your recipes.. and impress people who think I only eat boring non tasty food and desserts! ahah
P.S- I have been so busy lately I havn’t had time to remake those almond pancakes, but as soon as I do I will let you know how they go
Ooh, if I had an extra copy, I could keep one pristine and bake from the other one! I’m so excited for the moment when I have time for a Sweet Freedom bake-fest…oh, the delicious things I will bake!
love your blog. can’t imagine why I wouldn’t love your cookbook as well!
Well, why would i love this book? Because I’m proud that you’ve done it, as someone I look up to, as a fellow Canadian/Ontarioan, and as a veg*n. Also, because currently I at a diet that avoids all three of those things (wheat, dairy, and refined sugar).. a cookbook informing me how to have some dessert despite would be absolutely lovely to have.
Congratulations, and I look forward to seeing your book!
I LOVE the blog and can’t wait for your cookbook! I’ve been vegan for many years and I’ve been realizing more and more lately that refined sugar and wheat flours just do not work for me. Thanks for the recipes you have shared already and good luck with the book release…
ME!!! Enter me!!! I have been waiting for this book since I saw those cheesecake brownies….yummmmm. I will make them first, undoubtedly.
I’d love a copy of this, too! Happy for you that it’s getting published!
Have fun at your reunion, Ricki! Congrats again on the release of your cookbook…it is going to be a hit!
Courtney
So many reasons I’d love this book. Mostly because I love your recipes and food philoshophy. And it fits with a lot of my restrictions!
Hi Ricki,
Congratulations on your new book. I am always looking for natural whole foods desserts so your book sounds like a perfect match.
Thanks for the giveaway,
tamar at meser dot net
Congrats on the cookbook!!! My boyfriend self published his novel through Trafford and he has had a very good experience with them. I hope you do as well!! Your recipes are amazing so I’m super excited about your book!! I’m weird about buying things online, so I think I will bug my nearby Borders to get some of your books in!
congrads on getting your book finalized and published! i would love a copy because all of your recipes that i’ve treid have been phenominal!
Yay! How superbly and wonderfully exciting!!!!
And of course, I’d be crazy not to want to win a copy of your book of awesomeness for the sole reason that I am an absolute dessert fiend
Ohhhhh… I’m SO EXCITED your book is finely coming out!! I’ve been reading your blog for a few months now and have made quite a few of your recipes. It’s about time a book like this came out!
I’d love a copy because sometimes on the blog you mention a recipe that’s “in the book.” I’ve been waiting for the book to come out so I can try those recipes as well – I know you kept the best for the book!
I’d love a copy of this book because you seemed to have included quite a few gluten-free recipes. I’ve been experimenting with gluten-free baking since I was diagnosed with an intolerance a few months ago, but I haven’t made any good dessert baked goods yet (only muffins and quick breads.)
Ricki~ I would love to receive a free copy of your cookbook. I am transitioning into a vegan lifestyle while experimenting with baking and I can use all the help I can get! I love to test out recipes on my unsuspecting, un-vegan coworkers, but I like to keep the recipes healthy so that I can enjoy them guilt-free. What’s the fun of cooking if you can’t eat it??
oooooooooooooh! i’d love a copy of your cookbook, Ricki! i’ll keep my fingers crossed that i’m a lucky winner, and if i’m not it’s all good ’cause i’m gonna be getting your cookbook on may 15th! either way i win! wahooooooooooo!
Wow that sounds like you are making great progress – can’t wait to see the book – would love to win a copy – and will post about book on my blog – but if I don’t win then I will be sure to buy one – how can the recipes not be tempting, delicious and interesting – after all I have enjoyed a lot of recipes from your blog so this is a tried and tested comment!
And hope you enjoy your weekend away
Your book sounds great! I really need new good recipes to keep my husband and son healthy but not deprived. Thanks.
Congrats to you on this endeavor! I’ve only recently found your blog and have really loved your writing style as well as your recipes. I’m so happy for you that you’ve made your cookbook come to life. I’m really excited about desserts that employ “real” ingredients and can be healthy, as I can’t cut out desserts from my life! But you’re helping to make them more nutritious. Thanks for all you do.
Your book sounds really great. I think making more natural deserts is a great idea, and it’s something that I would like to try, especially since a dear friend of mine has celiac disease.
ME ME ME!!! I totally want a copy! I suck with making desserts and the more help I get the better…plus the ones you post here always look so darn yummy!
That said, I’m totally gunna make one to get myself a second entry…I just have to pick…
It must be a great accomplishment to have your own cookbook of delectable vegan recipes! I have such a sweet tooth and I love baking cookies and bars. Haven’t found much ‘cheesecakes’, pies, or candy recipes to try out, so I think your new cookbook would be great to whip up some delicious vegan treats!
YAY!!!! I am getting the book sooner than I hoped! I love your recipes, I tried a lot of your dessert recipes and some others. We have dairy and possible egg allergy in our family, so I am challenged to make egg and dairy free desserts. You are making my job A LOT easier and delicious. If I happen to win the copy, I will be beyond happy. If not, I am getting it either way, I just hope it doesn’t take to much time to reach me in France.
I am frequently sending your link to my friends and posting your link, when people are asking about good eating and allergy issues.
Congratulations again!
Oh wow – congratulations on getting your book out there – I can’t wait to see it.
I would love to win a copy because I have a few friends who are unable to eat gluten or sugar and I have also realised that too much gluten also disagrees with me – the recipes that I have already tried of yours are wonderful and I can’t wait to discover more!!
Once again, congratulations, I will also be linking to this comp on my blog at ladyvegan.blogspot.com
Have a great weekend at your reunion.
xG
hi, it’s my first time here and I can’t believe I’ve been missing all these fabulous recipes!!! So glad I found it!
just want to let you know that the link to the publisher doesn’t work!
http://summer2009getfit.blogspot.com/2009/05/ack-3-days-without-posting-really.html
+2 entries.
I would love a copy of this book because I love the idea of dessert that is wheat and dairy free! Thank you for writing it!
I’d love a copy of your cookbook– I’m vegan, plus I’m constantly looking for gluten-free and refined-sugar free treats, since I have a sweet-tooth and like to bake for my friends with celiac
So far, all the recipes I’ve tried from your blog are fantastic, thanks
Your book is coming even sooner than I had hoped! Wonderful! I’m so excited! Usually when I make vegan sweets, I always substitute with natural sweeteners and whole grains… but with your recipes, I never have to substitute anything! Thank you for that.
I would love to own this book just because it looks amazing, but also for my mom and sis who are allergic to dairy. I love baking for my family and baking your recipes has always been a fun, enjoyable experience. I can’t imagine what I’d do if I had over 100 of your recipes all in one book!
I have recently been following your blog and love it so much! I am a poor college student so a free copy of the cook book would be amazing! I was salivating over the pics on your sweet freedom website and am so excited to see the recipes. I follow clean eating so your recipes are all perfect for me!
Hi Ricki, Congratulations on your book! It must feel great to have it published. I can’t wait to dive right into it! I just saw your crispy root vegetable fries recipe using almond butter as a ‘crust’ . . ingenious! I’m going to try that one out tonight with a cauliflower that’s been sitting in my fridge for a while . . all the best!
Awesome!!!! A dessert book-and no refined sugar!!I mostly use jaggery in my Indian desserts.I’m intrigued and curious
Have already linked it in my post “Quinoa Upma”!
Because I love sweet food but hate refined grains!!
I would love to win this cookbook because it’s not often I find a cookbook that has recipes in it I can actually EAT!! Yippy
Ricki,
I’m so excited for the release of your book. After tasting the amazing treats you prepared from your recipes everyone in my office has been counting down the days until your book is available.
Do you have a local launch event planned?
Like you, I’ve been on a more restrictive diet than usual lately, but I’m finished in time for the release of your book. How delightful!
YES! I’m so pumped! Congratulations!
Congratulations on the book!! I’ve been following your blog for quite some time now and would love to bake some of the things that you’ve been mentioning here because everything just looks amazing
Congratulations on the publishing date! Why would I like a copy of the book you ask? Because I can’t eat dairy, soy, eggs, sugar or gluten and it’s so much better to have a starting point so you don’t have to change three quarters of the ingredients and then end up gagging and throwing out all those expensive ingredients. Also, as I have Chronic Fatigue cooking is a huge deal for me so I want to know beforehand that the end result will be worth the effort. You’re recipes seem to have most of those bases covered. Thanks Ricki.
Hi again,
I’m SO psyched!!!
I just posted about your incredible giveaway…
Hi Ricki – just linked your giveaway on our blog post. Thanks again!
I want to get some good recipes for my Mom. She has high cholesterol from her diet.
Congratulations on getting this to print!
I am going to save up to buy a copy.. (If I don’t win one!).. vegan cookbooks are awesome. Vegan cookbooks written by fellow blog people are even better in my opinion!
congratulations on printing this book! i’d love to see the photos and recipes in there
The fruit tart looks fabulous – congrats on your exciting news!
Reasons Why I’d Love to Get a Copy of Your Book!
1) So I can try out the recipes and promote others to support you!
2) Because it is rare that I find recipes that are free of wheat, refined sugars, and dairy
3) Mmmmm more baking projects!
4) Who doesn’t like winning? =)
I have been looking forward to this book for so long! I’m looking forward to be able to cook recipes for my mother and I, as we’re both lactose intolerant and she’s gluten sensitive. I personally try to avoid refined sugar as well to make sure my candida levels don’t get out of whack since I’m positively addicted to sweets. In short… this book wins on all accounts!
I am definitely interested in this as I am trying to incorporate more wheat and sugar recipes into my vegan diet.
I’d love to try out the recipes in your book! I’m always looking for new ideas….especially when they are healthy and when “normal” eaters will not even know the difference! It’s nice when I can share since I’m gluten free/dairy free. Thanks!
Put simply: I love desserts and any way I can avoid extra refined sugar and still have dessert sounds wonderful to me!
This book sounds wonderful! I am constantly trying to find recipes without refined sugars, and it’s actually pretty hard work. I’d love to win this
Well, who wouldn’t want it? Of course I’d love to have a copy of your book so I can have all those yummy-looking recipes at my fingertips. I linked to you on my latest post about tempeh salad. http://cookeasyvegan.blogspot.com/
Congratulations on publishing your book! I’d like to win a copy because I need to get away from wheat, eggs, dairy and refined sugar – I just can’t seem to find a way to do so.
CONGRATULATIONS!
as a college undergrad, the recipes in the book would be invaluable when i have a hankering for wholesome sweets – and i won’t have to trek to the chicago diner quite as often. plus, the gorgeous photos are swoon-worthy. j and i look forward to purchasing the e-copy!
my asian genes have blessed me with lactose intolerance!
How exciting! I would love a copy of this – I’m a regular reader and am such a fan of your recipes. I’m a total cookbook hoarder as well. I can never get enough!
I would LOVE this book! I just recently made the transition from being vegetarian to vegan, and this would help so much! I’ve had a hard time finding dessert recipes that look really good – good enough to impress my family & friends who are skeptical of veganism.
I’m sure it’s unethical to enter another give-away of yours, but hotdamn! I’d love to have that cookbook! Your recipes are always so fabulous, why wouldn’t I want a book of yours in my kitchen?
I’ll certainly be ordering a copy! I just love your recipes. They always turn out perfectly! I’m so happy the book is finally ready!
I tried to leave a comment but it didn’t appear, so I’m trying again. Sorry if I end up with two! Naturally, I’d want a copy of your book so I can have all those beautiful recipes at my fingertips. I’ve linked to this contest on my latest post. Hope you’ve had a fab time at the reunion.
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ricki!!! I will totally mention you on the blog asap, when things die down. I cannot wait for this and am looking forward to holding a copy of your book in my hands. <3