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: 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).
- 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 directly from me (Toronto area only–sorry!)
- You can order a book directly through me, payable through PayPal. Just click on the book icon at the top left of this page and follow instructions. There’s also a discount for anyone who buys more than one book at a time. (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).
Oh, I am so excited for this book! I linked to the giveaway here (where I also blog about your almond-crusted sweet potato fries!)
This sounds fantastic. I have some problems with refined flours and sugars so this will be just the cookbook for my sister and I to experiment with! I’m sooo excited.
Congratulations on getting your book published.
I am a vegetarian and am enjoying discovering the world of western desserts. However I would definitely love it if I could have vegetarian versions of most of them as we are not very fond of eggs even though we eat them. And your book would be a good way to do that, I think.
Thanks for this opportunity.
Congratulations!!! I love your recipes!! I’m sure your book is lovely!
Oh please, pick me, pick me. I never win anything. Good luck on your book. I’m sure it will do very well!
This book would be perfect in our home. My husband, son and I all have celiac disease, we are all trying to avoid sugar as much as possible, and I have a dairy allergy to boot. To be able to enjoy a greater variety of desserts than just the two or three we’ve stumbled upon, or without having to pay out the nose for a mix from a specialty store, would be a dream come true.
I love your blog, and I know your book will be a great contribution to the ever-developing world of vegan cooking and baking!
Winning a copy of your book would truly be SWEET (in a healthy way)!!!
I have been looking forward to this for a long time!
I’d like a copy because wheat makes me sleepy, dairy gives me acne and sugar makes me crazy BUT, I love dessert!
About a year ago I was in great pain–diagnosed borderline lupus–changed my diet drastically and it’s helping. I could use more help like the recipes you offer. I’d love the book and linked you to my website
http://www.ChildCareReferralCenter.com.
Congrats! I’ll get a copy one way or another, but I’d sure love to win one! I’d love to have it as several of my coworkers are vegetarian/vegan and I’d love some more ideas of what I can make for them for treats!
I can’t wait to get a copy of your book! I think I will try to local bookstore order route first and go from there!
I am so excited about your book! My son, husband and I are all wheat, dairy and sugar free, and having your lush recipes will certainly help keep our menus interesting. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Congratulations on the release of your cookbook! I can’t wait to get a copy!
Just letting you know I’m showing you (and your giveaway) some love over at http://www.bokchoybohemia.com!
This cookbook looks great. Congratulations! I’m sending the link to my Mom, who would definitely love it.
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Alright! Finally a date! I’m super excited for the release. You’re recipes are so innovative (I suppose they have to be!)and creative! I have so much fun making them and even when some of the ingredients seem a bit out there- I know it’ll taste fantastic because all of your previous recipes turn out delicious! My favourite is the “bean there done that brownies”! Every time I bake a batch, I give some of it away along with your blog site. Most people can’t believe it’s GF. And so, I’ve had my eye on your upcoming cookbook for a while.
Congratulations on the upcoming release of your cookbook! I’ve been anxiously waiting for it. I was a big baker pre-gluten/dairy/egg allergies diagnosis, and just now starting to experiment baking with ingredients I can tolerate. I would LOVE a copy of your book!
Hi, Ricki! Congratulations- I am so thrilled for you!! Looking forward to surfing your new book.
I’ve been waiting for this for a long time. I love to bake. I’m vegan and my husband can’t have wheat, dairy, yeast or sugar.
This is awesome! I have been looking forward to this for some time now. I can’t wait to get my hands on the recipes
Can’t wait for it to come out. Never was much of a baker, then I had a son with food allergies! He’s reaching the age where all he wants are sweets! I’m struggling to find things for him. I have high hopes for this cookbook, and I think it will help my mom (Celiac Disease) and a couple of co-workers (food allergies). I tried copying you on the email I sent to them, but it came back undeliverable. I’ll try forwarding it to you to see if it works this time. (Is your email dietdessertdogs@gmail.com or dietdessertndogs@gmail.com? this is what you have in the post and it didn’t work for me “at dietdessertdogs AT gmail DOT com” I’m going to try inserting the “n” and see what happens)
Because I have sucha hard time with all these cooking techniwues and you’re just brilliant at them!
Can’t wait to see these recipes! They all look luscious!
Congratulations, what an accomplishment!!! I’m so excited for this book, the recipes look lovely!
my dad just found out hes allergic to wheat and dairy, and hes someone who always truly loves my cooking. A cookbook like yours would definitely put me on the right track of delicious cooking for him… and i always love to make desserts!!
Congrats on your new book! I’m vegan and find baking such a challenge as I also try to avoid refined sugar. Your book will sweeten our lives! Many thanks!
Congratulations. Your book looks great! I’ll pass the word to my friends.
I can’t Wait! I am so PUMPED to get your book and start baking sweet little rewards!!!
EXTREMELY ANXIOUS AND WAITING IN ANTICIPATION
YAYAYAYAYAYAYA!!!!!! you did it!
Congratulations on the book!
As to the why: It would make a nice present for an acquaintance who was recently diagnosed with celiac.
Congratulations! And of course I want a copy given my dairy/wheat intolerances.
I’d love this book, because first of all, I love you, Ricki! You always have the most wonderful recipes, and they’re always so creative both in their use of ingredients and flavors. I know I would get a lot out of this, and have been looking forward to the release for a long time. Congrats on making it happen, I’m so excited for you!
I am looking forward to getting a copy of your book. I have put a post on my blog! I hope that your cookbook is a wonderful success!
CONGRATS! I am so happy to see this and I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy of this book!
Hi Ricki – although I have already commented, I thought I would let you know I have mentioned your cookbook and cooked one of your lovely recipes – as I had planned to before this post but seeing it could win me a copy of the book am back to let you know it is at http://gggiraffe.blogspot.com/2009/05/rickis-tempting-truffles.html
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!
This is amazing, I live in Australia and am so excited to finally have a copy of your delicious desserts on hand to share with my friends and family!! CONGRATS and can’t wait!
Oh man, I have some competition!
I would love to have a proper vegan dessert book. I don’t right now, and there’s a hole in my collection. Also, my mom who is stoutly not vegan, and would love your creative and sophisticated recipes, and we could finally bake together again. She tends to regard everything I make with disdain, and I’d love to win her over with Sweet Freedom. Thanks Ricki!
My 8 yr old is severely allergic to milk and eggs, and he is very sensitive to sugar. I haven’t found a good book to meet all of these needs. I hope yours can help me. It looks terrific. Thanks, KF
I wish you success with this important, healthy cookbook! Your recipes are INCREDIBLE and the pictures are absolutely enticing.
Can’t wait to finally see the finished book and share it with all of my NO-SUGAR fans!
Congratulations!!
Winning this cookbook would be a dream come true for me. I have a long list of food allergies, dairy, eggs, wheat and sugar top the list. As an avid baker I’ve found it so frustrating trying and failing to make yummy desserts.
I’m going to link this post on my blog as I have friends in the same boat as me.
We would really love this cookbook in our house..as we are just starting to learn to cook dairy-free due to kids allergies!
Congratulatins Ricki! I know you’ve been working so hard on this. Although I’m sure I’ll buy a copy, I’d love to win one, the reason being that you’re awesome and your recipes are great! I’ve become interested in wheat-free baking after making desserts for a few gluten-intolerant people.
Congrats Ricky. You already know that I can’t wait for the book. I think I’d love it because I like your way of cooking and baking. I love how you use healthy ingredients and turn them into awesome creations.
OHHHHHHH! how fantastic! congratulations!
Your recipes so far have all been so delish!..I love your super healthy pinnaple zucchini cake thing, ohhh and the molten chocolate puddings ….heaven in my plate:)
Oh please pick me! I love your blog and was anxiously waiting for my name to be picked for your last few contests, but it wasn’t
So here i am trying it again. But no worries, I live in the GTA and will definitly order it from you even if i dont win. I’m a student in the holistic nutrition program with a passion for baking. your book is exactly what i’ve been looking for in a cookbook: healthy, sugar free, vegan desserts, it cant get any better than than!
Keep the recipes coming!!!
Oooohh pick me! Pick me! Though you should probably pick my friend Tricia since I learned about this through her blog.
Can’t wait to see the book.
I am sugar free, wheat free, and vegan – but my baking is abysmal. I would love this book so I can make some lovely, yummy desserts!
I’m so excited about the cookbook! All of your recipes are awesome, so what fun to have a whole BOOK of them! I even posted about it on my blog. =)
Congrats on publishing your wonderful book! I’m looking forward to it.
I’ve blogged about your giveaway here:
http://allergickid.blogspot.com/2009/05/earth-balance-giveaway.html
P.S. I’m giving away two sets of two coupons for free packages of Earth Balance.
Hi! Your books looks awesome! You should pick ME because I just found your blog and the book is released on my birthday!
CONGRATS ON YOUR BOOK!!!
Sorry about the link problem. There must be some issue with the software – it’s showing on my side but not publishing…anyway I added it manually – guess we just cut and paste. I really enjoy your recipes and look forward to purchasing a cookbook or 2..
Mindi
Wow, congrats on the upcoming book release!! You must be very excited. I can’t wait until May 15 and to see which photos you decided to include! Do you have a particularly favorite recipe in your book?
Am so glad I found your blog and can’t wait to start pulling down all your recipes. I’ve linked up to this on – I’m sure you’ll get tons of interest on your book. I know it will be a hit in my house since my husband’s allergic to eggs!
Congratulations! I’ve been lurking for ages.
As a vegan who was recently diagonosed with Celiac, I would LOVE this book. I miss baking and I’m really just starting to get excited about cooking again. I think Spring is responsible.
Ok, I know I already get a copy – I’m just finally catching up a little on blog reading and was so excited to see this!!! I’m so happy for you and you’re going to make so many people soooo happy with this book!
Woo hoo!!! It’s almost here!!! Am sooooooooo excited at the news! Yes, I wrote a blogpost which you can find here:
http://cackleberry.blogspot.com/2009/05/sweet-freedom.html
because I’d dearly love to win a signed copy. But if I don’t, I’ll be buying it anyhow. And a copy for each of my fiends, my sister, my mother…you get the idea!! Congrats!!!
Oh I am SOO excited for this book! as a vegan with a wheat allergy these kinds of books are rare!! Thank you!!1
I’m so excited about your book coming out! I’d love to get a signed copy, that would be thrilling! I am vegan and I experiment a lot with gluten-free recipes, as I have a few dear friends who can’t eat gluten or wheat. I love baking for them but have a bit of a hard time finding good cookbooks that fulfill both vegan and wheat-free diets. I’m excited to find yours!
Hello! I’m new to your blog but a friend of mine was one of your recipe testers and she seemed really enthusiastic about your cookbook! It looks pretty exciting and I’d love to win a copy
Hi Ricki – would love to get a book, I am trying to eat healthier. Plus my middle son just finished George Brown chef school and he needs to learn healthier alternatives.
Hey! I would love this book to help my mom cook more vegan meals for our family
It is very refreshing to see a cookbook with healthy options. I always bake with vegan butter, but I look forward to recipes with alternative sweeteners (those you suggest). I look forward to purchasing a copy! Congratulations on your sweet success!!!
Best,
Rachael Abrams (Vitali Azouz’s girlfriend)
p.s. i’d love feedback on my blog http://the-confectionist.blogspot.com
I’d love this book. I love choosing healthy options for myself and my family such as cutting out refined flours and sugar. Not only does it put my mind at ease, we feel so much better too.
I look forward to purchasing your cookbook! Healthy options are always a priority when it comes to cooking, baking and eating. Congratulations on your sweet success!
Best,
Rachael Abrams (Vitali Azouz’s girlfriend)
wow congratulations ricki! i really cannot wait to see your book and test the recipes. though i am a pastry chef, i have always been a healthy eater myself. i’ve also battled bouts of candida (so your approach was quite interesting to follow) and was recently diagnosed with celiac. needless to say, this book will be a welcome (and sure to be much worn) addition to my library!!
I can’t wait for your book to come out! Do you know how much it’ll be?
Whoops, dunno how I missed this post before, but I’d defnitely like to be in the running. Why? Because your food photos look so delicious, but let’s face it: It’s much more fun to actually EAT yummy-looking foods than just see them on a computer screen!!
Hi Ricki!
You know I am a huge fan of your recipes and photos and I cannot wait for this book!
I have a new blog called Healthy Green Kitchen (you can find it at http://www.blog.healthy-green-lifestyle.com
and I will post about your contest tomorrow…
Take care!
Winnie
I would love to get a copy of your book! I was so excited to find your website a year or so ago. I’ve tried a bunch of your recipes, and they’ve all been fantastic! I’m trying really hard to cut back on refined ingredients, so your website has been a godsend!
Hi Ricki – I put up a link to your giveaway on my blog and also e-mailed a couple friends (cc’d you). I just forgot to post here!!
I am always looking for recipes without eggs and refined sugar, so this sounds perfect! I would love to try them all out!
Wow! I am so impressed with what you have done. The recipes that I have tried (with some initial scepticism, I must confess) have all been successes and my kids are asking for more more more! I am in awe, really and can’t wait to get my hands on a copy. Hope you had a great time at your reunion… sounds scary. And keep on baking!
Is this real? I just found your blog and looked at the some of the recipes and amazing pictures. I have been gradually cutting sugar, wheat, and dairy out of my diet and was starting to resign myself to either A) the overpriced and often cardboard tasting baked goods that exclude these items or B) just not ever enjoying a lovely dessert again and C) not being able to bake many of my favorite recipes because I love to bake.
I am so excited about this book and would really love a copy so I can bake yummy things and share them with family and friends. Thank you for creating this!
I’d love this book because all the pictures make me drool like CRAZY!!!
There really isn’t a dessert book I could be more excited for… no white flour (or wheat flour, for that matter) being one of the top reasons, but you as a person, Ricki, are so deserving of the success I know it will have!
Hi Ricki!
You know I am a huge fan of your recipes and photos and I can’t wait for your book! If I don’t win a copy, I think I’ll buy two and think of a contest I can give one away for on my site!
I just today started a recipe blog as a subdomain of my site- you can see it at http://blog.healthy-green-lifestyle.com- I will post about your contest there tomorrow morning!
Take care,
Winnie
I am really excited about your cookbook! I have recently had a baby and began Body for Life for umpteenth time, but this time I am determined to do it! I really need recipes like you have published to help me get through this lifestyle. I am ready to adapt a healthier way of eating! I have recently lost 45 pounds, and my diet needs some pepping up! I also learned about your blog, and will link you to mine, from Janetha’s blog http://mealsandmoves.wordpress.com ! Congrats on your publishing and I hope to hear from you as a winner! YAY!
My blog link is http://biggestloserblogger.com
Hi Everyone,
Thank you all for so much for entering the contest–it’s so great to see that so many of you are commenting who’ve never commented before! Hope you’ll continue to do so after the giveaway has ended.
Ashley,
Thanks! It did take some time to choose.
jaime,
Some of the recipes use light spelt (somewhat refined), but you can sub whole spelt in any case. Just be aware that whole spelt is a bit heavier and has a more nutty flavor.
Alisa,
Great answer! Thanks so much.
Michelle,
Thanks so much for blogging about the truffle filling! And good luck on the giveaway.
Andrea,
Thanks so much! I think the mail system is pretty good to France. . . and if you happen to win an electronic copy, well, you’ll get it immediately!
coco,
Thanks! It’s fixed now.
VeganLisa,
Thanks so much! I’m glad everyone enjoyed the treats. I’m hoping to do something at the Veg Food Fair in September. . . I’ll be at a recipe demo, and will have lots of books on hand!
Jes,
NEVER unethical to enter a giveaway!
Misao,
And thanks for passing along the blog info!
Thanks so much! I’m thrilled the brownies are such a hit. The recipe in the book will be slightly altered–for the better, I think!
Ami,
Yes, that’s the correct email (dietdessertdogsATgmailDOTcom). Could it be a server issue?
irene,
Yes, definitely let me know if you’d like the book–I can save you the shipping costs in the GTA.
nico,
I couldn’t pick a favorite, but could probably narrow it down to five or so. The blondies are definitely up there, as are the chocolate mint chocolate chip cookies; and one of my all-time favorites is the GF, sugar-free, soy-free chocolate buttercream frosting. Hmmm. . . maybe more than five!
Ashley Cameron,
The retail price is set at $27.95. The e-book will be substantially less.
Winnie,
Thanks so much for the very supportive comments! And I’d love to see a Sweet Freedom giveaway on your site–will email you directly.
Hi Ricki,
just discovered your website a couple of months ago and loving it longtime!! i am a canadian living in london england and have recently been switched onto a vegan diet. also recently started a strict dairy free diet (because of allergy) and cane sugar free diet (i’m very sensitive to it), i’ve had a difficult time finding yummy and healthy recipes that encompass all your new book does. if the ingredients are yummy & varied, one doesn’t feel deprived if on a restricted diet. your new book sounds very promising esp. since i love the recipes and the approach you have on your blog– your approach of using seasonal whole foods and making cooking a wonderful generous and celebratory thing!!! your book is sure to be a hit because there doesn’t seem to be anything like it on the market.
i’d like to enter the contest for a free copy. all the best!!!
ro
Mmmmmmm I would love to win one because I don’t eat eggs,dairy or refined sugars. All those sweets you baked for your reunion look AMAZING!
Hi Ricki,
Please enter me in the drawing for a copy of your cookbook. I love the creativity of your recipes that I have already tried (esp. Spicey Pumpkin Hummus) and there are sweet potatoes and almond butter on the counter for tomorrows ‘fries’. A whole book of your recipes would make my day!
All of your dessert photos look fabulously delicious! I’m vegetarian, my sister-in-law can’t eat wheat and my brother can’t eat dairy. I think your book may be the answer to family treat dilemmas.
I’d love to try out the recipes in this new cookbook! On of my best friends does not eat gluten and it has made big difference in her life!
I just found out I have some insulin resistance issues, and I’m trying to get refined sugar out of my diet. I love baking, though!
OOh, I’d love to get this book! I’m trying to cut as much refined sugar out of my diet, so this would be wonderful! I’m going to check out your recipes too
Hi, I would love to win this book. I am newly trying to cut out wheat and need all the help I can get!
I also added it to my blog, http://crazyveganmom.blogspot.com/2009/05/fellow-vegan-cookbook-giveaway.html
I included a picture of the cookbook, if that’s not ok, let me know and I will remove it.
thanks,
Crazy Vegan Mom
I love sweets and baking. They are a major downfall as far as my waistline is concerned! Your book seems to be a perfect solution.
I’ve recently started running, and after losing 40 pounds so far (since August) I really need to have some healthy sweet options. From what I’ve seen (and heard!) everything looks fantastic.
I am so excited to see your book!!!! I have a passion for baking and have really been struggling to find good recipes that use wholesome ingredients and no refined sugar. As a result, I have just been depriving myself of sweet treats and it is really a very sad existence! I hope I am one of the lucky few to get a free copy of the book to jump start my new lease on a sweet life!
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I’m interested to see what this book has to offer, because I want to venture into baking, and being aware of what ingredients you use is important. So, I think this book would be great!
This is so generous of you. My brother-in-law is celiac and it’s always hard for me to make him good, tasty desserts. With this book I could. Good luck on the release of your cookbook.
One of my very best friends in the whole world is a celiac and allergic to dairy (as am I) we’re planning on moving out together in the near future, and as the one who can cook I’ve been designated the official teacher of cookery and cooker of edible food. To have this book would be fantastic and a wonderful help for the both of us, who have no idea where to start cooking wise for our needs, but have a sweet tooth like you couldn’t imagine!
Thanks!!
We are recently trying a g-free diet in hopes it will help with our sons autism… It’s hard to find good dessert recipes because everytime I think I find one I realize it has one or two ingredients that are no-nos.. Your recipes look great and having them in a book all together even better..
Thanks for the giveaway. I’d love to win it because I can’t really afford to buy it being a student thought I love to cook and especially bake. Thanks again!