Spooky season is here! It’s the perfect time to get into the Halloween spirit and whip up something delicious with a ghoulish twist. Whether you’re planning a spooky soirée, hosting a Halloween party, or simply want to have a little fun in the kitchen, the right Halloween cookbook can make your celebration extra special. I’ve rounded up 11 of the best Halloween cookbooks filled with creepy, creative, and downright delicious recipes. From spooky sweets and festive treats to frightfully fun meals, these cookbooks are sure to inspire you to get cooking this Halloween. So, grab your favorite Halloween apron, turn on the spooky tunes, and get ready to cook up some deliciously spooky…

The holiday season is all about anticipation—the twinkling lights, festive traditions, and, of course, counting down the days until Christmas. But why should the kids have all the fun? This year, make your Advent countdown delicious with one of these 100 Food and Drink Advent Calendars! I’ve rounded up the ones that will turn the days leading up to Christmas into a tasty little surprise. From chocolate and candy to cookies, snacks, baking treats, coffee, tea, and even something a little stronger, there’s a calendar for just about every kind of food and drink lover. Whether you’re looking for a fun way to treat yourself, a unique gift for someone on your Christmas…

Football season is here! That means it’s time to gather your family and friends, cheer for your favorite team, and, of course, enjoy some seriously delicious food.  Whether you’re hosting a big watch party, bringing something to a tailgate, or simply settling in at home for the afternoon, figuring out what to feed everyone can sometimes feel overwhelming. From dips and appetizers to wings, BBQ, sandwiches, snacks, and desserts, there are so many options to choose from. But don’t worry…I’ve got you covered! Instead of spending hours searching online to find the perfect recipes, why not turn to a cookbook?  I’ve rounded up 15 cookbooks that are perfect for football season, packed with…

Happy Fall, cookbook lovers! I am so excited to share this year’s lineup of new fall cookbooks with you. And, as you can probably imagine, narrowing down my favorites was no easy task. Especially since there are more than 500 new cookbooks being released this fall and there are so many tempting titles to choose from! I spent plenty of time checking out these upcoming releases and narrowing the list down to the books I think are truly worth adding to your shelf. From cozy fall baking and comforting classics to fresh takes on everyday cooking, there’s something here for every kind of home cook.  Fall Into Flavor: 55 Cookbooks to Buy This…

I can hardly believe it—Kitchen Lit is officially 5 years old! What started as a little corner of the internet to share my love of cookbooks has grown into such a vibrant community, and I’m so grateful to have all of you here to celebrate with me. Over the past year, my cookbook collection has expanded in a big way. I’m now the proud owner of 235 cookbooks (a mix of physical and digital), and I know that number will only keep growing in the year ahead. Especially since there are over 1400 new cookbooks releasing in 2025 – check them out here! Every single book brings new inspiration, and I love discovering…

I can’t believe it’s already been 4 years since I started Kitchen Lit. Time flies when you’re immersed in a world of culinary adventures, and it’s been an absolute joy sharing my love for cookbooks with all of you. What began as a simple blog has blossomed into a thriving community of fellow food enthusiasts, and I couldn’t be more grateful for your support. My cookbook collection has been growing steadily since the fire destroyed my old ones! I now have 94 physical cookbooks and 71 digital ones, making a grand total of 165 cookbooks. Each book is a treasure trove of recipes, stories, and culinary wisdom. From classic titles to the latest…

Why do I blog? I think a lot about what drew me to start Kitchen Lit and it boils down to a few moments over the many years that changed my course in life. You never know what moments are going to turn your life in a new direction, but don’t be afraid to take a leap as it may be what you were missing all along. My culinary adventures over my life lead me to create Kitchen Lit and I am so glad I did.  As a little kid I grew up baking with both my Nana and my Mom normally making chocolate chip cookies, snicerkdoodles or chocolate fudge. Some of my…

Wow! Three years goes by much faster than you think. I had no idea how much I would love writing my blog sharing about my love of cookbooks, cooking classes, cooking and baking.  I’m still working on replacing all of the cookbooks I lost in the fire – but I have definitely made some headway. Right now I have 40 physical cookbooks and 54 digital cookbooks. Plus I have a ton on my wish list and it keeps growing! I love having the digital cookbooks in the Kindle app on my iPad and iPhone as they are always with me, makes it so easy to pull up the ingredients for a recipe if…

I can’t believe it’s been 2 years since I started Kitchen Lit. It’s been such a bright spot in my life being able to share my love of cookbooks, cooking and baking with all of you.  Last year was a little rough in recovering from the fire and the loss of all my cookbooks. I’ve been slowly rebuilding my cookbook collection. Now I have 27 physical cookbooks and 39 digital cookbooks. I’ve always enjoyed reading digital fiction books but never thought I would like digital cookbooks but I am really starting to love them, especially since they are easy to travel with. (I love to check out ebook deals on Early Bird Books…

One year ago today I officially launched Kitchen Lit. I have loved bringing my cookbook reviews to all of you. 2020 sure wasn’t the year any of us planned but I am so thankful that I had my blog to help inspire others to find their favorite cookbooks.  Thank You! First off I want to thank all of you that have been reading my blog, even if you have only read one post I appreciate all of you. I love reading your comments, seeing your likes on the blog, Instagram and Facebook.  My heart is so full from all of the love you have shown me over the last year. I hope you…