Happy Herbivore

Writing a cookbook is a lot of work -- more than I ever imagined, and it doesn't pay well. Be on board with that. For me, writing my cookbook was never about the money (or lack thereof), it was always about putting an idea out there and proving that healthy, fat-free vegan food is delicious. I can't speak for my publisher, but I imagine having a blog for three years, successful past e-cookbook sales and a strong Internet presence helped me get my deal. I also can't discount that I'm putting something totally different out there. My cookbook (fat-free / low fat vegan) will be the first of it's kind and that's what publishers are looking for -- something with an "edge." I feel incredibly lucky and know it was a million in one shot. All aspiring writers should read/look through A Guide to Literary Agents.