Simply delicious bakes for every day of the year. 'I'm so excited about this beautiful book. Delicious, cozy recipes that are pure comfort on a plate' Fearne Cotton Secondary school teacher and pub landlord's daughter Candice Brown stole the show with her amazing bakes and weekly lipstick change in The Great British Bake Off tent of 2016. This year the Sunday Times columnist will be bringing out her first cookbook - all about home comforts. These are the recipes Candice learned to bake from her nan and mum, recipes close to her heart, that should be served up as a big generous slice - and preferably on a vintage plate if you have one. Candice's recipes are easy to make, no nonsense and hearty. She has a recipe up her sleeve for every occasion - for baking with kids, birthday parties for all ages, Christmas, afternoon tea, quick savoury bakes for weeknights and fancier recipes for weekends.

When my husband and I brought AJ home a few years back we had no idea that he or the African Grey parrot was so intelligent, talkative, personable and adaptable. He has so many human characteristics that I had to capture some of his antics in writing. I decided to write a series of books about AJ the African Grey. This is the first book in the series. Book#2 AJ the African Grey, First Flight will be released in first quarter 2010.

'Amazing recipes that spread joy.' - Giovanna Fletcher 'The perfect combination of delicious recipes and mindful food. A must-read and a must-eat!' - Frankie Bridge 'A magical reminder of how wonderful food can be.' - Tom Kerridge Feel-good food for grey and busy days The kitchen has always been my happy place - it's the only place I feel completely at ease. Cooking has got me through some proper tough times! It also helps me slow down, take a breath and take stock. These recipes are all dishes that make me smile - they give me joy and I want to share that joy with you. From my go-to Chicken Nuggets and Brown Butter Macaroni Cheese to my Cinnamon Pastry Twists, you'll find all my everyday favs here. I've included quick meals for those days when you just can't think about what to cook, and my 'therapy' recipes that are good for distracting a worried mind - at least for a while. Take care of yourself. Love, Candice x