We’re delighted to share some very good news with you: our own Colleen Patrick-Goudreau’s first book has been released. The Joy of Vegan Baking: Compassionate Cooks’ Traditional Treats and Sinful Sweets, according to the publisher, "puts to rest the myth that vegan baking is an inferior alternative to non-vegan baking, putting it in its rightful place as a legitimate contender in the baking arena." As Green Options readers might expect, Joy is more than a cookbook: Colleen adds "tidbits, food lore, and baking tips" to a wide range of recipes.

If you’d like to get a sneak preview of the book, check out its website, where you’ll find a table of contents, a plethora of great reviews, and even some sample recipes (including chocolate cake — woo hoo!). Colleen will be on the road over the next few months promoting the book, so also check out the list of events to see if there’s one near you.

Congratulations, Colleen! We’ll be expecting that batch of vegan brownies in the mail any day now…