A celebration of life (and cookies)

152 pages paperback, 10x7 inches
Includes 20 recipes
ISBN 0-9769026-0-5

“Grab a cookie, pour yourself a glass of milk, and settle into your favorite chair with this heart-warming read.”

—Lisa Starr, Mocha Moms

Packed with dozens of real-life stories and anecdotes, this casually presented and thoroughly entertaining volume takes you on a memorable journey thanks to the efforts of our two cookie-loving coauthors, who made contacts across the country to bring you the funniest, most heart-warming cookie stories ever. Written in a light-hearted and conversational style, the stories of friendships made, adventures experienced, and love of family celebrated are focused through the lens of the universally loved cookie.

Cookie Stories is at once funny, tender, and captivating. Match your feelings with one of the great recipes taken from the popular kitchens of Penny’s Pastries (featured on The Food Network) and you are on your way to creating impressive memories of your own. Along with some time-tested bakers’ secrets, you’ll discover how to create romantic cookies—decadent delights brimming with chocolates, mysterious spices, and sensual textures—as well as family favorites ready to share at your next potluck or backyard barbecue.

Like a big batch of chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven, Cookie Stories is sweet, familiar, and always satisfying.

“The world of Penny McConnell is built of cookies, brownies, and other sweet treats. Her love of food—specifically, cookies—is trumped only by her fondness for good company to share it with.”

—Ken Rubin, culinary educator and writer