What others are saying
“...charming book filled with cookie-lover stories and recipes.”
—Anne Marie B. Haase, American Cake Decorating“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, Austin Monthly Magazine“Co-authored with Kathy Sutton, Cookie Stories (Falling Star Press, $14.95) is a 140-page softbound book that includes 20 recipes — many of them Penny’s jewels – and 20 real-life tales of cookie love and comfort from contributors.”
—Kiddy Crider, Austin American Statesman“Grab a cookie, pour yourself a glass of milk, and settle into your favorite chair with this heart-warming read.”
—Lisa Starr, Mocha Moms“This is the most used cookie book in my baking collection.”
—Amazon.com book review“If you are a reader of recipe books, like I am, you will find this Cookie Stories hard to put down. The stories are short, inspiring, and funny. The cookie recipes sound wonderful, many shared by Penny, the author, of Penny’s Pastries. Imagine... Chocolate Chip Indulgence, Peanut Butter Obsession, All-American Brownies, Oatmeal Fudge Bars — Yummm!”
—Irene Watson, Author, The Sitting Swing“As an avid reader and collector of cookbooks, this heart warming book/cookbook covers all the bases. The stories are so vivid and real. We’ve all been there! I found myself laughing out loud at some of the stories and being touch and warmed by others.”
—Amazon.com book review“This book is fun! The recipes are great and the ‘life stories’ add charm. Each chapter (Romance, Passion, Family, Sharing, and Holidays) features cookie recipes, plus real-life stories and memories from a variety of people about the ‘cookie moments’ in their lives.”
—Amazon.com book review