I think you all know by now that I have a slight obsession with cookbooks.  My husband and I laugh sometimes that cookbooks are to me what shoes were to Carrie Bradshaw, and that our home is slowly but surely being invaded by cookbooks. My collection rivals the Barnes and Noble cookbook section. While I read many books online now, there is something about flipping through the pages of a cookbook that I’ll never tire of. Even though a lot of publishers send books my way, one of the things I love to do is to nestle myself up in a book store and scout out the hidden gems that come out every now and then.

While in B & N this past weekend, I found Sweet Confections by Nina Wanat of the BonBonBar.  I instantly fell in love with the photography {by Diane Cu and Todd Porter of The White on Rice Couple} and styling. I just found this book and haven’t had time to delve into the recipes yet, but the photography, styling, and beautiful confections had me at the first page. The book is mostly about candy-making (think caramels, fudge, and chocolates) and Nina’s recipes can entice even savory-lovers to pick up this book.  Some of the elegant recipes Nina explores are pumpkin caramels, chocolate-dipped honeycomb, and peanut butter pralines. She also has some fun recipes in the book like homemade dot candy and liquor lollipops.  I think this book will make anyone overcome their fear of the candy thermometer!  Good news for one lucky reader!  We reached out to the publisher and they are giving away a copy of this book to one of you. Scroll down for the rules to enter the giveaway and for a peek of the book.

Liquor Lollipops…

Chocolate Stars…

Sweet & Salty Snack Tray…

Salted Chocolate Caramel Lollipops…

To enter, all you have to do is “like” Amy Atlas on Facebook AND mention if you have ever made candy before in the comment area below.  We’ll announce a random winner this Friday.