Free or discounted Kindle bread ebooks, #3.
There are still some active sales mentioned below, but otherwise this thread/post is "closed" and the next post is at: https://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/70286/free-or-discounted-kindle-bread-ebooks-4
Previous post is at: http://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/66005/free-or-discounted-kindle-bread-books-2
The 1st post in the series is at: www.thefreshloaf.com/node/61480/free-or-discounted-kindle-bread-books
I intend this post and comments to give Fresh Loafers a heads-up when bread-baking or pizza Kindle ebooks go on sale at Amazon for either heavily discounted prices, up to usually $4.99, or free.
I'll start off with five books that are always (at least have been for a while) free. Three are public domain.
As new books go on sale I will (or you can) add them to the comments. I mostly get these notifications from a service at bookbub.com. The sales usually last from 1 day to a week, so act quickly. Most often the sales run Monday through Sunday. The "tag" with "frog" in it, is so the webmaster can make a few pennies in commission, like his sidebar links.
All the major bread authors have sales, Robertson, Reinhart, Forkish, etc.
For a longer list of what I've already picked up, and how much I paid, and a very very short review, see my post at: http://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/61370/my-breadpizza-library-kindle-and-hard-copy
For lists of ebooks by author, see: www.thefreshloaf.com/node/61698/my-favorite-bread-pizza-authors
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Free: The New Dr. Price Cookbook, Kindle Edition, by New York Royal Baking Powder Company.
https://www.amazon.com/New-Dr-Price-Cookbook-ebook/dp/B00849LL7A
Public domain. The bread and rolls in this book are all leavened with baking powder. No yeast, no sourdough. Dated. Almost all volumetric measurements. Inexact oven temps, such as "medium oven" or "hot oven."
Dr. Price, of baking powder fame, was the grandfather of actor Vincent Price. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_Price
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Free: Woman's Institute Library of Cookery Volume 1: Essentials of Cookery; Cereals; Bread; Hot Breads, Kindle Edition, by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences.
https://www.amazon.com/Womans-Institute-Library-Cookery-Essentials-ebook/dp/B00847SA6C
Also dated, but interesting. Hey, it's free.
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Free: Mrs. Wilson's Cook Book, Kindle edition.
https://www.amazon.com/Wilsons-Numerous-Recipes-Economic-Conditions-ebook/dp/B004UJBD4Y
This book is in the public domain. Copyright 1920. Has a chapter on breads. Measurements in cups. Oven temps are inexact. Good for some historical or traditional recipes, if nothing else.
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Free: How to Bake: The Art and Science of Baking, Kindle Edition, by Dennis Weaver.
https://www.amazon.com/How-Bake-Art-Science-Baking-ebook/dp/B0086W53ZQ
Modern. A very comprehensive baking book with yeasted dough and baking powder. A little bit on sourdough. Explains the uses of oil, egg, milk in baking. He kind of uses it as an advertisement for his company, but still informative. Great for beginners.
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Free: "Grandma's Best Quick Breads" by Marg Ruttan. https://www.amazon.com/Grandmas-Best-Quick-Breads-Recipes-ebook/dp/B00Q23M2BE
Only 47 pages. It has been a while since I downloaded it, so I forget my opinion of it. But I did not file it in the "junk" collection. Therefore, I thought it was at least worth the time to download it.
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To see Amazon's current free and low-price ebook "bread cookbooks", use this link:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=bread+cookbook&i=digital-text&s=price-asc-rank
For pizza: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=pizza+cookbook&i=digital-text&s=price-asc-rank
To see the current top 100 free Kindle ebooks: https://www.amazon.com/Best-Sellers-Kindle-Store/zgbs/digital-text/ref=zg_bs?_encoding=UTF8&tf=1
(Warning: most books on the free Kindle list are trashy, but there is an occasional cookbook.)
Sale over, July 27, 2021.
Back on sale, as of June 30, 2021.
Kindle ebook edition of "Baking with Steel: The Revolutionary New Approach to Perfect Pizza, Bread, and More" by Andris Lagsdin.
https://www.amazon.com/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y11MLSS
Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y11MLSS
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y1LWLNY
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y1LWLNY
236 print pages.
306 megabyte download (ie, picture heavy.)
Ratings are: 4.7 out of 5.
208 ratings world-wide.
80% 5-star. --- 12% 4-star.
This book goes into why and how to use a baking steel versus a baking stone. It also contains recipes for several types of dough, sauces, and pizzas.
I'd say the book is as much about pizza as it is about the pizza-baking steel.
It also has some simple recipes for naan, pita, biscuits and scones.
I have purchased it. If you do not already have Tony Gemignani's (who is a big proponent of baking pizzas on steel) "Pizza Bible", then I would recommend this ebook at the sale price.
If you do already have Tony Gemignani's "Pizza Bible", you don't really need this.
Sale over, July 21, 2021.
Sale over 06 Aug 2021
$3.99 Tartine Book No. 3 by Chad Robertson Kindle edition.
https://www.amazon.com/Tartine-Book-No-Ancient-Classic-ebook/dp/B00F8H0FKU/
Sale over, July 8, 2021.
As of July 3, 2021.
Temporarily free:
BACKYARD PIZZA OVEN: BUILDING A BRICK AND COB PIZZA OVEN, Kindle Edition, by TG FORGE.
https://www.amazon.com/BACKYARD-PIZZA-OVEN-BUILDING-BRICK-ebook/dp/B072SY94QY/
Blurb: "I have always wanted to build a wood fired oven to make bread and pizza, empanadas and dishes with that woodfired taste. In this book I show you how I built my backyard pizza oven from brick and cob, finished it with a layer of insulation and lime plaster and try it out with our first pizza party. I will take you step by step from the base, the concrete platform, fire brick cooking surface, brick and cob dome, smoke flue and doorway arch construction. If you have ever thought about making a wood fired oven of your own, take a look at how I built mine. Get some ideas and build a pizza oven in your own backyard. Get started today. Read my book and start to plan your own build. With a pizza oven in your backyard you will be able to come up with your own custom pizza, or loaves of bread."
Rated 3.9 out of 5, with 13 ratings, and 5 reviews.
Sale over, July 8, 2021.
Sale over, Aug. 16, 2021.
Back on sale, Aug. 2, 2021.
The Pizza Bible, ebook, by Tony Gemignani, is on sale.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JYWW490?tag=froglallabout-20
He's been the world champion pizza maker 13 times. This is my favorite pizza cookbook. It covers all or most all styles of pizza. Has formulas for both yeast and sourdough, including long proof in fridge.
He is also big on baking steels for pizza, and gives explanations on how to use them.
Has sections on: Regional American, Chicago, Sicilian, California Style, Napoletana, Regional Italian, Global, Grilled, Wrapped and Rolled, Focaccia and Bread.
Plenty of professional level photos.
Check out his videos, he's a master craftsman:: https://www.tonygemignani.com/videos/
If you make pizza... GET THIS BOOK!
Has an option to get a free sample.
Sale over, Aug. 16, 2021.
Sale over, Aug 4, 2021.
As of June 28, 2021.
Kindle ebook edition of "Bianco: Pizza, Pasta, and Other Food I Like" by Chris Bianco. https://www.amazon.com/Bianco-Pizza-Pasta-Other-Food/dp/B01LXK9S97
Also on sale in Canada.
Not on sale in UK, EU nor AU.
222 pages in the print edition.
This is a tremendoua deal.
I purchased this at a previous Kindle sale price. I'm a cheap-skate, so I would not have paid full price for the Kindle or the hardcopy.
But at this low price for the Kindle, I think it is a great deal.
It has only one pizza crust dough formula, but many varistions on toppings, plus many Italian recipes besides pizza. Pizza and focaccia is just one section. Italian main dishes and sides make up the rest.
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars. 5-star 79%. 4-star 7%. 3-star 5%. 2-star 4%. 1-star 5%.
Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
#1 in Pizza Making
#2 in Salad Cooking (Kindle Store)
#2 in Italian Cooking.
It's picture-heavy, so it takes a long time to download.
According to the Table of Contents, and some of the reviews, it more of an Italian cookbook, than a pizza cookbook.
This is a rare sale. It's been a year since it was last discounted.
For two bucks you can't go wrong.
There is a button to download a free sample.
Sale over, Aug. 4, 2021.
Thanks for bringing this book to our attention Dave, I just bought it for $2 Canadian on Apple Books which makes this a rare cheaper in Canada than the US situation. I haven't had a chance to look at it, but you're right it is heavy in the cooking which is totally fine since I don't have any Italian cookbooks. I'm hoping the book will give me some ideas for pizzas.
Benny
Thanks for this tip! I have just started playing with pizza dough a little bit lately. For $2, this sounds like a great resource to point me the right direction. Off I go to Kindle... 😁
Sale over, Nov. 15, 2021.
Back on sale. As of Nov. 8, 2021.
Decide today -- this may be a 1-day sale.
Kindle ebook edition of Poilâne: The Secrets of the World-Famous Bread Bakery.
https://www.amazon.com/Poil%C3%A2ne-Secrets-World-Famous-Bread-Bakery-ebook/dp/B07LCBQ7KY?tag=froglallabout-20
Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/Poil%C3%A2ne-Secrets-World-Famous-Bread-Bakery-ebook/dp/B07LCBQ7KY?tag=froglallabout-20
(Not currently discounted in UK, EU, nor AU.)
I have this ebook. The story is moving. The photography is gorgeous and highly professional.
The ratings are: 4.6 out of 5. --- 78% 5-star, and 12% 4-star.
The book's formula for the famous Poilane miche is based on a poolish/starter made with yoghurt, and then commercial yeast is used in the final mix. Some reviewers felt cheated, but others felt it was a legitimate approximation for those who don't want to create and maintain a true sourdough starter.
There are also formulas for rye and barley breads, other baked goods, and non-oven dishes. There is a lot more than just bread.
Personally, I would not pay full list price for the hardcover. But for this price, this is a super deal to have a piece of the Poilâne story, the photos, and recipes for French cuisine.
Has a buttton to receive a free sample on your Kindle app or device.
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TFL discussions on the book here: https://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/68159/apollonia-poilane-poilane-book-miche-formula
and here: https://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/61856/poilane-short-fermentations-yogurt
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Here's JerrytheK's bake of the famous miche: http://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/62690/poil%C3%A2ne-sourdough-attempt
and: http://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/62688/first-attempt-poil%C3%A2nestyle-sourdough
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(The hardcover edition was recently at Ollie's Bargain Outlet for 7, and I purchased 3 copies (in addition to the Kindle edition that I have.) I already gifted one copy and my baker friend raved about it.)
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Sale over, Nov. 15, 2021.
Sale over, Aug 2, 2021.
As of July 11, 2021.
4•99 for the Kindle ebook edition of "Bread Revolution" by Peter Reinhart.
https://www.amazon.com/Bread-Revolution-World-Class-Sprouted-Techniques-ebook/dp/B00JYWW486/
Also discounted in UK, AU, and EU(.de), but not Canada.
It's mostly about using sprouted flour. Sprouted flour is flour made from sprouted grain.
I bought this because it has "whole grains" and "heirloom flours" in the subtitle, but it's almost all sprouted flour, which is expensive. So get this if you're into flour made from sprouted grain. If all you want is whole-grain, then his "Whole Grain Breads" would be better for you.
Has an option for a free sample.
Sale over, Aug. 2, 2021.
Sale over, Aug. 10, 2021.
Still on sale as of Aug. 2, 2021.
As of July 14, 2021.
The Sourdough School, by British author Vanessa Kimbell, in Kindle format.
I think this is a FANTASTIC GREAT deal for a book of this high quality. Detailed, informative, lots of good photos. Focuses on the details of starters as well as the bread formulas.
This .99 price only comes around once a year. It's worth more than $1 for the photography alone.
U.S.: https://www.amazon.com/Sourdough-School-ground-breaking-making-gut-friendly-ebook/dp/B07BPV28CC
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sourdough-School-ground-breaking-making-gut-friendly-ebook/dp/B07BFXZYHH
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Sourdough-School-ground-breaking-gut-friendly-English-ebook/dp/B07BFXZYHH
For $.99, you can't go wrong. Even if you have the hardcover edition, it's worth $.99 for an electronic back-up.
Sale over, Aug. 10, 2021.
Sale over, July 26, 2021.
July 24, 2021.
Free, (probably for today only), Rekha Sharma's "Indian Cooking" Kindle edition.
https://www.amazon.com/Indian-Cookbook-Welcome-Cooking-colorful-ebook/dp/B099W1SDC9
Only 128 print pages, but a 32 MB download, so it looks to be picture heavy.
I have not downloaded it.
Sale over, July 26, 2021.
Sale over, July 29, 2021.
As of July 27, 2021.
1•99 for the ebook: "Wild Bread: Sourdough Reinvented" by MaryJane Butters.
https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Bread-Reinvented-MaryJane-Butters-ebook/dp/B07D2XJJ1B
Rated 4.6 out of 5, with 464 ratings. 76% 4-star, 13% 4-star. 84 global reviews from verified purchasers.
585 pages, 295 recipes and 475 photographs. Free sample available.
I have not purchased it, so please read the online reviews.
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Sale over, July 29, 2021.
Sale over, Aug 6, 2021.
As of Aug 2, 2021.
1•99 for On Spice, by Caitlin PenzeyMoog.
https://www.amazon.com/Spice-Advice-Wisdom-History-Saltiness-ebook/dp/B07B8SPWS4
Rated 4.6 out of 5, with 256 ratings. 68% 5-star. 23% 4-star.
41 reviews.
Free sample available.
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Not so much "how to cook with spices", but an explanation of various spices, histories, and generalized how-to's.
I wouldn't pay full list price, but I purchased/downloaded it at the sale price, and am very satisfied with the purchase.
The author is the grand-daughter of the founders of the Penzy Spices chain of stores.
Sale over, Aug 6, 2021.
Just a note.. I have this book in hardcover and am quite disappointed with it for many reasons. It does not use a consistent reference genre format.. so it's not much use as a reference book. The content is very uneven for different topics. It reads bloggy and not even a good blog... a mix of personal opinions with stuff cribbed from presumably better actual reference books (easy to check the references). And the author presents herself as an authority giving her opinion on things when she is not... she worked the cash register at her relative's spice store. I got the book as part of my dive into spices but would advise skipping it. I really wanted to like it as it was a little gift from my wife but thumbs down.
Sale over, Aug. 16, 2021.
As of Aug. 9, 2021.
Kindle edition of Mastering Bread by Marc Vetri.
https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Bread-Practice-Handmade-Sourdough-ebook/dp/B084V9FGSG?tag=froglallabout-20
70 formulas. 297 print pages. Includes sourdough and yeast breads. Has a panettone formula.
444 MB download. Photo-heavy. It has a lot of how-to photos.
Rated 4.8 out of 5, with 352 global ratings. 83% 5-star. 12% 4-star.
20 global reviews from verified purchasers.
Free sample available.
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I previously purchased his "Mastering Pizza" book and really liked it.
I just purchased this, and at quick glance it looks great. This seems on par with other major bread authors such as Robertson, Reinhart, and Forkish.
Sale over, Aug. 16, 2021.
Sale over, Sep 15, 2021
Still on sale, Sep. 8, 2021.
Still on sale, Aug. 19, 2021.
As of Aug. 9, 2021.
Kindle edition of Crumb, by Richard Bertinet.
US: https://www.amazon.com/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07D6LH4JT
(Be sure to bookmark the errata at: https://www.thebertinetkitchen.com/2019/03/28/crumb-whoops-erratum/ )
Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07D6LH4JT
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07DCRYZPQ
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07DCRYZPQ
This came out in 2019. This is the first time I've seen it discounted at this price.
315 print pages.
104 MB download. Photo-heavy with a lot of how-to photos.
Rated 4.7 out of 5, with 281 ratings. 81% 5-star, 10% 4-star.
46 global reviews from verified purchasers.
Mostly about white flour formulas. A few use a little WW and rye.
Has a formula for a loaf with 100% dark rye flour. But has no other formulas using over 50% whole grain.
For 99 cents, you can't go wrong. Normally 7•99.
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Sale over, Sep 15, 2021.
Sale over, Dec. 8, 2021.
Back on sale, Nov. 1, 2021.
Kindle ebook edition of "Baking with Steel: The Revolutionary New Approach to Perfect Pizza, Bread, and More" by Andris Lagsdin.
https://www.amazon.com/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y11MLSS?tag=froglallabout-20
Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y11MLSS?tag=froglallabout-20
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y1LWLNY?tag=froglallabout-20
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Baking-Steel-Revolutionary-Approach-Perfect-ebook/dp/B06Y1LWLNY?tag=froglallabout-20
236 print pages.
306 megabyte download (ie, picture heavy.)
Ratings are: 4.7 out of 5.
226 ratings world-wide.
81% 5-star. --- 12% 4-star.
This book goes into why and how to use a baking steel versus a baking stone.
Has 8 dough recipes, including one whole wheat, one sourdough, and a Chicago deep dish. It also contains recipes for several types of sauces and pizzas.
I'd say the book is as much about pizza as it is about the pizza-baking steel.
It also has some simple recipes for naan, pita, biscuits and scones.
I have purchased it. If you do not already have Tony Gemignani's (who is a big proponent of baking pizzas on steel) "Pizza Bible", then I would recommend this ebook at the sale price.
If you do already have Tony Gemignani's "Pizza Bible", you don't really need this, IMO. But, if you're a pizza cookbook collecter, get both.
Sale over, Dec. 8, 2021.
This is not a Kindle edition. But still big news for my fellow book-collectors.
My local Ollie's Bargain Outlet has like-new "remainder" copies of Poilâne for $6.99 US.
"Remainder" copies are books that didn't sell at bookstores, and have a black mark on the bottom or top edge.
I think it logical to assume that the book is at other Ollie's locations for a similar price.
List price: $35. Amazon new hardcopy price: $21. Used copies are selling on Amazon for $14 and up.
Sale over, Sep. 8, 2021.
As of Sep 4, 2021
Temporarily Free: BACKYARD PIZZA OVEN: BUILDING A BRICK AND COB PIZZA OVEN, Kindle Edition, by TG FORGE.
www.amazon.com/BACKYARD-PIZZA-OVEN-BUILDING-BRICK-ebook/dp/B072SY94QY/
Blurb: "I have always wanted to build a wood fired oven to make bread and pizza, empanadas and dishes with that woodfired taste. In this book I show you how I built my backyard pizza oven from brick and cob, finished it with a layer of insulation and lime plaster and try it out with our first pizza party. I will take you step by step from the base, the concrete platform, fire brick cooking surface, brick and cob dome, smoke flue and doorway arch construction. If you have ever thought about making a wood fired oven of your own, take a look at how I built mine. Get some ideas and build a pizza oven in your own backyard. Get started today. Read my book and start to plan your own build. With a pizza oven in your backyard you will be able to come up with your own custom pizza, or loaves of bread."
Rated 3.9 out of 5, with 14 ratings, and 5 reviews.
Sale over, Sep. 8, 2021.
Sale over, Sep 15, 2021.
Sep 13, 2021.
Kindle edition of Rose Levy Beranbaum's "Heavenly Cakes."
https://www.amazon.com/Roses-Heavenly-Cakes-Rose-Beranbaum-ebook/dp/B00BKRONE6/
100+ formulas. 516 print pages. 14.7 MB.
Rated 4.6 out of 5. 77% 5-star. 12% 4-star.
I have not purchased it.
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Sale over, Sep 15, 2021.
Sale over, Oct 27, 2021.
As of Sep 27, 2021.
The Sourdough School, by British author Vanessa Kimbell, in Kindle format.
This is a great deal for a book of this high quality. Detailed, informative, lots of good photos. Focuses on the details of starters as well as the bread formulas.
It's not the best for beginners to sourdough, but I think intermediate and experienced bakers will enjoy it.
Light on whole grains. Most formulas are mostly white flour.
U.S.: https://www.amazon.com/Sourdough-School-ground-breaking-making-gut-friendly-ebook/dp/B07BPV28CC
Not currently discounted in Canada.
Sale over, Oct 27, 2021.
Sale over, Oct. 18, 2021.
As of Sep 27, 2021.
(was 7 usd.) The Laurel's Kitchen Bread Book: A Guide to Whole-Grain Breadmaking: A Baking Book. Kindle Edition, by Laurel Robertson
https://www.amazon.com/Laurels-Kitchen-Bread-Book-Whole-Grain-ebook/dp/B004HFRJS0?tag=froglallabout-20
I usually list books that are only five dollars and under, but this is such a great book for whole wheat bread, geared towards beginning and intermediate bakers alike, and this is the lowest price that I've seen it in two years.
Almost all formulas use commercial yeast, but there is a chapter on using desem sourdough, including how to make a desem starter. (My favorite-tasting starter was a desem whole wheat starter that I purchased from Cultures For Health, and used it as a 100% hydration starter.)
The Amazon prices for used copies of this updated version are through the roof, so I recommend the Kindle. I purchased the paperback edition, updated version, before the pandemic.
If you want to make 100% WW bread, this book is almost a must-have.
Sale over, Oct. 18, 2021.
Abebooks has inexpensive used copies of Laurel's Kitchen Bread Book for reasonable prices. Abebooks is the first place I check when I'm looking for a book.
It took scrolling through several pages to find the updated edition, but it is there at reasonable prices.
Thanks.
Always happy to point out alternatives to a certain online retailer.
I have the first edition of Laurel's Kitchen Bread Book. Do you think the revisions are significant enough to justify purchasing the updated edition?
I don't have the original edition, so I can't say for sure whether getting the new edition is worth it for someone who already has the first edition.
The updated (2003) edition has gram weights and ml in addition to cups. But I don't know if the original did.
If you pull up the "Look Inside" for the book at 'Zon, you can see the entire table of contents and index, and perhaps see if it would be worth it to you.
The free kindle sample has the ToC and "A Loaf for Learning", but not the index.
Sadly, owned by Amazon, I'm afraid.
Lance
There's no escape...
Sale over, Dec. 12, 2021.
Back on sale, Dec. 9, 2021.
Temporarily free:
Dutch Oven Cookbook: The Most Versatile Pot For Your Outdoor Cooking. Over 350 Easy Recipes, From Breakfast To Dinner, To Amaze Your Family And Friends, Kindle Edition, by Steve Robert Kendall.
https://www.amazon.com/Dutch-Oven-Cookbook-Versatile-Breakfast-ebook/dp/B08VH3HBGW
Print length: 430 pages.
Download size: 13,836 KB.
Rating: 4.7 out of 5. 77% 5-star, 17% 4-star. 87 ratings. 29 reviews from verified purchasers. Some reviews read like shills.
No instructional photos. No photos of finished products. Just a few professional stock photos at section headings for decoration, i.e. no meaningful photos.
It has only one bread formula, which is for Australian damper, using self-rising flour.
It has one regular pizza formula, and one gluten-free pizza formula.
I can't recommend this book at regular price, but as it is temporarily free, you won't waste any money, and you might get some new ideas.
Sale over, Dec. 12, 2021.
Sale over, Dec 14, 2021.
As of Oct. 27, 2021.
Josey Baker Bread, by Josey Baker, Kindle ebook edition, is on sale for 2•99.
I purchased it. Of particular inferest to me: It has 4 whole wheat formulas, 1 whole Kamut formula, 1 whole spelt formula, and 1 whole rye formula.
It has a really good looking gluten-free seeds and rolled oats loaf.
I like the pizza method: start in a cast iron pan on the stove top and finish under the oven's broiler element.
Blurb says it's for beginners.
US: www.amazon.com/Josey-Baker-Bread-Baking-Awesome-ebook/dp/B00GOJT6LU
Canada: www.amazon.ca/Josey-Baker-Bread-Baking-Awesome-ebook/dp/B00GOJT6LU
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Josey-Baker-Bread-Baking-Awesome-ebook/dp/B00GOJT6LU
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Josey-Baker-Bread-Awesome-English-ebook/dp/B00GOJT6LU
Highly rated. 4.6 out of 5, with 331 ratings. 91% of ratings are either 4 or 5 star.
Well worth the sale price!
Sale over, Dec. 14, 2021.
He's a really good teacher in person, I took a class with him at Grain Gathering in WA. Education was his profession as he got into bread and it shows. It carries over into his book. I agree that it is especially good for newcomers. The language is very casual, which may make this un-intimidating to a new bread baker. Lots of photos too, and many "That's a very good question!" to explain things. Scales to 1, 2 & 4 loaves, metric and volumetric. Includes a chapter on "Sweet Treats"
I bought his book to support him more than any other reason. I should go look at his recipes again. Those whole grain recipes you mention are intriguing.
Thanks for posting these alerts and reminding me of this book, ignored on my shelf.
Sale over, Dec. 1, 2021.
As of Nov. 1, 2021.
The Pie and Pastry Bible, by Rose Levy Beranbaum.
US: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ZAU8PA
Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B002ZAU8PA
Sorry, not on sale in AU, UK or EU.
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740 pages. It has some photos at the back of the book, but mostly uses line-drawing illustrations.
Use the "Look inside" feature, or download the free sample before purchasing.
Sale over, Dec. 1, 2021.
Thank you Dave for posting this, for $1.99 CAD it was too hard to not buy it. Hopefully it proves useful.
Benny
Sale over, Nov. 15, 2021.
As of Nov. 8, 2021.
Kindle edition of Pastry Love, by Joanne Chang. Listing indicates that the discount price may be for only one day.
https://www.amazon.com/Pastry-Love-Journal-Favorite-Recipes-ebook/dp/B07LC9FF3D?tag=froglallabout-20
CA: https://www.amazon.ca/Pastry-Love-Journal-Favorite-Recipes-ebook/dp/B07LC9FF3D?tag=froglallabout-20
Not on discount in UK, EU, or AU.
445 print pages.
Rated 4.7 out of 5. 84% 5-star, 10% 4-star, with 961 global ratings, 188 global reviews.
I have not purchased it. See the preview online, or download a free sample.
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(Recently saw the hardcover edition at Ollie's Bargain Outlet for 7•99.)
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Sale over, Nov. 15, 2021.
Sale over, Nov. 15, 2021.
As of Nov. 8, 2021.
Kindle ebook edition of "Artisan Sourdough Made Simple: A Beginner's Guide to Delicious Handcrafted Bread with Minimal Kneading" by Emilie Raffa.
https://www.amazon.com/Artisan-Sourdough-Made-Simple-Handcrafted-ebook/dp/B06XFVB62P?tag=froglallabout-20
371 print pages.
I have not read this, but it's rated 4.8 stars at Amazon. 86% are 5-star, 9% are 4-star.
3,225 global ratings. 730 verified-purchase global reviews.
Biography: Emilie Raffa is the creator, cook, and photographer of The Clever Carrot. She is the author of IACP-nominated "Artisan Sourdough Made Simple" and "The Clever Cookbook." Emilie’s work has been featured in Oprah Magazine, Women’s Health Magazine, The Huffington Post, Food 52, Saveur, Food & Wine, Today Food and in the pages of Artful Blogging magazine.
www.theclevercarrot.com
Instagram:@theclevercarrot
Sale over, Nov. 15, 2021.
Sale over, Nov. 22, 2021.
As of Nov. 8, 2021.
"Breaking Bread" by Martin Philip, of KAF, 1•99 in Kindle ebook format. Normally over 10.
www.amazon.com/Breaking-Bread-Bakers-Journey-Recipes-ebook/dp/B06WP4LSR6
CA: https://www.amazon.ca/Breaking-Bread-Bakers-Journey-Recipes-ebook/dp/B06WP4LSR6
Not on discount in UK, EU, or AU.
75 recipes, including whole wheat, and rye.
391 print pages.
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars. 80% 5-star, 13% 4-star, 356 global ratings. 105 verified-purchase global reviews.
Sales ranked #1 in a couple categories.
The author has occasionally commented on TFL He's the head baker at King Arthur Baking.
I have this and recommend it. Excellent deal at this price.
Sale over, Nov. 22, 2021.
Sale over, Nov. 15, 2021.
As of Nov. 8, 2021.
4•99, Kindle ebook edition of "The Baking Bible" by Rose Levy Beranbaum.
https://www.amazon.com/Baking-Bible-Rose-Levy-Beranbaum-ebook/dp/B00HK3EZ9C?tag=froglallabout-20
CA: https://www.amazon.ca/Baking-Bible-Rose-Levy-Beranbaum-ebook/dp/B00HK3EZ9C?tag=froglallabout-20
Not on discont in UK, EU, or AU.
Rated 4.7 out of 5. -- 82% 5-star. 11% 4-star. 1,796 global ratings.
398 verified-purchase reviews.
File size 58,987 KB (picture heavy).
This is a classic! (I have this.) For 5, you can't go wrong.
Sale over Nov. 15, 2021.
Sale over, Dec. 6, 2021.
As of Nov. 15, 2021.
Kindle ebook edition of Perfect Pan Pizza, by Peter Reinhart.
https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Pan-Pizza-Sicilian-Focaccia-ebook/dp/B07GMXFC8F?tag=froglallabout-20
Also on sale/discounted in UK, AU, and EU.
Not currently discounted in Canada.
I bought this a while back. If you like focaccia or pan style pizza -- Roman, Sicilian, Grandma style, Detroit, -- then this book is worth it.
189 print pages.
Rated 4.7 out of 5.
80% 5-star. 14% 4-star. 637 verified-purchase ratings, 62 verified-purchase reviews.
Sale over, Dec. 6, 2021.
Sale over, Jan. 4, 2022.
Still on sale, Dec. 29, 2021.
As of Dec. 1, 2021.
3•99 for the Kindle ebook edition of Tartine Book No. 3, by Chad Robertson.
https://www.amazon.com/Tartine-Book-No-Ancient-Classic-ebook/dp/B00F8H0FKU/
Also on sale in Canada, UK, AU, and EU (amazon.de).
This is the one that is mostly whole grains and specialty/heirloom grains. Four bucks is a great price for an ebook of this quality.
Robertson's method takes a bit more study than, say, Peter Reinhart's teaching methods, but the effort is worth it.
The photography is superb. When I read this ebook, I knew I had to get the hard-copy.
I realize cookbooks in ebook format are not as handy as a physical book, for all the flipping back and forth you need to do when cooking. But if you're not yet sold on buying a hard-copy of this book, this is an inexpensive way to see if you want to add the physical book to your library.
Sale over, Jan. 4, 2022.
Sale over, Dec. 5, 2021.
As of Dec. 1, 2021.
1•99: the Kindle edition of Momofuku Milk Bar cookbook by Christina Tosi. Cookies, pies, cakes, ice creams, and more from the Milk Bar bakery.
https://www.amazon.com/Momofuku-Milk-Bar-Christina-Tosi-ebook/dp/B0058Z4NQO
258 print pages. 32 MB download size.
Rated 4.7 out of 5, with 2,357 ratings. 83% 5-star, and 9% 4-star.
I have not purchased it.
Sale over, Dec. 5, 2021.
Sale over, Mar. 18, 2022.
Still on sale, Mar. 13, 2022.
Still on sale, Dec. 29, 2021.
As of Dec 3, 2021.
Kindle edition of Crumb, by Richard Bertinet.
US: https://www.amazon.com/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07D6LH4JT
(Be sure to bookmark the errata at: https://www.thebertinetkitchen.com/2019/03/28/crumb-whoops-erratum/ )
Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07D6LH4JT
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07DCRYZPQ
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Crumb-Show-dough-whos-boss-ebook/dp/B07DCRYZPQ
This came out in 2019.
315 print pages.
104 MB download. Photo-heavy with a lot of how-to photos.
Rated 4.7 out of 5, with 291 ratings. 81% 5-star, 10% 4-star.
47 global reviews from verified purchasers.
Mostly about white flour formulas. A few use a little WW and rye.
Has a formula for a loaf with 100% dark rye flour. But has no other formulas using over 50% whole grain.
Sale over, Mar. 18, 2022.
In the public domain:
AMERICAN COOKERY, OR THE ART OF DRESSING VIANDS, FISH, POULTRY and VEGETABLES. By Amelia Simmons. Originally published in 1796.
Kindle edition.
https://www.amazon.com/American-Cookery-Dressing-Poultry-Vegetables-ebook/dp/B0084B6VFU
57 print pages. 152 KB download.
Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars, with 61 ratings. 64% 5-star, 18% 4-star, 10% 3-star.
The hardcopy price is an outrageous $30, so it was posted on Amazon as a scam. But the book seems real.
Sale over, Dec. 29, 2021.
As of Dec. 6, 2021.
Kindle edition of Vanessa Kimbell's The Sourdough School: Sweet Baking: Nourishing the gut & the mind.
https://www.amazon.com/Sourdough-School-Sweet-Baking-Nourishing-ebook/dp/B088FZFRWF
This is her dessert book, not the bread book.
343 print pages. 64 MB file size. Has a recommendation from Nigella Lawson.
Rated 4.5 out of 5. 235 ratings. 77% 5-star, 10% 4-star, 6% 3-star.
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46 reviews by verified purchasers. 36 reviews are 5-star, 1 review is 4-star, 1 review is 3-star, 1 review is 2-star, 7 reviews are 1-star.
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Eh, for 99 cents, you can't go wrong.
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Sale over, Dec. 29, 2021.
Sale over, May 9, 2022.
Still on sale as of April 26, 2022.
Back on sale, Mar. 18, 2022.
Mastering Pizza: The Art and Practice of Handmade Pizza, Focaccia, and Calzone. By Marc Vetri.
https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Pizza-Practice-Handmade-Focaccia-ebook/dp/B077X2WDBX
273 pages.
229,276 KB download, picture heavy.
4.8 out of 5 stars, with 1,086 global verified-purchase ratings. 84% 5-star, 10% 4-star, 4% 3-star. 139 global verified-purchase reviews.
Current sales rank: #2 in Pizza Making.
Has both commercial yeast and sourdough dough recipes. Has instructions for a sourdough starter.
All dough recipes call for King Arthur bread flour.
Sale over, May 9, 2022.
Sale over, Mar. 14, 2022.
Back on sale, Dec. 13, 2021.
Kindle ebook edition of Perfect Pan Pizza, by Peter Reinhart.
https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Pan-Pizza-Sicilian-Focaccia-ebook/dp/B07GMXFC8F
Also on sale/discounted in UK, AU, and EU.
Not currently discounted in Canada.
I bought this a while back. If you like focaccia or pan style pizza -- Roman, Sicilian, Grandma style, Detroit, -- then this book is worth it.
189 print pages. 108 MB, lots of photos.
Rated 4.7 out of 5.
79% 5-star. 14% 4-star. 5% 3-star. 672 global verified-purchase ratings, 62 global verified-purchase reviews.
Sale over, Mar. 14, 2022.
Still on sale as of May 30, 2022.
As of Dec 13, 2021.
Kindle ebook of Ken Forkish's Elements of Pizza.
https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Pizza-Unlocking-Secrets-World-Class-ebook/dp/B012KJYR3O
NOT currently discounted in Canada, but here's the link to check: https://www.amazon.ca/Elements-Pizza-Unlocking-Secrets-World-Class-ebook/dp/B012KJYR3O
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Elements-Pizza-Unlocking-Secrets-World-Class-ebook/dp/B012KJYR3O
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Elements-Pizza-Unlocking-Secrets-World-Class-ebook/dp/B012KJYR3O
AU: https://www.amazon.com.au/Elements-Pizza-Unlocking-Secrets-World-Class-ebook/dp/B012KJYR3O
255 pages. 148,147 KB, plenty of photos.
Current rank: #3 in Pizza Making.
4.8 out of 5 stars. 2,398 global verified-purchase ratings. 86% 5-star, 10% 4-star, 2% 3-star. 464 verified-purchase reviews.
I have this, and highly recommend it.
In this book, he says to disregard everything he said about pizza in FWSY.
The only pizza book better than this is Tony Gemignani's "Pizza Bible." But for this ridiculously low price, it's worth it to have this one too.
Thanks. I swooped on it immediately. Cheers.
I purchased this book during a previous sale at the same price and I can also say that it is a good one and worth more than the $3 price.
Sale over, Mar. 18, 2022.
As of Dec. 29, 2021.
The Sourdough School, by British author Vanessa Kimbell, in Kindle format.
I think this is a good price for a book of this high quality. Detailed, informative, lots of good photos. Focuses on the details of starters as well as the bread formulas.
U.S.: https://www.amazon.com/Sourdough-School-ground-breaking-making-gut-friendly-ebook/dp/B07BPV28CC
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sourdough-School-ground-breaking-making-gut-friendly-ebook/dp/B07BFXZYHH
EU: https://www.amazon.de/Sourdough-School-ground-breaking-gut-friendly-English-ebook/dp/B07BFXZYHH
Not currently discounted in Canada or Australia.
Sale over, Mar. 18, 2022.
Sale over, Mar. 12, 2022.
Back on sale as of Mar. 11, 2022.
Kindle edition of Rose Levy Beranbaum's "Heavenly Cakes."
https://www.amazon.com/Roses-Heavenly-Cakes-Rose-Beranbaum-ebook/dp/B00BKRONE6/
100+ formulas. 516 print pages. 14.7 MB. (Not many photos.)
Rated 4.6 out of 5. 79% 5-star. 11% 4-star. 421 total global ratings.
I have not purchased it.
Sale over, Mar. 12, 2022.
Hey Andy - just wanted to thank you for all these notifications. It's an extraordinary service.
Sale over, Jan. 13, 2022.
As of Jan 12, 2022.
Kindle ebook of Flour, Water, Salt, Yeast, by Ken Forkish,
https://www.amazon.com/Flour-Water-Salt-Yeast-Fundamentals-ebook/dp/B007SGLZH6?tag=froglallabout-20
Also on sale (at discount) in Canada.
A classic that is popular among TFL users.
I have both the ebook and hardcover editions. It's worth having both.
This book doesn't stay on discount long, so get it quickly.
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Sale over, Jan. 13, 2022.
Sale over, Jan. 24, 2022.
As of Jan. 17, 2022.
Kindle ebook edition of "The Baking Bible" by Rose Levy Beranbaum.
https://www.amazon.com/Baking-Bible-Rose-Levy-Beranbaum-ebook/dp/B00HK3EZ9C
CA: https://www.amazon.ca/Baking-Bible-Rose-Levy-Beranbaum-ebook/dp/B00HK3EZ9C
Not on discount in UK, EU, or AU.
Rated 4.7 out of 5. -- 81% 5-star. 11% 4-star. 1,818 (verified-purchase) global ratings.
399 (verified-purchase) reviews.
File size 58,987 KB (picture heavy). 576 pages in the print edition.
This is a classic! (I have this.) For 3, you can't go wrong.
Sale over, Jan. 24, 2022.
Sale over, April 4, 2022.
Still on sale, Mar. 28, 2022.
As of Mar. 11, 2022.
American Sfoglino. By Evan Funk. It's about making hand-made pasta from scratch. Also has recipes for cooking pasta dishes.
US: https://www.amazon.com/American-Sfoglino-Master-Class-Handmade-ebook/dp/B07SHHZ9TT
273 print-pages.
File size: 57,858 KB. Plenty of photos.
AU: https://www.amazon.com.au/American-Sfoglino-Master-Class-Handmade-ebook/dp/B07SHHZ9TT
CA: https://www.amazon.ca/American-Sfoglino-Master-Class-Handmade-ebook/dp/B07SHHZ9TT
Not currently discounted in UK nor EU.
Has some crude language. Maybe download the free sample first. And read the reviews - the book is not for everyone.
This is about truely hand-made pasta, with a rolling pin, not a machine roller.
His method uses a lot of table space and a large (long) rolling pin, so it would need adapted for smaller spaces and rolling pins. Some of the negative reviews are from people who apparently aren't amenable to adapting recipes to their kitchen and equipment.
Even if you do end up using a rolling machine, the recipes and cutting/forming techniques may still be worth it.
This book rarely goes on sale this low. (I've been following it for a couple years.) But if you're into making pasta from scratch, I think it is a great deal at 3.
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I have done a quick browse through the book. I have not found any recipies using durum flour. However, it does mention using semolina (the gritty stuff) to dust dough to keep it from sticking.
His recommended pasta flour is Caputo 00 Pasta and Gnocchi.
Sale over, April 4, 2022.
It is amazing how you keep up on all these book sales!
My heritage is 50% Jewish, 25% Scottish, and 100% cheapskate. ;-)
"Oy vey! (or hoot-mon!) Such a deal!"
I love a good deal and thank you for keeping us abreast of book sales Dave, you’ve been doing this for a few years now and it is such a service to TFL members.
Benny
Sale over, Mar. 21, 2022.
As of Mar. 14, 2022.
Kindle edition of Mastering Bread by Marc Vetri.
https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Bread-Practice-Handmade-Sourdough-ebook/dp/B084V9FGSG?tag=froglallabout-20
70 formulas. 297 print pages. Includes sourdough and yeast breads. Has a panettone formula.
444 MB download. Photo-heavy. It has a lot of how-to photos.
Rated 4.7 out of 5, with 539 global ratings from verified purchasers. 83% 5-star. 12% 4-star.
30 global reviews from verified purchasers.
Free sample available.
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I previously purchased his "Mastering Pizza" book and really liked it.
I purchased this, and it looks great. This seems on par with other major bread authors such as Robertson, Reinhart, and Forkish.
Includes formulas with whole grains, spelt, Einkorn, and rye.
Sale over, Mar. 21, 2022.
If you're into whole-grain bread. Many recipes/ideas
of using home-milled, bolted wheat, durum, einkorn, buckwheat, spelt, rye flour, etc., to make daily bread and even pastries such as scones and cornetti (Italian croissant).
Has lots of pictures, too!
Most of the bread recipes are by Claire Kopp, McWilliams, former head baker of Marc's restaurant and co-author of the book. She now runs her bakery, Ursa Bakery, one of the must-visit bakeries in her City, Philadelphia.
Yippee
I have a hard copy, a Christmas gift from my son.
Sale over, Mar. 28, 2022.
As of Mar. 14, 2022.
American Pie, by Peter Reinhart.
https://www.amazon.com/American-Pie-Search-Perfect-Pizza-ebook/dp/B0047DW4KA
272 print pages.
3.8 MB download. Not many photos, and all are grainy black-and-white.
As a fan of Reinhart, I recommend this book. But I have to admit, it doesn't rise to the level of Gemignani's Pizza Bible, or Forkish's Elements of Pizza.
But it does cover the basics while using Reinhart's signature style of being informal while also teaching in a clear manner. And it has the usual narratives of trips and background stories.
Has 12 dough formulas: Napoletana, Roman, Neo-Neapolitan, New York. Pizza Americana, Prebaked Freezer Dough, Sourdough, Grilled, Chicago Deep Dish, Sardinian, Focaccia, Greek Pita.
Dough recipes call for AP flour, bread flour, and high gluten.
Has two pizza sauce recipes, plus a pesto recipe.
Goes into specialty toppings.
Has eight categories of pizza recipes: Neapolitan, First Generation Neo-Neapolitan, Second Generation Neo-Neapolitan, Third Generation Neo-Neapolitan, Roman, Grilled, Chicago, Sardinian. Plus focaccia and pita.
This book does not go into "pan pizza" or Detroit style. Those types are covered in his "Perfect Pan Pizza" book. See previous comments on that book.
Sale over, Mar. 28, 2022.
Sale over, June 13, 2022.
Still on sale as of May 30, 2022.
As of Mar. 18, 2022.
Kindle ebook edition of Perfect Pan Pizza, by Peter Reinhart.
https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Pan-Pizza-Sicilian-Focaccia-ebook/dp/B07GMXFC8F
Also on sale/discounted in UK, AU, and EU.
Not currently discounted in Canada.
I bought this a while back. If you like focaccia or pan style pizza -- Roman, Sicilian, Grandma style, Detroit, -- then this book is worth it.
189 print pages.
Rated 4.7 out of 5.
79% 5-star. 14% 4-star. 695 verified-purchase ratings, 63 verified-purchase reviews.
Sale over, June 13, 2022.
Sale over, Mar. 23, 2022.
As of Mar. 18, 2022.
The Pizza Bible, ebook, by Tony Gemignani, is on sale.
https://www.amazon.com/Pizza-Bible-Neapolitan-Deep-Dish-Wood-Fired-ebook/dp/B00JYWW490
He's been the world champion pizza maker 13 times. This is my favorite pizza cookbook. It covers all or most all styles of pizza. Has formulas for both yeast and sourdough, including long proof in fridge.
He is also big on baking steels for pizza, and gives explanations on how to use them.
Has sections on: Regional American, Chicago, Sicilian, California Style, Napoletana, Regional Italian, Global, Grilled, Wrapped and Rolled, Focaccia and Bread.
Plenty of professional level photos.
Check out his videos, he's a master craftsman:
https://www.tonygemignani.com/videos/
If you make pizza... GET THIS BOOK!
Has an option to get a free sample. But at this price, you can't go wrong!
Sale over, Mar. 23, 2022.
Sale over, Mar. 23, 2022.
As of Mar. 18, 2022.
Kindle ebook edition of "My Pizza" by Jim Lahey.
https://www.amazon.com/My-Pizza-Easy-No-Knead-Spectacular-ebook/dp/B0078XCOMO
I have the hard-cover edition.
There are only two (similar) dough formulas in the book, but the main draws of the book are the inventive sauces and toppings. Very gourmet and artisan.
There is a chapter on toasts, soups, and salads; and a chapter on desserts.
If you want to take your pizza beyond the normal chain-style red sauce and toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, green peppers, olives) then this would be a good resource.
Sale over, Mar. 23, 2022.
To avoid excess scrolling, I started a new thread. Please see:
https://www.thefreshloaf.com/node/70286/free-or-discounted-kindle-bread-ebooks-4