Bake Believe

"A book that early-teen readers will absolutely devour."

Some people eat their feelings, but fourteen-year-old Cat Anderson bakes them... literally! This peppy tale begins on the most epic last day of summer vacation. Cat and her bestie/cousin have a big day planned that revolves around sunshine, awesome hair, and boys. Everything is falling into place until the most unexpected thing happens. Eager to spend some one-on-one time with a super-cute boy named Tobey, Cat and Tobey venture into the new bakery in town and the results not only alter Cat's perspectives, but totally change her life.

With a charming story and authentically crafted characters, Bake Believe is a book that early-teen readers will absolutely devour! Cori Cooper truly understands and speaks to her audience in this snapshot of teen life. The story is so much more than just teen angst and a lust for freedom. The ability to alter people's thoughts with a chocolate chip cookie is quirky and whimsical. And just in case the story isn't exciting enough, the author drops in recipes to complement the scenes.

Bake Believe will help cement a love of reading for teens at such an impressionable time in their lives. There is a subtle moral lesson running through the story that helps transform Cat from a selfish girl to a more thoughtful young woman. These ideas are powerful and important for readers, and are delivered in an easy to digest package. If you love to bake with love or if you remember what it was like to be a teenager, you'll love joining Cat as she learns how to Bake Believe.

-Review by Nicky Flowers, Indies Today