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Fiction Inspired Cookbooks

From fantasy to romance, games to manga, we have a whole range of cookbooks inspired by stories and the worlds they live in. Making a perfect gift for book lovers, Lizzy has rounded up some of her favourites!

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The Official Pumpkin Spice Café Cookbook
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The Official Pumpkin Spice Café Cookbook

The Pumpkin Spice Café Cookbook, inspired by Laurie Gilmore’s #1 New York Times bestselling series Welcome to the cozy small town of Dream Harbor, where the townsfolk love a sweet treat and the aroma of freshly baked cookies is never far away …Whip up recipes straight from the books, including: Noah’s Blueberry Pancakes, perfect for brunch Deliciously nostalgic Loganberry Pie Pumpkin Spiced Hot Chocolate, to warm up on a crisp fall afternoon Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie, to complete your holiday spread Hot-out-the-oven Crunchy Gingernut Cookies With more than 60 seasonal recipes lovingly inspired by the people and places of Laurie Gilmore’s novels, you’ll always find a friend in Dream Harbor!

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The Official Stranger Things Cookbook

Prepare to have your mind flayed with over fifty recipes from the denizens of Hawkins in this first official cookbook from the hugely popular Netflix series. Pull up a chair to the Stranger Things table and enjoy over sixty recipes from the denizens of Hawkins in this first official cookbook from the hugely popular Netflix series. Celebrate the culinary cravings of your favorite Stranger Things characters with Stranger Things- The Official Cookbook, featuring over sixty recipes from all facets of this beloved world, whether it's '80s mall food, a weeknight dinner at the Wheelers', or the best Dungeons & Dragons snack. Each recipe evokes someone in Hawkins (or the Upside Down) and is accompanied by original food photography, stills from the show, and your favorite quotes. Make the...

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Forbidden Feasts
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Forbidden Feasts

GAME ON, the final book from the MULTI-MILLION BESTSELLING INTO DARKNESS series is OUT NOW Enter a world of forbidden desire and obsession with Forbidden Feasts: The Official Cookbook of Navessa Allen's Lights Out, featuring 60 decadent recipes and immersive lore that capture the tension, passion and darkness of the bestselling series. Forbidden Feasts: The Official Cookbook of Navessa Allen's Lights Out draws fans deeper into her sultry, suspense-filled world with a one-of-a-kind culinary journey inspired by her bestselling novel. With 60 recipes that tempt at every turn—from wickedly delicious appetisers to decadent desserts and dangerously captivating cocktails—this book transforms every meal into an act of seduction and suspense. Offering exclusive character notes, in-world anecdotes and revealing behind-the-scenes insights, Forbidden Feasts is an immersive experience for any reader...

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A Feast of Thorns and Roses

Experience the flavours of Prythian as featured in the mega-bestseller by Sarah J. Maas, A Court of Thorns and Roses. From sumptuous feasts in the Night Court to cosy dishes in the Spring Court, you’ll discover a wide range of recipes that bring this vivid fantasy world to life. Dive headfirst into the fantastical world of Prythian with A Feast of Thorns and Roses. This culinary journey brings the magic of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series to your kitchen, featuring 65 recipes inspired by the beloved characters, enchanting places, and unforgettable plotlines from the books. From sweet tea cakes to decadent roast chicken, and mouthwatering desserts such as Feyre’s favourite chocolate cake, each recipe is infused with the magical elements and flavours that define the...

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The Princess Bride: Official Cookbook

The Princess Bride: Official Cookbook by Jenn Fujikawa is a culinary journey inspired by the beloved story of The Princess Bride. This cookbook offers a collection of recipes that pay homage to the whimsical and adventurous spirit of the tale, featuring dishes named after iconic scenes and characters. Whether you're hosting a themed party or just want to add a touch of fantasy to your meals, this book provides both fun and delicious ways to immerse yourself in the world of Florin and Guilder.

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My Neighbor Totoro: The Official Cookbook

A charming cookbook featuring recipes for the delicious food seen in the classic Studio Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro. Studio Ghibli’s movies feature enticing food that has been animated in gorgeous detail. With My Neighbor Totoro: The Official Cookbook, fans are invited to recreate these delicious recipes in their own homes! Featuring step-by-step instructions and photography, this charming cookbook provides recipes for the delectable dishes seen in the movie, including Satsuki’s Homemade Bento, Moving Day Caramels, and Granny’s Ohagi. The book will also teach readers how to cook the fresh vegetables grown in Granny’s garden. Additional recipes inspired by the movie, such as Soot Gremlin Donuts and Acorn-Shaped Sweet Potato Snacks, are sure to delight all. Interspersed throughout this cookbook are numerous images and a retelling of the...

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The Official Lore Olympus Cookbook

Feast like the gods with sixty food and drink recipes inspired by the world of Lore Olympus—with a foreword by Rachel Smythe, plus sumptuous illustrations and photographs throughout! Uncover the culinary secrets of the Lore Olympus pantheon with this official cookbook that breathes fresh life into traditional Greek cuisine. Organised by season, each chapter offers a recipe for any time of day—whether you are hankering for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a bright pink mocktail! And if you want to party like an Olympian, there are four feasts at the end of each section to serve as inspiration for a themed party. In these delectable recipes, discover the divinity of Persephone's baklava. Work your own magic with a colour-changing cocktail favoured by Hecate. Savour mouthwatering souvlaki (with easy instructions...

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The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook

The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook by Annie Gray offers a delightful journey into the culinary world of the iconic television series. It presents a collection of authentic recipes inspired by the lavish meals enjoyed by both the aristocracy and the staff at Downton Abbey. The book not only provides a historic insight into Edwardian and post-Edwardian British cuisine but also an overview of the social customs during the period, enriched with beautiful photography and fascinating anecdotes from the series.

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Disney: Winnie the Pooh's Hundred-Acre-Wood Cookbook [UK EDITION]

*An Official Cookbook Celebrating Winnie the Pooh’s 100th Anniversary!* For anyone with a little rumbly in their tumbly, enjoy enchanting recipes perfect for family meals, picnics, and parties from everyone’s favorite bear and his full cast of friends.Join all the characters of the Hundred Acre Wood for heartwarming recipes perfect for creating delicious memories in the kitchen. Inside, you’ll find plenty of dishes featuring honey, from character cupcakes and pastries to savory dishes like honey-roasted carrots. Speaking of carrots, if you’re looking for a healthier meal, you can browse a selection of extra-fresh recipes featuring produce fresh from Rabbit’s own garden! Having a gloomy day? There are a few recipes sure to cheer up any Eeyore. Or, if you’re out of energy, try a quick snack to refuel...

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Disney Moana: The Official Cookbook

Embark on a culinary adventure with Moana of Motunui with Pacific recipes inspired by Moana and Moana 2! After a long day of sailing to see how far you’ll go or keeping the demigod Maui out of trouble with Te Fiti, catch a break with the delicious dishes in Moana: The Official Cookbook! Featuring more than 50 recipes spanning the expansive and flavourful range of Pacific cuisine, this book is perfect for fans of Moana, big or small, looking to eat like the young chieftess and her friends. Author Monique Fiso, internationally renowned for her cultural stewardship of Maori and Pasifika food, educates curious cooks on Pacific dishes while celebrating the people and region from where they originate. From easy-to-make, Maui-approved Boat Snack! to Lamb Sapasui and 'Otai,...

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Kuwi's Kitchen

Kuwi's Kitchen - Kiwi Kids Cookbook is a creative way to get kids into making their own fun, well balanced, healthy lunches, and cooking easy meals. This cookbook is filled with yummy, authentic, easy-to-make recipes. Gorgeous classic Kuwi the Kiwi style illustrations will entice kids to create their own wholesome, seasonal and fun recipes.

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Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Official Baking Book

Balance the elements of flour, sugar, water, and heat to find harmony in the kitchen...or at least controlled chaos and the company of Team Avatar in Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Official Baking Book. In this warm and inviting culinary adventure, home cooks will learn to make dishes that celebrate iconic moments from the series—recreating tasty treats seen on screen, as well as the friendly faces of fan-favourite characters. From Appa Macaroons to Azula’s Lightning Bolt Bites, these sweet and savoury signature dishes will bring the epic battles, heartfelt acts, and humorous lessons to life in your home. With picture-perfect Dragon of the West teacakes to make Uncle Iroh proud and a few fun appearances of Cabbage Man's most durable produce, this book will sweep you off your...

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The Unofficial Twilight Saga Cookbook [UK Edition]

Finally, the wait is over! It felt like an eternity. The Unofficial Twilight Saga Cookbook is a portal into the misty and magical world of Forks, with a delectable dish at every turn. Cook your way through meals inspired by your favourite characters, places, and moments from the iconic Twilight saga. With over fifty recipes to choose from and enjoy, there is something for everyone to sink their teeth into. Favourite recipes from the supernatural families of Forks all convene inside this supernatural collection. Pour up a bloodthirsty cocktail that’s to die for or heat up the kitchen as you delight in signature recipes like Spiced Lamb Burgers, Vegetarian Vampire Tacos, Harry’s Hometown Fish Fry, or a fresh Garden Burger from the local Forks diner. With delicious recipes...

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Persona: The Official Cookbook

It's time to find your true self—with food! Delve into the heartwarming, memorable culinary moments from Persona 3 Reload, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 5 Royal, from cooking with SEES members to hanging out in the familiar booths of Café Leblanc. Do you have the stats to take on the Rainy Day Mega Beef Bowl Challenge? Are you prepared to face the Cosmic Tower Burger? Find out with Persona: The Official Cookbook, a collection of the most iconic recipes from the Persona franchise. From Tatsumi Port Island to Inaba to Tokyo, experience the incredible meals that bring the series’ beloved characters closer together and strengthen them for the fight ahead. Experience your favourite moments captured in mouthwatering recipes—try the Mystery Food X concocted by Yukiko and Chie, enjoy...

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The Ultimate Final Fantasy XIV Cookbook, Volume 2 Gift Set

Embark on a journey once more through the expanded and rich culinary world of Etheirys from the beloved game FINAL FANTASY XIV, traveling beyond Eorzea to the realms introduced in the Shadowbringers, Endwalker, and Dawntrail expansions. Now your favorite Namazu and moogle cooks, Gyohan and Mogria, are cheering you on in your culinarian adventures with a cute, themed cookbook stand inside this set! You don’t need to be stuck with the one and only café in Old Sharlayan. Dive into cuisine beyond the Last Stand with a “stand” of your own... this gorgeous gift set inspired by the massively multiplayer online roleplaying game FINAL FANTASY XIV! Inside this box, you’ll find a high-quality cookbook and tablet stand featuring Mogria the moogle and Gyohan the Namazu in his cute...

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Pixar: The Official Cookbook

Bring the vivid worlds of Pixar Animation Studios into your kitchen with this bespoke cookbook filled with delicious recipes inspired by nearly every beloved Pixar short and film, including Toy Story, The Incredibles, Ratatouille, and more! Launch your kitchen “to infinity and beyond,” with this inspiring, high-quality cookbook featuring more than 75 delicious recipes inspired by beloved Pixar films! This comprehensive, family-friendly cookbook showcases nearly every Pixar short and film in chronological order and includes a creative collection of colourful appetisers, mains, and desserts that fans will adore, from Ratatouille from Ratatouille to Trenette al Pesto from Luca! With more than 75 recipes, there is a yummy dish for everyone from young fans to experienced foodies to enjoy. Featuring stunning, in-world photography, suggestions for alternate ingredients, and tips...

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The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook Vol. 2

Embark on a culinary adventure with The Elder Scrolls: Tastes and Tales of Tamriel, a cookbook and travelogue of the most fascinating cultures, customs, and cuisine of the Elder Scrolls world! Hail, traveler! Here lies an artifact worth all the gold of the Septim Dynasty: a delectable guide to Tamriel’s most exciting and exotic foods. More than a mere cookbook, this tome carries stories of fantastic exploration and delicious adventure. From the rumbling hearths of frozen Skyrim to the sun-kissed banquets of Elsweyr, and the stately feasts of the Imperial City to the drinks and saltrice suppers of ashy Morrowind, the land of Tamriel is full of mouth-watering treasures. These recipes and stories are yours to feast upon. Whether you’re a curious scholar or a mercenary with the...

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Five Nights at Freddy's Cook Book

Five Nights at Freddy's Cook Book by Scott Cawthon and Rob Morris brings the eerie and thrilling atmosphere of the popular horror game series into the culinary world. This cookbook offers fans a collection of themed recipes inspired by the creepy animatronics and haunting settings of the franchise. Perfect for fans looking to add a spooky twist to their home cooking, it blends the thrill of the game with the joy of creating unique dishes.

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The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook

The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook is the first official cookbook from the immensely popular Stardew Valley, featuring more than 50 delightful recipes straight out of the video game. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Hungry? Thirsty? I've got just the thing!" - Gus Welcome to Stardew Valley, where each season brings a new crop of bountiful food to make for friends and family. From farm staples like veggies, fruit, milk, and eggs to foraged mushrooms and berries to fresh fish, there's always something delicious to put on the table. These 50 recipes are based on in-game meals and food, allowing you to cook and eat all your home-grown and fresh-caught ingredients in real life. The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook is organized by season and features recipes from your favourite characters,...

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The Romantasy Cocktail Book

Delve into this sumptuous book of cocktail recipes, inspired by the epic realms of romantasy, and add glamour, magic and spice to any soirée. Create dazzling cocktails to make any night magical with this enchanting recipe book. From shadow-kissed spritzes to star-crossed sips, these pages will tell you everything you need to know to help you entertain your honoured guests or spice up your solo reading time, just the way you like it. Whether you prefer a happily-ever-after, enemies-to-lovers, or a delicious slow burn, match your trope to your tipple and dabble in the real-life alchemy of cocktail-making. Read on to discover: An ethereal collection of cocktail recipes to quench your thirst The secrets to crafting spellbinding concoctions that will leave all your guests wanting more A kit...

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Recipes from the World of Tolkien

In Recipes from the World of Tolkien, Robert Tuesley Anderson brings to life a delicious array of dishes inspired by the culinary creations found in J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary works. The book combines traditional English recipes with the rich, fantastical lore of Middle-earth, offering fans a unique way to experience the world of hobbits, elves, and dwarves through their appetites.