Need a Speaker for Your Event or Radio Show?

Need a Speaker for Your Event or Radio Show?

April 17, 2011 | Comments (0)

You want to be successful. I want to be successful. You want a successful event. I want to add value, so I’ll be 100% behind you, offering an incredible content-rich presentation that will inform, motivate, and inspire your audience. I want to help you create a win/win situation that leaves your audience wanting to attend [...]

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Is There a Book in Your Future? Hire a Coach!

Is There a Book in Your Future? Hire a Coach!

April 17, 2011 | Comments (0)

If you believe that you have a book in your future, and that writing is one of your ways of expressing your creativity, I’d like to welcome you to this part of the site and introduce you to my proprietary systems for book writing and branding. If you are serious about getting your book done and ready to do the work, I’m very excited to discuss working with you on your project. Here’s what I know…

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How do I protect my recipe?

How do I protect my recipe?

April 16, 2011 | Comments (0)

One of the most popular questions I get at my Cookbook Coach workshops is about recipes. Here is the explanation word for word from the government copyright website:

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Super-Foods for the Radiant Cougar Woman

Super-Foods for the Radiant Cougar Woman

April 16, 2011 | Comments (0)

When was the last time someone said you were “glowing?”If it’s been a while, then this book is for you!
Super Foods for the Radiant Cougar Woman is a blueprint for a nutritious, high-energy way of eating that’s packed with everything a cougar woman needs to feel vital and look radiant. And… that will have a positive effect on the man in your life, in more ways than one!

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Gourmand World Cookbook Awards – What does it take to win?

Gourmand World Cookbook Awards – What does it take to win?

April 11, 2011 | Comments (0)

Many of you have heard me speak of the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.  You’ve also heard me mention the Paris Cookbook Fair. The Gourmand World Cookbook Awards will now take place along with the Cookbook Fair each year in Paris. How nice! I thought it would be a good idea to understand the qualifications of [...]

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IACBW offers great training and resources to cookbook writers

IACBW offers great training and resources to cookbook writers

April 11, 2011 | Comments (0)

The goal of our organization is to offer training and encouragement to cookbook writers so they feel empowered and energized to develop their cookbook idea and bring it forth into the marketplace. We support their efforts with education, resources, and community.

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Top 12 Coaching Tips to Get Your Book Started this Spring!

Top 12 Coaching Tips to Get Your Book Started this Spring!

April 10, 2011 | Comments (2)

Springtime is all about new beginnings. Make 2011 the year you create your dream of writing your own cookbook a reality! To help you do this successfully, you’ll also want to think about increasing your ‘fan’ base and “getting better known.” This will require some work, so I’ve listed some helpful adjustments you can make to ensure your success!

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Balanced Rock Press launches with a BANG!

Balanced Rock Press launches with a BANG!

April 10, 2011 | Comments (0)

After losing my corporate job in March of 2009, I did not waste time. I quickly leveraged a book I had self-published, and went on to found Balanced Rock Press, a new publishing company in northern California. My motto has become: “From Laid-off to Launching an Empire!” It’s been a busy time for me since [...]

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Video Testimonial-What did Chef Franco Lania really say about Laura Denktash?

Video Testimonial-What did Chef Franco Lania really say about Laura Denktash?

April 10, 2011 | Comments (0)

One of my clients, Chef Franco Lania has become good at making videos for his cooking demonstrations. For me, this has really been great to watch. When I first began working with him in February of 2010, he didn’t have too much experience with video. But now he has a whole catalog of his videos on his You Tube and Vimeo channels. And…he edits them!

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Cookbook Author’s Boot Camp – Get your book done!

Cookbook Author’s Boot Camp – Get your book done!

April 10, 2011 | Comments (0)

I want you to get your book done so we can focus on really fun things like additional products you may want to develop, or your television appearances on cooking segments at your local TV stations, or your speaking engagements.

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El Dorado Hills Cookbook project to launch soon!

El Dorado Hills Cookbook project to launch soon!

April 9, 2011 | Comments (0)

Do you love to cook? Have you been dreaming about writing and publishing a cookbook? Is writing a cookbook on your “bucket list?” Are you a resident and/or business owner in El Dorado Hills? Or do you work in El Dorado Hills? Are you a restaurant owner, professional chef, personal chef, or nutritionist? The El [...]

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“For the Love of Cherries” new cookbook coming soon!

“For the Love of Cherries” new cookbook coming soon!

April 9, 2011 | Comments (0)

Who doesn’t love cherries? They are one of the fleeting treats of summer that must be enjoyed fresh as many opportunities as possible. Cherries are good for you and good for y9ur heart They bring gladness to the soul. Cherries are not only good for you, but they’re also on trend as a homegrown “Super [...]

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Mediterranean Goddess Cookbook is in the works!

Mediterranean Goddess Cookbook is in the works!

April 9, 2011 | Comments (0)

Take a journey back in time to the days of the mythological goddesses of the beautiful and historic Mediterranean region. Explore the ancient and symbolic foods that represent the various goddesses. This book promises to be full of delicious recipes that are healthful and simple to prepare. Explore Italy from the perspective of the goddess [...]

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The Rose Cookbook – A treasury of Rose Recipes from around the world

The Rose Cookbook – A treasury of Rose Recipes from around the world

April 9, 2011 | Comments (0)

Fall in love in the kitchen while learning to create sweet and savory dishes with the world’s most beloved flower—the rose.  The Rose Cookbook will transport readers to a place where rose petals meet their botanical relatives in a lively collection of recipes that are sure to be the hit of any celebration.  Rose petals [...]

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Balanced Rock Press – the next step!

Balanced Rock Press – the next step!

April 9, 2011 | Comments (0)

ABOUT THE PUBLISHER Since leaving the corporate world in 2009, Laura Denktash has blossomed into a passionate serial entrepreneur. A writer since high school, she always knew she would write books, and be involved with publishing. But it took a while. Finally, in 2007 she self-published her first cookbook, The Rose Cookbook – a Treasury [...]

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Why you didn’t get your book done in 2010…I’ll tell you why!

Why you didn’t get your book done in 2010…I’ll tell you why!

September 19, 2010 | Comments (0)

Here’s Chef Franco Lania, one of my clients. I started working with him in February of 2010. Now his book is well on its way to completion and with his blog, he has developed his Author’s Platform. He has made an incredible turn around and his progress towards his goals is not only astonishing, but admirable. Here is someone who knows what he wants, and is not afraid to do the work to get it!!!

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Vote for Chef Franco Lania: The Next Food Network Star 7!!

Vote for Chef Franco Lania: The Next Food Network Star 7!!

September 2, 2010 | Comments (0)

Chef Franco Lania is in the running for a coveted position on TVFN’s “The Next Food Network Star 7.” He went through the first interview in New York City on Monday August 30, 2010. Chef Franco is a seasoned chef who is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, London. He also holds a certificate, CIF [...]

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How to Publish, Market, and Make More Dough with a Cookbook!

How to Publish, Market, and Make More Dough with a Cookbook!

May 28, 2010 | Comments (0)

Are you are a pro chef, personal chef, nutritionist, or caterer who wants to showcase your great recipes and create some additional income with a cookbook for your customers?

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Branding for Brilliance!

Branding for Brilliance!

May 24, 2010 | Comments (0)

Branding for Brilliance wants to be your one-stop solution for Personal Branding, Social Media Marketing, and Online Presence creation.

You know you’re an expert in your field. We recognize your unique talents and qualities. Now it’s time for everyone else to know about you! Let Branding for Brilliance position you for success.

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Callawind offers free indexing to IACBW members!

Callawind offers free indexing to IACBW members!

April 24, 2010 | Comments (0)

Are you in the process of writing a cookbook? Are you wondering where you can find a reputable printer who understands cookbooks? I would like to recommend Callawind. Members of the International Association of Cookbook Writers – IACBW, now receive FREE cookbook recipe indexing (a $500 value) When you choose Callawind to design, layout, and [...]

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Cookbook Author’s Bootcamp Starts on 5/3/10

Cookbook Author’s Bootcamp Starts on 5/3/10

April 20, 2010 | Comments (0)

Do you want to write a cookbook?… But don’t know how to get started? The Cookbook Author’s Boot Camp is coming soon! Are you struggling with your cookbook project? Have you set it aside? I know exactly how you feel… The good news is – I’ve developed an easy-to-follow, proven system to get your cookbook [...]

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Book Proposals can be FUN!

Book Proposals can be FUN!

March 16, 2010 | Comments (0)

When you go through the process of writing the proposal you are creating the business plan for your book. As an author, you have to know all about your book, inside and out.

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I want to write a cookbook! Call the Cookbook Coach!

I want to write a cookbook! Call the Cookbook Coach!

March 14, 2010 | Comments (0)

I want to write a cookbook! Those are the first words I hear over the phone when a new client calls me…

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Cookbook Advertiser – the best place to advertise your cookbook!

Cookbook Advertiser – the best place to advertise your cookbook!

March 14, 2010 | Comments (0)

I created the space at Cookbook Advertiser just for you, the independent cookbook authors of the world!

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