Step into the heart of a heritage kitchen where love, flavor, and tradition come together.

Keep the Pie Bird Singing is more than a cookbook—it is a unique journey back to a time when meals weren’t just about food, but about family, laughter, and love around the table. Packed with tried-and-true recipes passed down through generations because they were that good! This cookbook invites you to savor the flavors of history as you feast your eyes on photographs of mouthwatering dishes and learn about the charming, timeworn tools our ancestors once used to prepare them.

Discover heartwarming stories, fascinating tidbits of food history, and a glimpse into a simpler life when kitchens were the heart of the home. The pages will stir your senses, spark your memories, and remind you of the joy of gathering, sharing, and savoring every moment with those you love.

I’m hoping you might be interested in a pre-order of my cookbook Keep the Pie Bird Singing. The pre-order gives you an opportunity to get it at a discounted price, and also get rewards associated with it. See the Kickstarter Campaign here.

As I’ve mentioned in other blogs, I’ve explored forty-eight states and four countries in search of my roots. I’m the author of six novels and two novellas I call heritage fiction—stories inspired by my ancestors whose lives are worth remembering. Along the way, I’ve collected heirloom recipes, vintage kitchen tools, and food histories of those who came before me. On the road, I’m always on the lookout for that tucked-away, family café serving comfort food. I never seem to forget when I’ve had a delicious meal or met incredible people. At home, I garden for fresh ingredients that nourish body and soul, and I dream of helping others reconnect with their own roots through family food traditions and teaching them how to research.

If you want to play a direct role in bringing a beautiful, meaningful cookbook to life, here’s the link again to learn more (or donate your own ancestors’ recipe!). Thank you so much!

UPDATE 6/9/25 – Sadly, the Kickstarter campaign was not funded. Stay tuned for what will happen next with this exceptional and unique cookbook!