In light of recent events, it was a little tough to put on my dancing shoes and celebrate my new arrival, but a new book must be feted. (Did I mention that in the middle of everything, I broke my foot? Just a little bone luckily, but a break nonetheless.) It is hard for... »

Along with the release of a new book come press on the book. Authors and publishers rely on the media to help spread the word about a book and its subject. So I was THRILLED to hear that Redbook was going to run recipes from The Love Diet in their August issue. Actually, an... »

Despite all the recent troubles, I am excited to say that our cookbook release is almost here. The book comes out on June 15 and I just can’t wait to finally share its contents. In the meantime, I’m traveling this week to Peju Winery to offer a sneak preview of some of The Love... »

I am devastated to hear the news of my co-author, Juan-Carlos Cruz’s arrest. I am shocked by the situation. I have known Juan-Carlos for nearly six years and consider him my friend as well as a talented colleague. We have worked closely over the past nine months on The Love Diet. I know him... »

At Life of Reiley, part of the process of finishing a cookbook involves volunteers who we ask to test the recipes in their homes. This isn’t necessarily a typical practice in publishing but it isn’t unheard of. We do it to make sure that your average home cook can follow the directions and has... »

Just sent the last chapters off to the copy editor. My work as an author is almost done. Now what remains is to work with the designer on the look, work with the editors to get it clean, crisp and concise and then … the printer! »