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Sally Ekus's avatar

Thank you for sharing a window into Justin’s cookbook love. But even more so, the importance and mission of the love poured into Potluck Desserts!

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Jenna Helwig's avatar

It's a special book!

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Rebecca Ffrench's avatar

My favorite one of your newsletters yet Jenna! Loving your interviews. Bravo to Justin, Sally Ekus and Ann/Countryman for bringing Potluck Desserts to the world. Can't wait to read it.

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Jenna Helwig's avatar

Thanks for reading Rebecca! xo

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Lukas Volger's avatar

Excited for this book -- another great interview!

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Jenna Helwig's avatar

Thanks! Cookbook authors are just interesting, thoughtful people. Who would have thought?

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Laura Fenton's avatar

Need to know more about the dessert on the cover, please!!

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Justin Burke's avatar

Orange Creamsicle Icebox Cake!

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illyanna Maisonet's avatar

Honored to be mentioned and noticed by Justin. Such a great new book. Eric also appreciates it, he's just not on Substack. LOL!

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Jenna Helwig's avatar

Haha, there's someone not on Substack?!? I don't believe it. :)

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illyanna Maisonet's avatar

IKR?! I tried to lure him though.

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Grace Bastidas's avatar

Love the sentiment behind this cookbook! Buying for a gift in the hope my friends will invite me to their next potluck!!

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Jenna Helwig's avatar

They'd be lucky to have you! (And the dessert)

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Stephanie Hansen's avatar

Great newsletter. It takes a long time to get seen in the publishing world sometimes and i loved Justin’s POV and perseverance

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Jenna Helwig's avatar

Sure does! And I agree—Justin's story is inspiring. Thanks Stephanie!

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Justin Burke's avatar

Thank you Jenna for sharing and being a champion of Potluck Desserts! And yes, you're spot on about the cover - little nods to the queer community. The disco ball is a nod to ballroom culture.

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Jenna Helwig's avatar

Thank you for sharing more about your book journey and your cookbook faves. Hope you're resting up for pub week!

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