"Sugar artist Carpenter ("All About Candy Making") perfectly explains her book: 'If you are a beginning decorator, this book will serve as a step-by-step course in cake decorating. If you are an experienced or professional decorator, this book will quickly become your go-to guide when seeking out new techniques.' This is an all-inclusive look at how to make a stunning cake from start to finish. Organized in easy-to-browse sections, it takes readers through the process from preparation, tools, and recipes; to decorating techniques and templates; to extras to make your projects special; to a gallery of designs for inspiration. The numerous photographs are not only visually appealing but educational, and add to the quality of this exceptional work. Essential for anyone interested in baking and decorating cakes." - "Library Journal"

Autumn Carpenter is a skilled sugar artist, demonstrator, teacher, and author. She is a third generation candymaker and confectionary artist. Autumn demonstrates annually at the International Cake Exploration Societe and travels the US teaching her craft. She has selfpublished several books on cake decorating, cookie decorating, cupcakes, and candy making. She is partowner of a retail cake and candy supply shop and has a successful website.