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Deets: Just in time to celebrate three decades of baking joy, friendship, and flour-dusted dreams, Levain Bakery: A Story of Friendship, Community, and Cookies by founders Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald, with founder of SusieCakes Susan Sarich, invites readers behind the bakery counter and into the heart of one of America’s most beloved brands.

Born from a dream in a cramped Manhattan basement and built with equal parts grit, butter, and big-hearted ambition, Levain Bakery’s story is a tribute to the power of community and a commitment to doing things the right (and delicious) way. This beautifully designed book is more than a bakery memoir—it's a celebration of small business, creativity, and cookie-fueled connection.  

It’s amazing what a cookie can do. A really good cookie, that is. It can spark a romance, comfort in time of need, relay gratitude and smooth over mistakes. It can even bring a community together. In short, a great cookie can be the start of an even greater story. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, this book brings together the stories of Levain Bakery in a beautifully designed, carefully curated book—filled with photographs, illustrations, and a selection of recipes.

Why Your Store and Community Will Love It:

• Local Legends, National Love: From their iconic Upper West Side location to storefronts in Boston, DC, Chicago, Philadelphia, and LA, Levain has become part of the neighborhood fabric across the country.

• A Feel-Good Story That Sells: Readers will devour this uplifting story of entrepreneurship and resilience, complete with signature recipes, nostalgic photos, and behind-the-scenes tales—including how their famous six-ounce cookies were born from triathlon training!

• Perfect for Events: Whether it’s a book signing, baking demo, cookie decorating party, or community conversation on building a business from scratch, this book lends itself to engaging, meaningful in-store and local partnerships.

• The Ultimate Gift Book: Visually rich, heartwarming, and packed with Levain’s signature flavor, it’s a perfect pick for holiday tables, coffee tables, and cookie lovers everywhere.

Who You May Spot: Pam Weekes, Connie McDonald, Susan Sarich

Hint for the Average Socialite: This is free and open to the public. RSVP below.

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