Yummy: A History of Desserts

Cake is delicious, and comics are awesome: this exciting nonfiction graphic novel for kids combines both! Explore the history of desserts through a fun adventure with facts, legends, and recipes for readers to try at home.

Have you ever wondered who first thought to freeze cream? Or when people began making sweet pastry shells to encase fruity fillings? Peri is excited to show you the delicious history of sweets while taking you around the world and back!

The team-up that made ice cream cones!

The mistake that made brownies!

Learn about and taste the true stories behind everyone’s favorite treats, paired with fun and easy recipes to try at home. After all, sweets—and their stories—are always better when they’re shared!

 
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# of Pages: 240

Book Binding: Paperback

Year of Publication: 2021

Publisher: Random House Graphic

Language: en

ISBN: 9780593124383

Victoria Grace Elliott is a talented author and illustrator who has a passion for bringing history to life through her engaging and visually stunning graphic novels. She has always been fascinated by the world of desserts and their rich cultural and culinary history. With a degree in History and Art from a prestigious university, Victoria combines her love for storytelling and art to create captivating graphic novels that educate and entertain readers of all ages. Her work has been praised for its beautiful illustrations and well-researched content. In addition to writing and illustrating, Victoria also teaches workshops and gives talks on the art of graphic novels. She currently resides in New York with her family and continues to explore new and exciting ways to share her love for desserts and history through her writing.