Ready or Not! Cookbook: Your Ultimate Guide to Effortless Healthy Eating Launches Today!
The day we’ve all been eagerly anticipating has finally arrived! We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our brand-new cookbook, Ready or Not!, is officially available starting today! After years of dedication and passion poured into every single page, we can’t wait for you to experience the joy and simplicity of healthy home cooking that this book promises. This momentous launch represents the culmination of countless hours spent perfecting recipes and crafting a guide designed to empower every home cook.

For those who might have missed the buzz – perhaps you’ve been on a desert island, deep in a cooking project, or simply enjoying some well-deserved digital detox (we totally understand!) – and haven’t yet heard about our latest culinary creation, we highly recommend you catch up! Take a moment to read our introductory blog post first. It provides a fantastic overview of what makes Ready or Not! a game-changer for your kitchen, revealing the inspiration and philosophy behind its development. Once you’re up to speed on all the exciting details, journey back here to discover how you can get your hands on a copy and become part of the Nom Nom Paleo community.
Now that you’re fully acquainted with the excitement surrounding Ready or Not!, let’s explore what makes this paleo cookbook an essential addition to every kitchen aiming for healthy, delicious, and stress-free meals. We promise it will revolutionize your approach to cooking and eating.
For years, as loyal followers of Nom Nom Paleo, affectionately known as ‘Nomsters,’ you’ve witnessed Henry and I dedicate ourselves to making healthy, delicious home cooking a truly effortless experience. With Ready or Not!, our goal was clear: to create a comprehensive healthy recipe book that adapts to your life, not the other way around. Whether you’re a meticulous meal planner who loves to prep ahead, or someone who often finds themselves improvising a last-minute dinner, this book has you covered. We’ve thoughtfully categorized recipes into ‘Make-Ahead,’ ‘Make-Over,’ and ‘Make-Now’ options, ensuring that no matter your schedule or culinary skill level, a nourishing meal is always within reach. Imagine stress-free weeknights and impressive weekend feasts, all achievable with wholesome, real food ingredients that are simple to prepare.

What truly sets Ready or Not! apart is its holistic approach to healthy eating. It’s not just a collection of recipes; it’s a complete culinary guide designed to empower you in the kitchen. Beyond the array of amazing new dishes, you’ll discover the signature Nom Nom Paleo style: witty, “cheeky writing” that entertains as it educates, vibrant “colorful cartoons” that make even complex techniques approachable, and invaluable practical resources. Dive into essential kitchen tool and ingredient guides that demystify unfamiliar items, explore expertly crafted weekly dinner plans that take the guesswork out of meal prep, and utilize convenient shopping lists designed to streamline your grocery trips. This book is truly “jam-packed” with everything you need to succeed in your healthy cooking journey, making meal planning simpler than ever.
We’ve included some of my absolute favorite new recipes that I’ve been bursting to share with you. Get ready to savor dishes like the incredibly flavorful Mok Mok Wings, the vibrant and refreshing Chicken + Shrimp Laap, the comforting and rich Sunday Gravy, the unexpectedly delicious XO Pork with Blistered Green Beans, and the decadent yet wholesome Rustic Chocolate Cake. Each recipe has been rigorously tested and perfected over countless hours, ensuring foolproof results every time you step into the kitchen. This culinary journey has been a true labor of love, spanning over three years of meticulous development, testing, and editing. We poured our hearts into “painstakingly crafting every square inch” of its 352 pages, striving for perfection in every detail, from the ingredient measurements to the beautiful photography and helpful tips, to deliver the ultimate paleo recipe book.

The excitement surrounding Ready or Not! has been palpable, especially from those who received advance copies. Witnessing their enthusiastic reactions and hearing their glowing feedback has been immensely gratifying and truly reaffirmed our dedication. It’s moments like these that make all the hard work worthwhile, knowing that our creation is already inspiring and delighting home cooks around the world, helping them embrace the benefits of healthy home cooking.
Henry and I often joke that, with the sole exception of our two incredible children, this cookbook stands as the single greatest thing we’ve ever created. This isn’t just hyperbole; it’s a testament to the profound passion, countless hours, and unwavering commitment we invested. It represents our collective vision to empower you with the tools and inspiration to transform your cooking habits and embrace a healthier, more flavorful lifestyle. We genuinely believe it will become an indispensable companion in your kitchen, simplifying your meals and expanding your culinary repertoire.

Are you properly hyped and ready to dive into a world of delicious, easy-to-make healthy meals? Excellent! Now, here’s how you can become an integral part of the Ready or Not! launch and elevate your cooking game:
1. BUY THE BOOK: Your Journey to Delicious Paleo Meals Starts Now!
The journey to simpler, healthier, and more delicious home cooking begins with a single step: acquiring your copy of Ready or Not!. If you’ve been on the fence or simply waiting for launch day, the moment is now! Don’t miss out on transforming your kitchen experience. This paleo-friendly cookbook is packed with inspiration and practical solutions for every meal of the day. It’s more than just recipes; it’s a commitment to a healthier lifestyle made accessible and enjoyable. So, what are you waiting for?
We’ve made it incredibly easy to get your hands on Ready or Not!. It’s widely available at major retailers both online and in physical stores. Below, you’ll find convenient links to just a few of the top places where you can purchase your copy today, ensuring you don’t delay in bringing this culinary game-changer into your home:
Beyond these prominent retailers, you might also find Ready or Not! stocked at your local Costco, offering another convenient option for U.S. shoppers seeking wholesome, paleo-friendly meal solutions. For our incredible Nomsters residing outside the United States, we haven’t forgotten you! This global phenomenon in healthy eating is available across the world. You can easily find the book in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, China, and Japan, to name just a few countries. What’s more, for unparalleled global accessibility, Book Depository offers the incredible convenience of free worldwide shipping to almost every country imaginable! No matter where you are, you can join the Ready or Not! revolution and start your journey to easy, healthy home cooking.
2. SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE: WRITE A REVIEW!
Once you’ve had the thrilling opportunity to dive into the pages of Ready or Not! and experience its magic in your own kitchen, we would be incredibly grateful if you could take a few moments to rate and review our book. Your honest feedback is invaluable not only to us but also to other aspiring healthy cooks who are considering this cookbook. Reviews help boost visibility, inform potential readers about the book’s benefits, and build a stronger community around the shared passion for delicious, nutritious food.
Below, you’ll find direct links to the review pages on prominent platforms like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Goodreads. Your ratings and detailed reviews will make a world of difference in helping Ready or Not! reach a wider audience and continue to inspire more people on their healthy eating journey. Thank you for your continued support and for helping us spread the joy of cooking!
3. JOIN OUR MISSION: SPREAD THE WORD!
As a true “mom ‘n pop operation” – literally just Henry and myself! – we don’t have the luxury of a massive budget for flashy advertising campaigns to promote Ready or Not!. Instead, we rely wholeheartedly on the incredible power of our community: grassroots sharing and positive word-of-mouth. This organic support is what truly drives us and helps us get the news out about our beloved book. So, we have a very special favor to ask of you, our dedicated Nomsters: Can you please help us spread the word about Ready or Not!?
If your immediate response was a resounding “yes!” without a moment’s hesitation, then a heartfelt THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. Your enthusiasm and support mean the world to us! To make sharing as incredibly easy and convenient as possible, we’ve pulled together a hidden treasure trove of downloadable content just for you! This exclusive resource includes shareable images, pre-written captions, fun graphics, and everything you need to effortlessly spread the good news across your social media channels. Just hit the button below (or click here) to go to this secret page on my website and unlock your sharing kit:
Need an additional incentive to help us ignite the excitement for Ready or Not!? We’ve got just the thing to sweeten the deal! Our amazing friends at Instant Pot have generously agreed to give away a 6-quart Instant Pot Ultra (a fantastic $149 value!) – this is the fanciest and most advanced new version of my absolute favorite multi-use cooker ever – to THREE lucky and loyal Nomsters who help us spread the word about Ready or Not!. As if that wasn’t exciting enough, we’ll also throw in a bunch of exclusive Nom Nom Paleo swag for all three winners, too, ensuring you can show off your Nomster pride!

Entering to win this incredible prize package is simple! By publicly sharing about Ready or Not! on your social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, etc.) during the month of August 2017 and making sure to use the unique hashtag #READYORNOTROCKS, you’ll be automatically entered into our exciting drawing for an Instant Pot Ultra. Feeling stumped for ideas on what to share? No worries at all! Just head over to my dedicated sharing page to get tons of creative ideas and access to all the downloadable content you’ll need to post on social media! But here’s the crucial reminder: You absolutely have to use the official #READYORNOTROCKS hashtag, and your post must be set to public (not private) so that we can easily see it and ensure your entry is included in the drawing for these fantastic prize packages. We’ll select the three fortunate winners on September 1, 2017, so make sure your posts are up before then and stay tuned for the announcement!
*Please note: Unfortunately, due to varying electrical standards and shipping regulations, the Instant Pot Ultra giveaway is restricted to residents of the U.S. and Canada. However, this sweepstakes is open to everyone worldwide! So, if you’re a non-U.S. or non-Canadian Nomster and your name is picked as a winner, I will personally send you a $150 Amazon gift card instead, ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to celebrate with us!
4. COME MEET MICHELLE TAM!
Today isn’t just a monumental publication date for Ready or Not! – it also marks the highly anticipated kick-off of my book tour! Over the next couple of months, I’ll be embarking on an exciting journey, visiting 30 cities across 12 states (plus a special stop in Toronto!) to meet as many of you as possible. If you come out to see me, I’ll be absolutely thrilled to scribble all over your copies of Ready or Not! (and any of my other books you bring!) and hand out some fun, exclusive Nom Nom Paleo swag (while supplies last), too! It’s a wonderful opportunity for us to connect in person and celebrate this incredible new cookbook together.
For comprehensive information about all the upcoming tour stops, specific dates, venues, and to RSVP for an event near you, please visit this link or simply click the image below. We’re constantly updating the schedule, so make sure to check back frequently!
Not seeing a tour stop in your immediate vicinity? Please don’t worry! We are actively working to expand the tour. I’ll be diligently updating this page with additional events and crucial details as soon as they become available (including exciting new events in San Diego and Phoenix that I’m currently in the process of finalizing), so keep checking this page regularly to learn if and when I’ll be in your neck of the woods. You can also enthusiastically email or tweet me with your suggestions for places you think I should visit – your input helps us plan future tour locations!
Okay, that’s all for now – my very first book signing event is just a few hours away, so I gotta get ready to hit the road and meet our amazing Nomsters. Wish me luck on this exciting new chapter!
Looking for even more incredible paleo recipe ideas and healthy meal inspiration? Head on over to my comprehensive Recipe Index, where you’ll find a treasure trove of delicious and easy-to-make dishes. You’ll also discover exclusive recipes that aren’t found anywhere else on my popular iPhone and iPad app, offering convenient access to your favorite Nom Nom Paleo meals on the go. And, of course, don’t forget to explore my other acclaimed cookbooks, Nom Nom Paleo: Food for Humans (Andrews McMeel Publishing 2013), which introduced so many of you to our world of healthy eating, and now, our latest masterpiece, Ready or Not! (Andrews McMeel Publishing 2017)! There’s always something new and delicious to discover with Nom Nom Paleo.