Michaels Desserts

Book excerpt: At Nine years Old, Michael C. Platt's young life changed dramatically when he learned he had a disability ... it also happens to be when he fell in love with baking. In his debut cookbook, Michael tells his incredible story of discovering baking to help manage epileptic seizures. Featured on season 4 of "Food Baking Championship" on Food Network, Michael has become one of the premier teen bakers in the country and turned his passion for dishing out delectable sweets into a business and charity. In the book, Michael's big heart is on full display as he shares the inspiration behind his advocacy to end food insecurity and tips for how anyone can do their part to ensure people have access to food in their communities. Michaels Desserts is a fun and accessible cookbook, perfect for kids learning how to bake or anyone who wants to discover exciting and delicious new dessert recipes. Book jacket.