For much of 2013, readers and members of the gluten-free community nominated their favorite authors, books, cookbooks, and ebooks in the inaugural Gluten Free Author Awards 2013. The voting period drew broad participation from enthusiasts and professionals alike, and the results are now finalized. Winners may proudly display Gold, Silver, Bronze, or Honorable Mention badges on their websites or blogs to recognize their achievement. Congratulations to every nominee and winner for contributing valuable resources to people living gluten-free.
All votes for the Gluten Free Author Awards 2013 were verified through a third-party survey system provided by Udi’s Gluten Free to ensure a fair and transparent process. The verification helped confirm the authenticity of the entries and the integrity of the results, giving voters confidence in the outcomes that follow.
And the winners are…
FAVORITE GLUTEN FREE AUTHOR
Gold: Jimmy Boswell (New Zealand)
Silver: Jeanne Sauvage
Bronze: Carol Fenster
Runner-up: Debbie Simpson
FAVORITE GLUTEN FREE BOOK
Gold: “The Everything Guide to Living Gluten Free” – Jeanine Friesen
Silver: “The Gluten-Free Diet: A Comprehensive Resource Guide” – Shelley Case
Bronze: “Adam’s Gluten Free Surprise” – Debbie Simpson
Runner-up: “The Gluten Effect” – Drs. Richard and Vikki Petersen
FAVORITE GLUTEN FREE COOKBOOK
Gold: “The Everything Guide to Living Gluten Free” – Jeanine Friesen
Silver: “Gluten Free on a Shoestring” Series – Nicole Hunn
Bronze: “The Everything Wheat-Free Diet Cookbook” – Lauren Kelly
Runner-up: “1000 Gluten-Free Recipes” – Carol Fenster, Ph.D.
FAVORITE GLUTEN FREE eBOOK
Gold: “Gluten-Free Bread Baking Defined” – Carla Spacher
Silver: “Gluten-Free Beginnings: Easy Starter Guide” – Kathy Smart & Lisa Cantkier
Bronze: “Adam’s Gluten Free Surprise” – Debbie Simpson
Runner-up: “Gluten Free in Afghanistan” – Benjamin Andrasik
We extend sincere thanks to everyone who participated in the 2013 Gluten Free Author Awards. The nominations and votes reflect the community’s appreciation for authors and creators who provide trustworthy information, practical recipes, and encouragement for living a gluten-free lifestyle. These resources support people managing celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or those choosing gluten-free living for other health or dietary reasons.
Winners are encouraged to add their award badges to their sites and blogs to share their recognition with readers. Badges help visitors identify trusted authors and titles at a glance, and they promote visibility for creators who prioritize gluten-free education and recipe development. If you need help placing a badge or embedding the provided code into a blog post or website, reach out to the award organizers or site administrator for guidance on proper display and sizing.
Nomination for the following year remains open to the public; community members may continue to recommend authors and titles throughout the year. Ongoing nominations help ensure that new voices and recent publications gain consideration, and they keep the awards current with evolving trends, research, and recipe developments in the gluten-free field.
To all winners and nominees: thank you for your dedication to creating high-quality, helpful content for the gluten-free community. Your work makes it easier for people to find reliable guidance, delicious recipes, and supportive information. Please display your earned badge with pride and continue contributing to a growing, informed community.