"Hyslop's warm commentary on each brownie makes this more than simply a cookbook. It's a book you want to read with a glass of wine or a cup of tea and reminisce about your first job, or that summer full of too many pina coladas, or even a first love. Whether you're team fudgy brownie or cakey brownie, or all about the underrated chewy brownie, you'll find recipes to love and plenty of laughs and lots of comfort in The Brownie Diaries." --Martha Stewart Living

"Quite simply, it filled me with delight" --Nigella Lawson

"Everything looks so indulgent and inviting, I want to dive in and grab a piece of those brownies. Not only does it look beautifully delicious, it also looks very comforting." --Chetna Makan

"A quirky ode to the humble chocolate dessert ... For those who love a midnight splurge or a midday pick-me-up, this tasty collection delivers" --Publishers Weekly

"This book covers every occasion, from casual to fancy ... There is definitely something for everyone." - Seattle Book Review