A "cookbook author" is a person who writes and creates recipes for cookbooks. They are knowledgeable about cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavors and share their expertise with others through their books. Full definition
I too was once a first time cookbook author, and I love to see it happen for someone else! (healthygreenkitchen.com)
Most of my favorite vegan cookbook authors are huge bloggers and I can grab the recipes online but I still support them by buying their cookbooks! (keepinitkind.com)
This cookbook is a carefully curated collection of recipes from cookbook authors, chefs and bloggers all over the world, all deemed to be «genius» in one way or another. (styleathome.com)