Joanne "Jo" Stepaniak (born 1954) is an American writer specializing in

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and nutrition. She is the author of several books on the subject, including ''The Vegan Sourcebook'' (1998). Stepaniak was elected to the Vegetarian Hall of Fame in June 2008 in

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, at the 34t
Annual Vegetarian Summerfest
of the

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Selected works

* ''Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary'', Book Publishing Company, 1996 () * ''The Vegan Sourcebook'',

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, November 1998 (). Second edition:

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, October 1, 2000 () * ''The Saucy Vegetarian: Quick & Healthful No-Cook Sauces & Dressings'', Book Publishing Company, January 2000 () * ''Being Vegan: Living with Conscience, Conviction, and Compassion'', Lowell House, 2000 () * ''Vegan Deli: Wholesome Ethnic Fast Food'', Book Publishing Company, 2001 () * ''Raising Vegetarian Children'', McGraw-Hill, September 25, 2002 () * ''The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook: Delicious Dairy-Free Cheeses and Classic "Uncheese" Dishes'', Book Publishing Company, 10 Anv edition, December 2003 () * ''Food Allergy Survival Guide: Surviving and Thriving With Food Allergies and Sensitivities'', Healthy Living Publications. August 2004 ()

References

External links

Stepaniak answers questions about veganism

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