About Me

When Ann Diggs passed away, her son Tom inherited her recipe cards. Going through them, they read like a veritable Rosetta stone of post-war feminism, food history, and an accidental memoir. Having shared her struggles with and recovery from an eating disorder, Tom felt compelled to write about her through her signature -and some of his favorite - recipes. He has made each dish so that he could delve experientially into the nuances of each card.

• Food Enthusiasts: Engage readers who have a passion for culinary history, exploring recipes, and discovering the cultural significance of food. 
• History Buffs: Appeal to those interested in social history, women's history, and the broader context of post-World War II America.
• Memoir Readers: Attract individuals seeking powerful personal stories that touch upon themes of family, mental health, and resilience.
• Book Clubs: Offer rich discussion topics related to food, culture, gender roles, and personal growth.
• Recovery/Self-Help Market: Present an eating disorder narrative of a post-WW 2 homemaker in the context of healing and recovery

Tom is a professional playwright and fiction writer. He attended Brown University and received an MFA in Writing from NYU/Tisch, He was nominated for a Pulitzer for Drama in 2013 for his play “Fair and Decent”. In addition to writing and teaching, he has worked on both sides of the food-service kitchen door, as well as being a member of the Sommelier Guild. He has blogged about my mother’s recipe cards (Tumblr) as well as posted hundreds of weekend home bakes on social media as “Today’s Baking Challenge.” www.tomdiggs.com, Socials: @tomdiggs, @diggsyt