Good life starts from the inside. "Recipes for Good Living: The Beginner's Guide to Spirituality" is a spiritual guide from Terry Biddington who encourages readers to open up their souls, find their purpose, and think their way to a happier life where they work towards what they want out of it all. "Recipes for Good Living" is a strong addition to spiritual and inspirational collections, not to be overlooked. ~ Michael J. Carson, Midwest Book Review, www.midwestbookreview.com

What a brilliant book! A gentle intelligent guide and journey companion into the realism of spirituality and what being a spiritual person is all about. Following from the title it used a food and recipe format, breakfasts, entr&éacute;e’s, foreign cuisine and dining out to lead into the discussions of all the different ways we can experience Christian spirituality and the many types of spirituality there are. The personality type quiz at the beginning is great for getting you thinking and leading you in the directions that might best suit you, then at different points there are short but comprehensive breakdowns of jargon and issues that help clear up what can sometimes come over as complex and confusing issues on the journey to spirituality. Nothing is taboo here, we deal with sexuality as well as faith, depression along with creativity, it really is a whole life look at spirituality – and that’s important because spirituality is not just one part of our lives! There are sections on your own experiences to make you think them through, then ‘recipes’ i.e. experiences and actions for you to undertake. My one criticism is that the introduction aims this book at students first going away to university or such and for me this just means that some people who may otherwise find this book of value may well be put off, thinking it’s not for them, when really this book is excellent for anyone of any age, for those who are ‘beginners’ and those looking for refreshment. ~ Melanie Carroll, The Goodbookstall

"The best book on spirituality in a decade." "A must read for all searching for help with their own spirit life or wanting to help and teach others.It is accessible, fun and filled with wisdom." St Deny's Bookshop, (Manchester) review of Terry Biddington: 'Recipes for Good Living: A Beginner's Guide to Spirituality.' ~ St Denys Bookshop, Manchester, St Deny's

“The work of a chaplain accompanying students at a large university grows more complex as students say that they (indeed their families) have no roots in religion. This rootlessness is mixed with a widespread distrust of religion at the outset of the relationship with a chaplain. No longer are there the not-too-distant roots to which a chaplain might refer them. Recipes for Good Living offers modes of conversation that honours such students’ independence, complexity, and mystery. The playful metaphor of food for acquiring one’s spiritual taste is delightful and disarming. The exercises or recipes invite the spiritual guide or chaplain to respect the personality, experience, history, and freedom of the inquirer or seeker. Biddington creates the freedom to be playful and exploratory in discovering one’s spiritual needs. Then, when the taste has been discovered and acquired, religious concepts are introduced with subtlety and respect. Here is an approach that protects the inquirer from the prefabricated answers or designs of a guide that are not in harmony with the psyche and life of the seeker.” Clement Mehlman Lutheran chaplain DalhousieUniversity, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada ~ Clement Mehlman, Dalhousie University

Review for previous book Risk-Shaped Discipleship: On Going Deeper into the Life of God Through a strong scriptural base, Terry Biddington challenges Christians to redirect their faith in a proactive and risky manner, akin to the way in which Jesus lived out his life on earth. Complacency and a lackadaisical cloud have overtaken the modern day church, leaving little room for active discipleship or pre-emptive religious ministry. Biddington utilizes biblical examples to weave together an attainable and encouraging image of what discipleship within the modern church looks like — and it is risky business. A gem of a resource for individual use or study groups, this book holds pearls of wisdom that offer revitalization and change to those willing to receive it.   ~ , Church of England Newspaper

Terry Biddington has wide and deep experience of working with young adults, especially in Universities. He has produced a book which imaginatively draws on culinary imagery to aid spiritual searching. It will be a useful tool for students and others who sense there is “something more” to life than the material, and who want to do some exploring. Taste and see; this might be just what you are looking for. ~ The Revd Dr Stephen Heap, Higher Education Adviser, Church of England.

Terry Biddington’s latest work engages the reader in a unique, homely, and skilful way with the difficult concept of “spirituality.” Using familiar images and experiences his insightful and balanced understanding of his subject provides not only an excellent personal resource for the journey towards human and spiritual wholeness, but also a valuable and enriching talking point through searching questions and tasks in the whole process of growth, change, and development .I am confident that student and mentor alike will welcome this book and appreciate its potential in the work of spiritual, emotional, and physical integration of life. A masterpiece! I want to say I appreciated your work here so very much and could have written pages in response! I wish it had been available when I was chaplain! Every possible good wish for success with it! ~ Sister Teresa Kennedy, PBVM , Former National Coordinator, Catholic Church Committee for Higher Education, UK.

Recipes for Good Living gets to the heart of the importance but also the struggles of maintaining a balanced student life alongside a fresh and nourished spiritual life. With his honest and open style, Terry Biddington allows the space and reassurance for individuals to look deeper at the ordinary, to reveal the extraordinary. A valuable resource for any one embarking on the adventure of student life. ~ Sarah Henderson, Former Convenor, General Council of the British Student Christian Movement.

Every year for thousands of young people University offers the freedom and opportunity to learn, to have fun, and hopefully to grow. Amidst this hubbub, spirituality is often a neglected aspect of life. Using cooking as a metaphor for nourishing the soul, Terry Biddington's book invites the reader to sit down to a menu of ideas around spirituality. Written in a light and practical way it will be a good companion those curious about the deeper meaning to life. A cook book worth having on your shelf! ~ Yvonne Harris, Head of Student Health and Wellbeing, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK.

Thanks for this. I really enjoyed reading what you've written. I wish I’d had this when I was at university. ~ David Masters, European Regional Secretary World Student Christian Federation

The tone is pitched just right. I did have a need to read on, as you are consistently leading and challenging the reader to think, which is good. It also looks as if it will work for people to dip in to too, which, from a student point of view, is very good! I can't wait to see the finished illustrations. ~ Stuart Robb, Postgraduate student, Manchester University

I think the concept is much needed and is very good. The content is certainly interesting and flows very easily, I could see myself happily reading this and I would not class myself as anything near being a Book worm. The language is user friendly and accessible. I feel that the non religious perspective is achieved well. I think you have a gem of a book here. ~ Chris Betson, Anglican Priest, Sheffield, UK