Ken Haedrich

Ken Haedrich is one of America’s leading baking authorities and prolific writer, the author of 18 cookbooks and hundreds of magazine articles. His book PIE ACADEMY is a perennial best seller, beloved by beginner and experienced pie makers alike.

Ken has received numerous accolades for his work and is the recipient of The Julia Child Cookbook Award. He has spoken about food and food writing at The Smithsonian, appeared on numerous radio and television shows including Good Morning America, and has been a regular contributor to such magazines as Food and Wine, Bon Appetit, Real Simple, and Better Homes and Gardens.

Ken is the creator of the popular website, The Pie Academy where he shares his passion for pies and expertise with thousands of subscribers. Each fall, he and his wife Bev host the Lowcountry Pie Getaway in Charleston, S.C., where folks converge from all parts of the country to hone their pie making skills under Ken’s tutelage.

In 2017 Storey Publishing released Ken's THE HARVEST BAKER, a collection of 150 recipes celebrating the pure joy of preparing muffins, biscuits, quick breads, pizzas, calzones, yeast breads, cakes, cookies and more with the very best of fresh, seasonal produce.

Ken is available for interviews, speaking engagements, cooking demonstrations and more.