Bake It 'Til You Make It

The Story of a Risk-Taking Cookie Queen

Published by Matt Holt Books
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

When life crumbles, don’t quit—bake a better batch!

What if every failure was just the preheat before your greatest comeback? In Bake It Til You Make It, powerhouse entrepreneur Molly Blakeley serves up a wildly inspiring, laugh-out-loud, no-filter story about turning life’s messiest moments into the ultimate recipe for success: resilience, grit, and a dash of faith.

Molly’s journey is anything but cookie-cutter. From owning an Alaskan lodge and running restaurants to managing flower shops, roller derby, and launching dress boutiques—her twenties and thirties were a whirlwind of big dreams, epic crashes, and fierce comebacks. Every venture—whether it soared or sank—taught her one thing: you can’t lose if you never stop rising.

Then came the cookies. One late night after a business deal gone wrong. Molly was down to her last $150 in a rural Alaska town. Molly’s spark turned into a full-blown flavor revolution. Bourbon. Bacon. Amaretto cherries. Molly Bz cookies exploded from her kitchen to QVC, Costco, Walmart, and Target—with just pure hustle, heart, and holy determination.

In this bold, hilarious, and brutally honest book, Molly shows you how to turn your setbacks into setups for your biggest wins. You’ll learn how to:
  • Flip rejection into rocket fuel
  • Use chaos as your creativity gym
  • Turn wild ideas into can’t-resist brands
  • Keep the faith when all you’ve got left is grit


Part business playbook, part comeback story, and 100% inspiration, Bake It Til You Make It is your reminder that the sweetest victories rise from the messiest beginnings. So grab your apron (and your dreams), because it’s time to bake something amazing—starting with you.

About The Author

Molly Blakeley is the founder of Molly Bz Cookies, a nationally recognized gourmet cookie brand known for its unique flavors and creative approach. From her humble beginnings as a single mom in rural Alaska to becoming a household name, Molly’s journey is a testament to her determination, faith, and passion. Her cookies have been featured on QVC, in major retailers, and on airlines, and she’s been celebrated as a trendsetter by Food Network. Molly’s story is one of resilience and innovation, inspiring others to pursue their dreams.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Matt Holt Books (October 27, 2026)
  • Length: 256 pages
  • ISBN13: 9798902680093

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