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1-Simply Sensational Cookies  - Nancy Baggett - 2012
Sophisticated, contemporary cookie recipes from one of America's most respected baking experts
From bestselling cookbook author and award-winner Nancy Baggett comes Simply Sensational Cookies, a delicious collection of cookie recipes that covers both the classics that mom used to make and modern, innovative ideas for the adventurous baker. Whether you're a novice baker, an experienced cook, or a parent looking for new treats to try, this is the ideal cookbook for cookie-lovers, with more than 200 recipes ranging from fast and simple no-bake preparations to challenging projects for experienced bakers.
Features more than 200 recipes, from traditional cookies like chocolate chip to sophisticated, savory cocktail nibbles
Includes gorgeous and inspiring full-color photography throughout

2-Daily Cookie - Anna Ginsberg - 2012
The Daily Cookie: 365 Tempting Treats for the Sweetest Year of Your Life is a veritable cookiepedia served up with lighthearted historical and celebratory anecdotes, quotes, and trivia designed to inspire the baker in you 365 days a year.
With The Daily Cookie, there's no need to wait for an occasion to bake a batch of cookies. Every day is cause to celebrate, whether it's Elvis's birthday (Peanut Browned Butter Banana-Bacon Cookies), Day of the Ninja (Chocolate "Ninjabread" Cookies), or Squirrel Appreciation Day (Caramel Nut Bars).
While the occasions are sometimes a little offbeat, the recipes are seriously good, with tried-and-true instructions and tips for getting the best results. Best of all, each of the 365 recipes features a full-color photograph of the finished cookie.
Whether you like chewy, crispy, chunky, bars, brownies, supereasy (some even no-bake), sweet, salty, savory, or even vegan and gluten-free options, there's something for everyone...

3-Les Petits Macarons - Kathryn Gordon 2011
Macarons, the stuff of bakers" candy-coated dreams, have taken the world by storm and are demystified here for the home baker, With dozens of flavor combinations, recipes are structured with three basic shell methods—French, Swiss, and Italian—plus one never-before-seen Easiest French Macaron Method. Pick one that works for you, and go on to create French-inspired pastry magic with nothing more than a mixer, an oven, and a piping bag.  Try shells flavored with pistachio, blackberry, coconut, and red velvet, filled with the likes of sesame buttercream, strawberry guava pâte de fruit, crunchy dark chocolate ganache, and lemon curd. Or go savory with shells like saffron, parsley, and ancho chile paired with fillings like hummus, foie gras with black currant, and duck confit with port and fig. The options for customization are endless, and the careful, detailed instruction is like a private baking class in your very own kitchen! All recipes have been tested by students and teachers alike and are guaranteed to bring the flavors of France right to your door.

4-Macarons - Cecile Cannone 2010
From acclaimed pastry chef Cecile Cannone, founder of MacarOn Café in New York City, comes the ultimate guide to baking delicious French macarons. These adorable sandwich-like treats have exploded in popularity and have been declared by many to be the hottest dessert since the cupcake. With stunning photographs and easy-to-follow directions, the chef shares her expert secrets for creating the perfect cookie. Featuring delicious favorite flavors—like rich dark chocolate, nutty pistachio, and creamy lemon as well as more unusual offerings such as white crème brulée, espresso, and even green tea—the book includes macaron recipes for every taste.