Vegan eating is hotter than ever—and no wonder, given myriad studies, experts, and celebrities touting its undeniable health and weight-loss benefits (hats off to you, Bill Clinton). In addition to fantastic, no-animal-product recipes, many of these 2012 vegan cookbooks boast some of the most beautiful food photography of 2012. Give one or more as a gift to yourself or a loved one seeking to make a healthy change.