Bohemian by the bay

“As you turn these pages, enter the spaces. The porch light is on, and the music is playing. The jambalaya’s almost ready. Come meet the bay’s dreamers, drummers, and artists—its keepers of kitsch, its champions of resilience. Welcome to Bohemian by the Bay. Let the stories and the good times rol...

Yellow september

"Multiple narrators add depth and texture to an engaging tale of loss and resilience." —Kirkus Indie ReviewsIn a heartwarming story of love, loss, and perseverance, debut author Shannon Terry Wiley chronicles the experiences of those in Shreveport, Louisiana, during the September 1873 outbreak of...

What color is goodness?

Inspired by the question of her cartwheeling five-year-old niece, “Emmy, What Color is Goodness?,” this poem was written to help readers find goodness in the most unexpected places.First-time author EMILY MORRISON offers a vision of kindness, acceptance, and understanding in unsettled times withi...

Scrim my tail: as told to margaret orr

In 2025, the Mystic Krewe of Barkus named Scrim—New Orleans’s most infamous canine escape artist—their grand marshal. In a dramatic leap from a second-story window triggered by a cat ambush, this seventeen-pound Westie mix bolted in April 2024. Surviving hurricanes, a blizzard, and two gunshot wo...

Elephant of sadness, butterfly of joy

"A creative and unique way to explore poetry and emotions with young children." - Kirkus ReviewElephant of Sadness, Butterfly of Joy is a collection of twenty-four picture poems that explores the realm of human emotion. Each poem links an animal with an emotion and uses sensory imagery to spark c...

Sailing with angels

Sailing with Angels is a lyrical fable about grief, memory, and enduring love and a gentle reminder that love stays bright, even against strong headwinds.In her debut book, Laura Briel Sullivan introduces Princess Briel, a young girl navigating the loss of the generation ahead of her. Guided by a...

Tractor dance

Mardi gras in new orleans

Inhale, exhale...shoot!

Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! follows Kunall the Pelican, a talented young basketball player who loves the game—but when it’s time to take the big shot, anxiety creeps in. His wings tremble, his belly tightens, and his mind fills with doubt. What if he misses? What if everyone is watching?Set in the co...

Becky fos and her world of color

Lila said no

"Quirky and entertaining, with a kid- and parent-savvy message." - Kirkus ReviewsA sharp-witted story about the antics of a charmingly defiant four-year-old girl simply delighted to test the will and patience of her well-meaning parents.Lila regularly says "no" to her parents’ daily requests like...

Who's your mama, are you catholic, and can you make a roux?

Marcelle Bienvenu's highly anticipated new release of her timeless classic, Who's Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make A Roux? is a treasure trove of over two hundred recipes, now complete with a foreword by Emeril Lagasse and sumptuous color photography capturing the essence of every se...

Commander's kitchen

“Not many cookbooks have so many winning ingredients as does Commander’s Kitchen! The knowledge, experience, and devotion of Ti Martin and the legendary Brennan family mixed in with the talent and creativity of Chef Jamie Shannon make for a ‘must-have’ cookbook!” —Paul Prudhomme, chef and owner, ...

Phoebe cakes and friends an alphabet tail

Come along with Phoebe and her tail-wagging, four-legged friends to learn your ABCs, one giggle at a time!This board book is especially designed and crafted to stimulate and entertain little learners.  As they learn the alphabet, they will be greeted by bright colors, lift-and-find flaps and easy...

A little book about fire

Burning within each one of us is the promise of a flame. It may be a wildfire, it might be just an ember, or it might even be kindling in need of a spark. A Little Book About Fire is the flint and steel to set your heart ablaze. This book is an introspective look into how we might harness what’s ...

Beyond beyond

Featured in THE BOSTON GLOBE'S Love Letters + INSIDER.COM + NEWS NATION You are never too old and it's never too late....Beyond Beyond is today's version of 84, Charing Cross Road, via months of email correspondence chronicling the joys of living into one’s 80s and beyond.The unlikely and extraor...

The little book of king cake

Lila duray

Huh? talking insects

Listen up. Have you heard the buzz? Humans aren’t the only big talkers out there. Insects also communicate using sound. But what do the sounds mean? Scientists are uncovering the un-BEE-lievable answers—and so will you!Author Joyce Markovics returns with the newest addition to the How Living Thin...

Huh? talking plants

You might think of plants as the green silent type. But new discoveries are turning that idea upside down.Science shows that plants can sense—and make their own—sounds! Plants also communicate in other surprising ways. Flip open this book and get ready to be a-MAIZE-d!Did you know that some plant...

Only one shot

Elite, competitive, gritty, healthy competitors are made; they are not managed into existence. Tomorrow’s generation of athletes will be made primarily by the good judgment and keen discrimination of parents, mentors, and coaches. None of these will be more important than the support a junior gol...

Lynn wyatt

**Featured in Town & Country, Garden & Gun, and AirMail**Beautiful, witty, charming, entertaining, lively, and loyal—all words that describe Lynn Wyatt, an extraordinary woman who is fiercely dedicated to family, friends, philanthropy, arts, and fashion.Lynn Wyatt is a treasure trove of b...

Classical shindig

Make the acquaintance of two of New Orleans’ most beloved hosts and concert pianists, Michael and Quinn, who sure do know their shindigs.From seasonal celebrations to iconic book clubs to lavish parties for friends, family, and charities (both local and national), Michael and Quinn have seen, don...

Who let the nerves out?

When a sudden bout of worry and anxiety strikes Mia’s entire class one day, she is determined to discover why, and—most importantly—how to cope.  Mia observes several of her classmates showing signs of nervousness. She asks why and learns of their worries such as tripping and falling, upsetting a...

Chatterbox

To be seen and not heard was never going to happen for Barbara Worton, a.k.a. Chatterbox.Talking, which she started doing in full sentences at fourteen months, is in her DNA. Her Italian American mother was a champion talker. Her German Dutch father had to be a listener. Her mother’s parents and ...

And then there were ten

This Myra Menville's first book, AND THEN THERE WERE TEN. It is a true love story about a woman who came from a privileged family with thirteen siblings, meets the love of her life on a blind date, breaks her engagement to one of the Gettys, and marries this man David Loker a year later.The first...

Scrim

SCRIM: A New Orleans Story of Resilience and Rescue chronicles the heartwarming and epic journey of Scrim the terrier throughout New Orleans in picture book form for animal lovers everywhere. A true story, and originally featured in The Times-Picayune, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The...

Nana nana

A comforting multigenerational story and powerful resource for children with a loved one diagnosed with Dementia—tackling big feelings and encouraging openness, compassion, and understanding.Nana Nana illustrates the sweet relationship between a boy and his beloved grandmother as they both grappl...

Flaming hearts, weeping angels

In a city where rumors of ghosts and spirits swirl, it’s fitting that the history of New Orleans’s cemeteries is just as steeped in intrigue. In Flaming Hearts & Weeping Angels: Secrets & Symbols in New Orleans’s Cemeteries, writer and photographer Sally Asher masterfully assembles everyt...

Alora’s pajama party and her secret sleepover squad

Alora is excited for her family’s big move. Her parents promised that she can have a pajama party in their new house, and she can’t wait to invite her friends. There’s just one problem: Alora doesn’t know how to host a pajama party.  Good thing her new house comes with some new friends, three dus...

Where do they go on game day?

We go to The Grove on game day to tailgate in style and hope for the Rebels to win. But what about the squirrels of Oxford who live in The Grove? Where do they go when their home is overrun with people and tents?It is a question many have asked but few can answer . . . until now!Join the squirrel...

Through the lens of a dancer

With the eye of a photographer and the deftness of a dancer, Caras delves into the beautiful but all-consuming world of ballet—from the miracles and mishaps on the stage to the intricate interpersonal workings off of it—taking readers through his life with humor and candor.At a young age, Steven ...

Coastal shindig

You’ve made the acquaintance of Michael and Quinn, two of New Orleans’ most beloved hosts, in Classical Shindig—now, it is time to celebrate their gulfside escapades in Coastal Shindig. Welcome to “The Pass,” Michael and Quinn’s coastal retreat. Just a jaunt away from life in New Orleans, their h...

Rhythm & roux

“New Orleans has shaped us. It has challenged and embraced us. And in return, we offer our crafts as thanks. Our tribute to this place reflects a relationship that is deeply personal, often spiritual, and always passionate.”—Brian Landry “I’ve always felt that music and food are part of the same ...

Reel masters

A 2017 Independent Publishers Awards (IPPY) Silver Medal Winner Part cookbook, this collection of 42 carefully curated recipes is gratifyingly inviting, inventive, and one of the finest to be found. Part guidebook, acclaimed chefs take us fishing along the coastlines and inland shores of the spor...

Andrea's cooktales

Andrea's Cooktales: A Keepsake Cookbook. Learn New Recipes, Treasure Old Ones is the debut book of one of America’s top 100 home cooks. This heirloom cookbook is meant to be savored, splattered, and shared. It features "New-Generation" Southern recipes that are unique, fun, and easy to follow. Sp...

Mutts

MUTTS is a photographic celebration of mystery mixed breeds. If you've ever loved a bonafide mutt, you know that they're some of the best, most loyal dogs ever.MUTTS features more than 100 gorgeous pups from all different origins and breeds, photographed by Olivia Grey Pritchard. Each photo is ac...

Phoebe cakes the bulldog a mardi gras tail

From Twelfth Night to Mardi Gras, follow Phoebe, a tiny bulldog on a tail-wagging adventure through the streets of New Orleans in search of a parade just for dogs!"Beads, bouncy balls, and blinky rings...You can catch so many things.So many things to see and do!Throw me something I can chew!"Phoe...

The big book of king cake

"I once ate more than eighty king cakes in a single Carnival," author Matt Haines proudly remembers, demonstrating his dedication to this delicious Mardi Gras tradition. "So you can imagine how amazed I was to learn there has never been a coffee table book dedicated to king cakes!"The Big Book of...

I wanna do that!

The move from spectator to participant is a quantum leap. Yet each Mardi Gras in New Orleans, thousands of people make that leap, abandoning inhibition and reveling in the ever-growing creative phenomenon of marching krewes.To celebrate this untold story, I Wanna Do That! Celebrating the Magic of...