Susan Schadt Press

Defined by his dogged fortitude and courage, his exploits became legend: snacking on chili dogs, dodging streetcars, crashing Saints tailgates, and even chatting with a giraffe at the zoo. But it was a New Year’s Eve firework scare and a run to Harahan that led to a turning point—and a cozy couch. Pondering his newly acquired leisure time, Scrim gave his first-person account of his adventures to trusted friend and beloved storyteller Margaret Orr. 

Now, Scrim recounts his journey from runaway rogue to local icon in his own words (with help from Margaret Orr). Scrim My Tail: As Told to Margaret Orr is a heartwarming story of survival, sass, and finding out that, sometimes, the best adventures lead you home.

Inspired by Shel Silverstein, Emily Morrison stretches the bounds of imagination and enchantment in this collection infused with humor, empathy, profound truths, and delightful characters. The clever interplay of Aileen Bennett’s illustrations draws the reader into the nuances of the words as they come alive in the reader’s mind.

Readers are introduced to Lila Duray—a quirky, book-loving girl with a passion for writing and whose author, Emily Morrison, has a penchant for poetry. Surrounded by an equally outrageous cast of characters, Lila Duray: A Collection of Delightfully Delectable Poems invokes whimsy in the ordinary and puts the extra in the extraordinary.

Let your imagination run wild, go on a safari, a race against time, or an adventure in outer space. Morrison stretches the bounds of imagination and enchantment in this collection infused with humor, empathy, and profound truths. 

Lila Duray is meant to be shared and often read aloud. It may even inspire young readers to write their own poetry. This book will be cherished by readers of all ages. Perfect for gifting or special occasions, this collector’s item will be treasured for years to come.

Welcome to Reptile Ridge! Population: twenty thousand lizards and one cat.

The cat, Boris, has it good. Living in Reptile Ridge, he is a menace to all lizards and they are defenseless to stop him. Only Arnold, the skinniest lizard of all, is brave enough to face the fierce feline. His plan? A muscleman matchup against Boris. His fellow lizards doubt and laugh, sure that he could never beat the cat, but Arnold is determined to prove himself against the big bully and save the town from its feline foe.

With lessons in getting back up and standing up for yourself and those around you, The Feline Foe of Reptile Ridge, the writing debut of acclaimed artist Matt Rinard, is the laugh-out-loud story of a true underdog.

Once upon a time, on an isle not so far away,
Where Ocean tides and sea winds play,
A princess mourned of what had passed,
While souls set drift upon raised masts.

In a poetic take on loss, debut author Laura Sullivan Ethridge delivers the wonderfully whimsical yet grounded story of Princess Briel, a young girl dealing with an impossible grief.

Guided by her talisman, Princess Briel traverses across the sea and island, encountering a charming cast of characters—from the Judge to the Alchemist to the Harbormaster, each offers the young princess a piece of life’s sage wisdom. Sailing with Angels takes readers on a lyrical voyage on the moonbeam and is a powerful reminder that “love stays bright,” even in the harshest storm.

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 Things Communicate series, Huh? Talking Insects—this time exploring the multitude of ways insects communicate with one another. From buzzes and chirps to click and rattles, young scientists can investigate the way insects, such as crickets, cicadas, grasshoppers, bees, and more, “speak” to one another! Including a backyard bug experiment and chock-full of interesting information on communicative critters, this book is sure to spark scientific curiosity in readers.

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 Wall Street Journal, ABC, CBS & NBC News and more, Scrim became an instant hero, "a living, panting embodiment of the spirit of New Orleans." -The New York Times

This touching and beguilingly nuanced illustrated book, the story of a terrier-mix rescue who overcame trauma and hardships and kept going despite it all, is sure to be cherished, collected, and gifted by dog lovers and those who empathize with the obstacles all rescues face and endure.

Author Kaye Courington, a lifelong animal lover and advocate, "wrote this book because Scrim’s story represents the resiliency and strong community of New Orleans. So many people came together to find and help Scrim—I’m not sure that would’ve happened anywhere else.”

Michelle Cheramie, founder/owner of Zeus’ Rescues, coalesced a community of volunteers for some nine months to aid in Scrim’s ultimate journey to his forever home. That journey (documented by a srimtracker.com) encompassed evading death at a former shelter, surviving a hurricane, two gunshot wounds, dodging a train, crossing an interstate highway, and the 2025 New Orleans six-inch snowstorm.

More than just a story, SCRIM is a testament to resilience and the lifesaving power of pet rescue. In an inspiring gesture of giving back, the author is donating all of her royalties to local rescues to support animals in need. 

See Scrim in film and print QR codes included in the back matter of the book for all readers. Including articles from The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Times-Picayune and videos from CBS, NBC and Scrim’s Happy Dance and Scooby and Scrim I LOVE Mornings to experience the FUR-ever joy of Scrim finally at home.

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 colorful heart of New Orleans, this beautifully illustrated picture book offers more than just a story about sports. It gently introduces children to mindfulness and breathwork as tools for managing stress, self-doubt, and performance anxiety—on the court and in everyday life. With encouragement from his coach and support from his teammates, Kunall learns to center himself, take a deep breath, and trust in his abilities.

Perfect for children ages 4–8, especially those who experience anxiety, love sports, or need a calming reminder to breathe through big emotions. Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! is an inspiring story of resilience, emotional awareness, and the power of staying present.

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 plants make noises when they’re stressed? Others can “hear” caterpillars munching on their leaves or bees buzzing nearby!

This book takes young readers on a fascinating–and giggle-inducing–journey into the new and exciting world of plant communication. Along the way, they’ll get to know experts in the field, learn some cutting-edge science, and conduct their own “talking plant” experiment.  

What child isn’t excited to get the baby in the king cake? But it’s not all fun in games for third grader, Miley. After finding the baby in her slice of cake, she is crowned Queen of her classroom and quickly learns her new power comes with responsibility.

As Queen, it’s Miley’s job to bring the next king cake to class, and she wants to make her friends happy by bringing the perfect one. Which king cake should she choose? New Orleans has hundreds of different kinds and everyone has a different opinion about what makes Louisiana’s favorite confection special! But with some advice from her dad and the help of a four-and-a-half-foot-tall plastic baby and a team of talking pastries, Miley tries to get to the bottom of Mardi Gras’ most pressing question once and for all: who makes the best king cake?

From Matt Haines, author of mega-hit The Big Book of King Cake, comes the children’s book adaptation of Matt’s very own king cake story. The Little Book of King Cake is brought to life through Matt’s expert storytelling and the marvelous art of Louisiana illustrator Aileen Bennett. It’s a great addition to the library of anyone who loves The Big Book of King Cake, as well as the perfect holiday or Carnival season gift for the little king cake lovers in your life.

With original artwork showcased in a collectible children’s book, dive into the vibrant kaleidoscopic world of one of Louisiana’s most talented artists, Becky Fos.

From her famous crowned pelicans, to portraits of powerful figures like Louis Armstrong and Frida Kahlo, Becky Fos is one of the most well-known and acclaimed contemporary artists in Louisiana. Her paintings grace the walls of homes and businesses all across the region, and now children will be able to study a wide selection of her paintings up close and as often as they’d like.

Through gentle verse, Becky Fos and Her World of Color details Becky’s artistic process and techniques. Children will get an incredible behind-the-scenes perspective of one of Louisiana’s rising stars–they’ll learn that she sketches her paintings first and that, instead of a paintbrush, she uses a palette knife–a tool that she glides across the canvas in flat strokes of thick, layered color.

Becky’s vibrant and dramatic paintings come to life on every page, inspiring children to exercise their own creativity and self-expression right alongside her. Turn to the last four pages of the book to create your own version of some of Becky’s famous scenes.

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 friend, and getting a wrong answer. Soon she realizes the worry has spread to her as well! A bit of detective work leads her to the cause: an unexpected person toppled over the jar of nervous feelings on the teacher’s shelf, and the nerves spread to the entire class! 

Mia unravels the mystery and helps her friends cope with their nerves—that uneasy feeling that affects each person so differently. If ever the nerves escape from the jar again, Mia has made sure that her friends—as well as everyone reading along—will have the confidence to manage them.    

Who Let the Nerves Out is a captivating story infused with a bit of mystery and loaded with real-world application. Readers will learn invaluable lessons from Mia’s observations, empathy toward classmates, and open conversations about feelings like worry and anxiety. Her story encourages a sense of mindfulness in all children, which is an invaluable tool in youth through adulthood. 

Mia’s winning coping strategy—take a deep breath, smile, and count to 10—is one that every reader can rely on again and again. 

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 grapple with changes associated with her Alzheimer’s diagnosis and its painful, winding path. In his brilliant debut title, author Nate Bertone captures the experience of dementia told from a child's perspective. 

Initially, Nana is having a hard time doing the things she and Nate used to enjoy together. She has started to forget the words to her favorite songs, Nate's birthday, and even his name. But as the book progresses, Nana's memory deteriorates even more, and her symptoms escalate to include changes in personality and behavior. 

The love bleeds off the page in the incredibly emotive illustrations by James Claridades. Nana Nana gives children a better understanding of Alzheimer’s and how to handle the changes in their loved ones. The conversation between Nate and Nana flows so beautifully and organically, and the tone is optimistic. Nate consistently exhibits incredible compassion for his Nana. He is patient with her, and he is kind. This book begs the question, “What happens if we just play along like children do?"

Nate’s innocent but perceptive questions show children that it’s OK to ask questions and have big feelings. It's okay to notice changes in someone, and it’s OK to be sad. 

Nana Nana shines a unique and compassionate light upon a subject that can oftentimes be uncomfortable or scary for children. The conversational journey between Nate and his Nana is warm, tangible, and approachable, but the impact is profound. Their story allows for a greater understanding of such a confusing and heart-wrenching disease—opening the door for further conversation and ultimately proving that love always remains. 

"Quirky and entertaining, with a kid- and parent-savvy message." - Kirkus Reviews

A 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 getting dressed for school and taking a bath. Somehow the tail has begun to wag the dog and her parents don’t know what to do. Lila refuses to do anything unless she is rewarded with a treat.

The book tackles this ever-so-common aspect of the parent-child relationship with both humor and authenticity as parents with the best of intentions who do in fact know better, willingly walk into a trap set up by their own child.

(Oh dear! Lila will be late for school!)
So her mother says, if you get dressed for school, I’ll give you a treat.
Wonder of wonders...
Lila got dressed right away.

When a strong, willful child finds success, she can wield her newfound power with unflinching resolve. But, as parents know all too well, sometimes big problems require simple solutions.

Lila Said No is one of those rare books that hits just the right note. With its powerfully snappy and repetitive dialogue, colloquial phrases, and spectacular comedic timing, Lila Said No is an immensely gratifying read. While parents will empathize, children will be amused at Lila’s silly and audacious antics—ones they know she shouldn’t get away with, but nonetheless love to see her try.

Lila’s spunk and spirit shine in the pitch perfect illustrations.

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 season.

Praised by The New York Times in 2009 as "having what might be the best-named cookbook in America" this book promises to be a coveted collectible, with curated family recipes accumulated over generations alongside captivating life stories on Bayou Têche. 

Featured in the Aug/Sept issue of Garden & Gun by Jonathan Miles, who raves that "What sets South Louisiana cuisine apart lies at the nucleus of [one] of this year’s finest cookbooks...Bienvenu spices her [book] with anecdotes, digressions, and heaps of mamaw energy."

Tradition and flavor beckons readers into Bienvenu's world. From Backbone Stew (Reintier de Cochon) to Aunt Jenny's Daube Glacé and Poor Al's Fried Turkey, each dish inspires readers to embark on a journey through the tapestry of Cajun and Creole Cuisine.

Relish the stories of the bayou and the warmth of Southern hospitality with Bienvenu's easy, foolproof recipes...the perfect companion for seasoned chefs, aspiring home cooks, and those that cherish the foodways of South Louisiana.

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 beautiful images, letters, and memorabilia celebrating her life, style, and philanthropic endeavors.

An International Best Dressed inductee, she is a true tastemaker who continues to influence fashion and the arts today. Celebrated for her kindness and personal style, Lynn transcends many glamorous eras and continues to be an enduring figure of taste and style.

From her friendship with Truman Capote and dancing at Studio 54, to parties at Andy Warhol’s Factory, she has been a genuine influence in America’s cultural landscape. 

The cover is a portrait of Lynn Wyatt by Andy Warhol and in the pages of Lynn Wyatt, readers see her incredible life captured by such legends as Slim Aarons, Andy Warhol, Helmut Newton, and Norman Parkinson. Through beautiful photography, this book will explore her continuing influence in the spheres of art, society, fashion, and philanthropy. 

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, done, and decorated it all.

Enjoy the pairs’ authentic sense of style and design in their lush home and garden while exploring the joys of throwing unique and personal events. The pages are filled with hundreds of delightful photographs captured by twelve renowned Southern photographers that showcase the abundance of Michael and Quinn’s New Orleans Garden District home. Come away with hosting, interior design, and entertaining tips and tricks that even an amateur can execute.

Classical Shindig: Amateur Artistry from the Simple to the Sublime is complete with thirty recipes for every occasion, QR codes for recorded movements of their concertos given in support of community causes, illustrations by acclaimed artists Paul Cox and Tug Rice, and delightful stories all the way from Mississippi County, Arkansas, to the oak-lined streets of New Orleans. Between adventures in piano concerti with orchestras and entertaining New Orleans’ natives, the British monarchy, and everyone in between—there’s nothing these two won’t do to celebrate their love of food, music, and people.

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 within this beautiful poem, featuring the delightful illustrations of accomplished artist PAM MCDONNELL. The book is a discovery of the infinite colors of goodness and all the places where it can be found. In its exploration, the tale takes the reader through all the colors of the rainbow, delving inside brown boxes and ribboned packages, in dark grey spaces, and even deep inside all of us. 

Goodness is found while dancing wildly, singing joyfully and in quiet spaces with almost no color. 

Morrison hopes to transport readers to a world where poetry tells a powerful story that relates to audiences of all ages. She believes lyrical poetry has the power to inspire emotions that can create change. What Color Is Goodness? explores friendships, vulnerability, mindfulness, gratitude, acceptance, and community, lessons that connect all generations.

Inspired by Shel Silverstein, Emily Morrison stretches the bounds of imagination and enchantment in this collection infused with humor, empathy, profound truths, and delightful characters. The clever interplay of Aileen Bennett’s illustrations draws the reader into the nuances of the words as they come alive in the reader’s mind.

Readers are introduced to Lila Duray—a quirky, book-loving girl with a passion for writing and whose author, Emily Morrison, has a penchant for poetry. Surrounded by an equally outrageous cast of characters, Lila Duray: A Collection of Delightfully Delectable Poems invokes whimsy in the ordinary and puts the extra in the extraordinary.

Let your imagination run wild, go on a safari, a race against time, or an adventure in outer space. Morrison stretches the bounds of imagination and enchantment in this collection infused with humor, empathy, and profound truths. 

Lila Duray is meant to be shared and often read aloud. It may even inspire young readers to write their own poetry. This book will be cherished by readers of all ages. Perfect for gifting or special occasions, this collector’s item will be treasured for years to come.

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 inside us and live life in all its brilliance. It is a beautifully illustrated story that appeals to our humanity—reminding us of who we are and what we are capable of.  With quirky illustrations and reflections, it's little book that feels like a best friend who can see the real you and believes in everything you can be. 

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 extraordinary second-chance and real-life love story of Roz and Ralph, both 80-plus years old and living some 1,500 miles apart, Ralph in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Roz in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is told through months of rich email letters that document a common bond of incomparable coincidence, charm, wisdom, and wit.

Roz (a widow of many years and Karen’s and Steve's Mom) and Ralph (a recent widower and Mori’s Dad) invite you to join them on their very special journey…one that may inspire you, your loved ones or friends.

Offered an open-ended ticket and challenged to pursue a new life even in the time of Covid-19, Roz and Ralph could only wonder where their choices would take them "in this last beautiful chapter of our lives. We know in our hearts that we are meant to be together … to blend our separate lives together making us a couple who measure our living moments as our moments," but there was so much to consider.

For the first time ever, most people in the United States are living into their eighties.

This must-read for people in and approaching their eighties, and also for their families, is a multi-generational story of hope. It is an inspirational and uplifting gift to the elders in our lives. Readers, young and old alike will cherish this eye-opening and comforting dialogue as Roz and Ralph broach their pasts, attitudes, interests, secrets, concerns, purposes, and joys that lead them to finding unexpected happiness in their declining years.

With a special ribbon marker, this book will become a treasurable presence on bedside nightstands and bookshelves everywhere.

Elephant of Sadness, Butterfly of Joy, a collection of twenty-four picture poems, links animals with emotions and uses sensory imagery to spark wonder, paint word pictures to ponder, and see the world from a new perspective. Whether expressing hope, frustration, surprise, or contentment, each poem helps illustrate the emotional spectrum of the human spirit. The words and delightful watercolor illustrations work together to help children identify, understand, and name their feelings. This keepsake book evokes metaphoric thinking in young readers and opens space for teachers, parents, and care-givers to encourage conversations surrounding social-emotional learning, something needed now more than ever.

We Mean To Cause A Scene!! 

Every young reader will delight in Mardi Gras in New Orleans by author, Madison Webb. This treasurable, collectable and coveted of New Orleans’ famed Mardi Gras celebrations comes alive through this vibrant family-friendly picture book that highlights the culture, diversity, frivolity, and spirit of one of America's most beloved cities.

Madison’s rhyming verses are crisp and refreshing, and they offer an infusion of local vocabulary often familiar to children of New Orleans and fun to learn for people of all ages. Experience the floats, the bands, the beads, and the grandeur. The gorgeous gallery-quality illustrations bring the pages to life and transport readers into the heart of the region’s beloved celebrations with an incredible sense of detail, emotion, and local flavor. The book celebrates Mardi Gras in all its glory.

From Twelfth Night to Fat Tuesday, this is the story for the those who love New Orleans' Carnival season. Highlighted by iconic landmarks and revered Mardi Gras customs and traditions. Mardi Gras In New Orleans is carnival personified.

Every year, New Orleans undergoes a most brilliant transformation. Energy radiates through all quarters of the city. Decorations go up, the smell of cinnamon and king cakes waft through the air, and the city’s tempo starts to climb. Right at the outset, readers will jump in and witness the dynamic and unity that engulfs the city:  

"The streets have really come alive
We start to primp and preen
We gussy up our neighborhoods
We mean to cause a scene." 

 And finally, after weeks  of exciting preparation, it's here! 

"Suddenly the tractors roar
The krewes begin to roll
The Flambeaux light their torches
The city bares its soul." 

In the end, though, readers will appreciate that Mardi Gras is about something far greater—it's about community and the spirit that binds us all together. 

The story of New Orleans' world-renowned Carnival season is a moment in time, and now it’s one you can visit again and again. 

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 Mardi Gras Marching Krewes, bursts with over 200 full color photographs that document this important New Orleans-centered cultural movement. As local arts critic Doug McCash says, "At this juncture, marching krewes are one of the best art stories in the city."

Ok...so, what is a marching krewe?

Simply put, a marching krewe is a group of like-minded people who get together for the purpose of marching in parades that take place during the Carnival (Mardi Gras) season.

These krewes come in all shapes, sizes, and variations, yet they all share the attributes of creativity, artistry, quirkiness, humor, inclusiveness, and accessibility. Krewes are composed of people who practice dance moves, sew costumes, and create “throws” to hand out to a covetous public. People for whom participation is a badge of civic identity. People who at one point stood on the curb and said “I wanna do THAT!!”

Realizing that the marching krewe field has expanded exponentially, our team knew it was a story that must be told. Two incredibly talented local photographers worked tirelessly to document the creative energy of the 2020 Mardi Gras season for this book, to tell and share the unique story of the 300+ marching krewes in New Orleans. I Wanna Do That! is perfect gift for anyone who loves New Orleans.

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 within this beautiful poem, featuring the delightful illustrations of accomplished artist PAM MCDONNELL. The book is a discovery of the infinite colors of goodness and all the places where it can be found. In its exploration, the tale takes the reader through all the colors of the rainbow, delving inside brown boxes and ribboned packages, in dark grey spaces, and even deep inside all of us. 

Goodness is found while dancing wildly, singing joyfully and in quiet spaces with almost no color. 

Morrison hopes to transport readers to a world where poetry tells a powerful story that relates to audiences of all ages. She believes lyrical poetry has the power to inspire emotions that can create change. What Color Is Goodness? explores friendships, vulnerability, mindfulness, gratitude, acceptance, and community, lessons that connect all generations.

"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 King Cake changes that, telling the thousands-year-old story through lush photography of more than one hundred and fifty unique king cakes, as well as stories from the diverse and talented bakers who make them.

While king cakes are typically only available during Carnival season, readers can enjoy this book year-round. From the traditional cakes generations of New Orleanians have loved, to the unconventional creations that break all the rules, this book is your guide to the Crescent City's favorite baked good.

The Big Book of King Cake is for anyone who loves food, history, sweets, culture, and of course, New Orleans.

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, done, and decorated it all.

Enjoy the pair's authentic sense of style and design in their lush home and garden while exploring the joys of throwing unique and personal events. The pages are filled with hundreds of delightful photographs captured by twelve renowned Southern photographers that showcase the abundance of Michael and Quinn’s New Orleans Garden District home. Come away with hosting, interior design, and entertaining tips and tricks that even an amateur can execute.

Classical Shindig: Amateur Artistry from the Simple to the Sublime is complete with thirty recipes for every occasion, QR codes for recorded movements of their concertos given in support of community causes, illustrations by acclaimed artists Paul Cox and Tug Rice, and delightful stories all the way from Mississippi County, Arkansas, to the oak-lined streets of New Orleans. Between adventures in piano concerti with orchestras and entertaining New Orleans’ natives, the British monarchy, and everyone in between—there’s nothing these two won’t do to celebrate their love of food, music, and people.

The perfect gift book, it features a scuff-resistant hardcover, Smythe-sewn binding and a ribbon bookmark that will ensure it will be passed along for years. With delicious photography by Memphian Nicole Cole and a foreword by Memphis restaurateur and chef Jennifer Chandler.

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 extraordinary second-chance and real-life love story of Roz and Ralph, both 80-plus years old and living some 1,500 miles apart, Ralph in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Roz in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is told through months of rich email letters that document a common bond of incomparable coincidence, charm, wisdom, and wit.

Roz (a widow of many years and Karen’s and Steve's Mom) and Ralph (a recent widower and Mori’s Dad) invite you to join them on their very special journey…one that may inspire you, your loved ones or friends.

Offered an open-ended ticket and challenged to pursue a new life even in the time of Covid-19, Roz and Ralph could only wonder where their choices would take them "in this last beautiful chapter of our lives. We know in our hearts that we are meant to be together … to blend our separate lives together making us a couple who measure our living moments as our moments," but there was so much to consider.

For the first time ever, most people in the United States are living into their eighties.

This must-read for people in and approaching their eighties, and also for their families, is a multi-generational story of hope. It is an inspirational and uplifting gift to the elders in our lives. Readers, young and old alike will cherish this eye-opening and comforting dialogue as Roz and Ralph broach their pasts, attitudes, interests, secrets, concerns, purposes, and joys that lead them to finding unexpected happiness in their declining years.

With a special ribbon marker, this book will become a treasurable presence on bedside nightstands and bookshelves everywhere.

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 inside us and live life in all its brilliance. It is a beautifully illustrated story that appeals to our humanity—reminding us of who we are and what we are capable of.  With quirky illustrations and reflections, it's little book that feels like a best friend who can see the real you and believes in everything you can be. 

"A creative and unique way to explore poetry and emotions with young children." - Kirkus Review

Elephant 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 childlike wonder, paint word pictures to ponder, and see the world from a new perspective.

Elephant of Sadness, Butterfly of Joy evokes metaphoric thinking in young readers. From the “Mosquito of Worry” and “Snail of Anticipation” to the “Hummingbird of Happiness” and “Lanternfish of Love,” the poems vary in tone—some light, some dark, some humorous, and some serious. The animals represent a diversity of species, including mammals, reptiles, cephalopods, mollusks, fish, insects, arachnids, and birds.

Whether hopeful, frustrated, surprised, or content, these picture poems help illustrate the emotional spectrum that encompasses the human experience and bridge a gap in understanding so that children are better equipped to label their feelings.

For teachers, parents, and caregivers, the poems open space for discussions about social-emotional learning, which, now more than ever, are needed conversations.

Susan Schadt’s fourth book chronicling and celebrating the bounty and spirit of American sporting life and culinary culture features James Beard Award winners, semifinalists, and nominees, Food & Wine Best New Chefs and participants on Top Chef, Top Chef Masters and the Food Network. Reel Masters is a cookbook anthology similar to the acclaimed book, Wild Abundance. This time, we are going fishing along the coastlines and inland shores of the sporting south.

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 accompanied by the pooch's name and best guess of breed mix, and list a unique trait about them. MUTTS aims to inspire joy and connection when readers look through these photographs. And for people who haven't considered adopting a rescue pet before, this book shows that mutts have just as many unique, lovable, and desirable qualities as pedigreed dogs.

Her mission with this book is to call attention to the heartbreaking and chilling fact that according the ASPCA, over half a million dogs are euthanized in US shelters each year, and to encourage more rescue adoptions. In addition to hopefully fostering more love for mutts, a portion of the proceeds from the book are being donated to organizations that rescue and spay/neuter, including Take Paws Rescue, Animal Rescue New Orleans, Zeus' Place, Greta's Ark Animal Rescue, Trampled Rose Rescue, and the LASPCA.