“Louisiana from the Sky” features gorgeous full color photos of our home state from documentary photographer Philip Gould. The book highlights Louisiana’s rich array of landscapes, landmarks and environments (and the challenges each faces) from a unique angle. Also included is a series of heartfelt essays from author, musician and folklorist Ben Sandmel for an in-depth look at the history and current state of the land and its people.
Events:
Throughout December
Enjoy kids’ reading time at the National WWII Museum each Tuesday and Saturday at 10 a.m. with stories of history and courage. Free and open to the public. Nationalww2museum.org
Dec. 3
Don your best Regency attire and celebrate 250 years of the work of literary icon Jane Austen with WYES’ Afternoon Tea, 2 to 5 p.m. The event will include sconces, finger sandwiches, tea, desserts, a special early VIP Champagne reception and much more. wyes.org/events
Dec. 9
The Guild and HEA Book Clubs join for a special discussion of the book “Half a Soul” by Olivia Atwater, merging Regency-era romance and magic lovers. Bluecypressbooks.com
Dec. 19
Curious Creators: Winter Wonderland at the Robert E. Smith Library branch will feature early childhood (ages 2 to 5) literacy fun with a special holiday themed event including crafts, snacks and more. nolalibrary.org
Shop Local
Reader friendly books, gifts, accessories and more
Historic New Orleans Collection
Shop from a variety of books, reading accessories, pens, paper plus plenty of locally made craft and art items for your favorite bookworm at The Historic New Orleans Collection’s holiday market located on Royal Street in the French Quarter. The Shop at the Collection is open 9:30 to 4 p.m. or visit hnoc.org.
Blue Cypress Books
Browse the Oak Street indie bookseller’s collection of new, used and rare books to find the perfect match for the reader on your list. The shop also has great stocking stuffers from book plates to bookmarks, stickers, puzzles, cards, gift certificates (for the hard-to-buy-for) and some great merch. Be sure to say “hi” to bookstore cat Kitty Meow! Bluecypressbooks.com
Garden District Book Shop
Nestled in The Rink on Prytania, the Garden District Book Shop has best sellers, hard to find titles, book-related accessories and more. While there be sure to stop by Bar Epilogue for some literary inspired cocktails, wine, and small plates. Gardendistrictbookshop.com
Octavia Books
Peruse this classic neighborhood bookseller’s collection, large selection of local authors, great gifts for all ages and much more. Save room (and time) for a leisurely coffee, baked good, breakfast all day or lunchtime treat at the new Café Malou located artfully within the bookstore. It’s a holiday shopping win-win! Octaviabooks.com
