Attending Exhibitors
Attending exhibitors, please carefully read the email you'll receive about a week before the festival as it will contain information you need to know regarding where to park, where to check in, etc.
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64 Parishes
Sponsor Tents
64 Parishes is a quarterly magazine of Louisiana history and culture published by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanties.
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Acadia Authors Collective
Exhibitor Tents
Authors of mysteries, romance, and historical fiction
Acadian House Publishing
Exhibitor Tents
Books by Lafayette, Louisiana-based publisher, covering Louisiana history, heritage, food, culture, biographies, and sports, including Skip Bertman's Everything Matters in Baseball.
Adult Literacy Advocates
Exhibitors' Row
Adult Literacy Advocates helps adults in the Baton Rouge area achieve personal, employment, and financial goals by improving their literacy skills.
Doris T. Alexander
Exhibitors' Row
Doris T. Alexander is a community leader based in Baker, Louisiana. She is the author of the memoir Thornton Thoughts and a proud mother and grandmother.
Anboran
Exhibitors' Row
From enchanting storybooks to whimsical apparel and accessories, each item is thoughtfully designed to inspire and empower young minds.
Arcadia Publishing
Exhibitor Tents
For over 20 years, Arcadia Publishing has reconnected people to their community, their neighbors, and their past.
Artvoices Books
Exhibitors' Row
Artvoices Books: We publish artist monographs, children's, and poetry books. Our concept and focus: artists and authors who are important and relevant.
Aurora Book Company
Exhibitors' Row
ABC is an independent company that publishes good reads at good prices. If you like reading fantasies and mysteries, this is the stop for you.
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Balance of Seven
Exhibitors' Row
Balance of Seven is a small, independent press dedicated to providing a platform for new and underrepresented voices that may otherwise not be heard.
Joedy Barnes, Author of the
Malcom Explains Series
Exhibitor Tents
Black positive kids' books
Belle Point Press
Exhibitor Tents
Belle Point Press is a regional small press that celebrates the literary culture and community of the American Mid-South.
Books Along the Teche
Literary Festival
Exhibitor Tents
We host an annual literary festival featuring one Great Southern Writer and other author/panelists. 2024 featured author is Natalie Baszile.
Alexis Braud
Exhibitor Tents
I offer some of my books as well as original illustrations, art, handmade bookmarks, and other reading ephemera.
A.C. Burns
Exhibitors' Row
I Was Just Thinking Of You for One Thousand Years: A Collection of Poems for Love Addicts is A.C. Burns' much anticipated assemblage of poetry based on his romantic experiences.
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Cajun Kids Adventures
Book Series
Exhibitor Tents
Cajun Kids Adventures is a Louisiana based chapter book series for ages 8 and up. We will also have Cajun Kids merchandise.
Carpe Librum
Exhibitor Tents
Book totes, shirts, and other handmade goods with Carpe Librum's signature typewriter designs
Exhibitors' Row
Handmade magnetic bookmarks
Clare Castleberry
Exhibitors' Row
Southern Gothic and dark romance author
Children's and Adult Poetry Books
Exhibitors' Row
Children's and adult poetry books specializing in culture and positive affirmations
Classic Rock Songs Revealed
Exhibitors' Row
In this two-volume set, more than 50 songwriters and producers share what went into the writing and recording of over 270 classic rock and folk songs from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.
Celeste Saves the City
by Courtney Kelly Books
Exhibitor Tents
Follow the life of a girl in New Orleans who becomes a civil engineer to save the city from flooding after being forced to evacuate due to Katrina.
Conditional Surrender Trilogy
Exhibitors' Row
Historical fiction drama and alternative worldview by author Merrill Hardy.
The Conundrum Bookshop
Exhibitor Tents
Southern Literature and books focused on our region including, but not limited to, fiction, cookbooks, gardening, and children's books.
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Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism
Exhibitor Tents
Find out all the ways you can #FeedYourSoul in Louisiana by visiting the DCRT booth, www.crt.state.la.us, and www.ExploreLouisiana.com.
The Disease: One Man's Journey Through a Life
with Leprosy
Exhibitor Tents
The Disease: One Man's Journey Through a Life with Leprosy is a memoir of one person's fortitude to live the best life possible no matter what the circumstances.
The Dixie Apocalypse
by Richard Fossey
Exhibitors' Row
In this near-future, post-apocalyptic novel, retired lawyer-turned-professor Willoughby Burns finds himself trying to survive against hunger and deadly threats in southern Louisiana.
Double Trouble Press
Exhibitor Tents
Books written by dyslexic, 11-year-old twins, Zariah & Zoë. Zariah is an award-winning author of the Lulu series. @BooksByZariah @GraphicBooksByZoe
Dreadful Times Press /
Author Ashon Ruffins
Exhibitor Tents
Horror/Thriller Books
Rebecca Duley, Poet
Exhibitors' Row
Rebecca Duley's debut book of poetry, Beyond the Surface; a book of poems inspired by nature, memories, and love
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East Baton Rouge Parish Library
Bookmobile and Tents at intersection of Spanish Town Road and North 4th Street
The East Baton Rouge Parish Library provides a host of engaging programs, services, and resources to the community via 14 locations, open daily, plus a robust outreach service.
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Fertile Repository: People Program Poets of New Orleans
Exhibitors' Row
Fertile Repository: People Program Poets of New Orleans contains 96 poems and 31 illustrations, some by noted artists Craig Berthold, Lisette Copping, and Miriam Hirsch, and a history of People Program.
Stephanie Fournet
Exhibitor Tents
Bestselling author of contemporary romance and romantic comedy
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GBR Chapter - National Federation of the Blind
of Louisiana
Exhibitors' Row
Our Greater Baton Rouge Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Louisiana provides information, referral, education, and advocacy for blind individuals and their families in our community.
Sophia Gehring, Author
Exhibitors' Row
Sophia Gehring, age fourteen, is returning to her favorite book festival for the second time. She is thrilled to showcase her work this October.
Green Leaf Ink
Exhibitor Tents
Grief Unwrapped: Discovering Joy in a Season of Sorrow
-patriciacameronwrites.com
Northeast Louisiana: A Community of Innovations
-Dr. Woods Watson
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Author, Artist, and Illustrator
Pam Gale Hallman
Exhibitors' Row
Willow and Friends on Lake D'Arbonne children's book series - Willow, a young girl, her dog Sweetie, cat Tigger, and wildlife friends have various adventures around Farmerville and Lake D'Arbonne.
The Historic New Orleans Collection
Sponsor Tents
The Historic New Orleans Collection (THNOC) is a museum, research center, and publisher dedicated to the stewardship of the history and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf South.
Horror Novels
Exhibitor Tents
Matthew R. Miller, Horror Writer
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I Dig Me & Company, LLC
JeanetteMedearis.com
Exhibitors' Row
I Dig Me & Company sells children's books, kids CDs, youth and adult character T-shirts, and character affirmation posters.
"I Just Want to Be ME!"
Says Achoo the Bee
Exhibitor Tents
Achoo the Bee will inspire children to turn what makes them different and unique into their own superpower!
If I Only Had 25 Hours
in a Day…
by Melinda Turner
Exhibitors' Row
If I Only Had 25 Hours in a Day… is an inspirational book to get you "Refocused, Redirected, and Renewed." Also "Living my Best Life" t-shirts.
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Shelley Jinks Johnson
Exhibitors' Row
Author of book Pretty Little Widow, debut collection of poetry on love, loss, and living
d. washingon jones, author
Exhibitors' Row
Dynamic illustrated childrens' books: I'm Glad I'm Not a Zombie; Sonny, the King of Cats; and Douglas, the Runaway Christmas Tree
Junior League of Baton Rouge's River Road Recipes
Exhibitors' Row
Share in the secrets of fine Creole and Cajun cooking with the Junior League of Baton Rouge's award-winning cookbook series, River Road Recipes.
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Kel's Educational Corner
Exhibitors' Row
Early childhood to 8th grade educational materials
Author Stone Keye
Exhibitor Tents
Books written by local authors - Urban Fantasy and other genres
Krishna Life
Exhibitor Tents
Art, cookbooks, and books that help you get free from stress
Krishna West,
Baton Rouge
Exhibitors' Row
Discussions on the ancient spiritual values presented in the Bhagavad-gita and their application in our contemporary world.
Steve Kubicek,
Award-winning Inspirational Author
Exhibitors' Row
Up and In: Seven Keys to Unlocking Your Potential, motivational nonfiction, and Visibly Struck, an inspiring novel based on true experiences of George Washington
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Author Sherry D. Lewis
sdlBooks.com
Exhibitors' Row
Fantasy and romance books
Sci-Fi/History and Beyond Books by Terry Lindsey
Exhibitors' Row
Books: Sticks and Stones; Flicker of Promise; A Chime in Time; One Cubic Yard. Explore a utopic non-verbal world. Look to the past for life's purpose. Interact with short stories. Seven days of creation, what's next?
Livingston Press,
University of West Alabama
Exhibitor Tents
Contemporary fiction/poetry
Louisiana Public Broadcasting
Sponsor Tents
LPB provides Louisiana with entertaining, intelligent programs showcasing the people, places, and history of our state. As Louisiana's largest classroom, we're dedicated to helping children through numerous educational outreach programs.
Loveday Funck Art
Exhibitors' Row
Books, decks, and fairy tale themed art with a surreal twist
Deborah Lynne /
Rebecca Lawrence
Exhibitors' Row
Inspirational fiction and nonfiction books / Inspirational verse
LSU Department of English
Exhibitor Tents
Information about literacy, cultural programs/events, faculty publications, New Delta Review, and Delta literary journal.
LSU Libraries and
Friends of the LSU Libraries
Exhibitor Tents
Services to the public and Friends of the LSU Libraries Annual Book Bazaar Save the Date!
LSU Press
Exhibitor Tents
One of the South's leading scholarly publishers, LSU Press is noted for its books on southern history, literature, the Civil War, Louisiana culture, music, food, fiction, and poetry.
Luna Press
Exhibitor Tents
Founded in New Orleans, Luna Press is dedicated to publishing beautiful illustrated books that emphasize the correspondence between words and images.
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Author Erica Jones Massey
Exhibitors' Row
Unbagged is a collection of poetry that explores relationships, motherhood, loss, and whimsy in a raw, emotion-evoking tone.
Dr. Theresa McKenzie
Exhibitors' Row
I am a personal development coach and will be presenting my newly published book related to mental health.
Monarch Books
Exhibitors' Row
We lift BIPOC voices through curated collections of books, goods, and products to elevate underrepresented communities. Curated for the Culture.
Kimberly Mullins, Author
kimberlymullinsauthor.com
Exhibitor Tents
Books -Young adult (YA) and adult historical fiction
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New Delta Review
Exhibitor Tents
NDR is an online literary and arts journal produced by graduate students at LSU. We will have chapbooks that we publish available for purchase.
Nicole's Creations
Exhibitors' Row
Book art, decorative compact mirrors, and decorative ring holders
Ninety-Eight Years, Eleven Months, Nineteen Days
Exhibitor Tents
An inspiring tribute to my dad, Albany Devers of Shreveport, that describes a life well-lived in the almost 100 years he was blessed with.
Jessica Deen Norris,
Middle-Grade & YA Epic Fantasy
Exhibitors' Row
Epic fantasy perfect for middle school age on up. Enter an adventure full of dragons, elemental magic, humor, friendship, and classic good versus evil.
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OffBeat Magazine
Sponsor Tents
Louisiana's music and culture magazine
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Author: Marcus Page /
Mance Davis
Exhibitors' Row
A multi-talented author of several books. He embodies various forms of literature with his creative writing and unique formats.
ThePainterandPoet.com
Exhibitor Tents
Five favorite Gulf Coast books written by Perry Guy
Pelican Publishing
Exhibitor Tents
Pelican Publishing has been publishing quality books since 1926 and, as an imprint of Arcadia Publishing, continues to push the perceptions of Southern publishing while remaining focused on stories for readers of all ages, including the popular Pelican Publishing Children's Books.
P.R.E.A.C.H.
Exhibitors' Row
P.R.E.A.C.H. is a ministry committed to the three C's of literacy: competence in basic life skills, computerization, and commerce.
Psychological Mystery & Classic Science Fiction
Exhibitors' Row
Edward G. Gauthier's first novel: Director Guy; second novel: Invasion of the Dream Wheel
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New Release Suspense Thriller Recollection
Exhibitors' Row
Recollection: the thought-provoking debut suspense thriller from Louisiana radio personality Jeremiah Beck!
Renee Hayes Books
Exhibitor Tents
Children's rhyming picture books
Roishina Writes, LLC
Exhibitor Tents
Author/Blogger of inspirational fiction
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Saint Charles Press
Exhibitors' Row
Take a Ride on a Streetcar and other local interest books
Lauren Sevier &
Abbie Lynn Smith
Exhibitors' Row
Authors and their books
Award-winning author,
M. Scott Smallwood
Exhibitors' Row
Autographed copies of The Thrilling Adventures of the Secluded Man and The Wondrous Tale of the Mysterious Mystic, along with associated merch.
The Smirch of Mardi Gras
Exhibitor Tents
The Smirch of Mardi Gras is a tongue-in-cheek tale of a character, the Smirch, who loves Mardi Gras so very much.
Books by Adam J Smith
Exhibitors' Row
Author - fiction books, adventure, mystery, horror, children's books
Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators
Exhibitors' Row
Children's books from authors and illustrators representing the Louisiana and Mississippi SCBWI region
The Sound of Inches
by Maven Lofrie
Exhibitors' Row
Books, pens, t-shirts, and hoodie outfits
Southern Christian Writers
Exhibitors' Row
Inspirational and educational prose and poetry
The Southern Review
Exhibitor Tents
The Southern Review, a literary journal published quarterly at LSU, features fiction, poetry, and non-fiction essays from many award-winning authors and poets.
State Library of Louisiana
Exhibitor Tents
The State Library provides Louisianans access to a wide array of print and electronic resources, including the archival Louisiana Collection and the Louisiana Library Connection databases.
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Talking Books and Braille Library
Exhibitor Tents
Housed in the State Library of Louisiana, the Talking Books and Braille Library is a free service for qualified Louisianans whose visual or physical impairments cause difficulty reading standard books and print.
TRP: The University Press
of SHSU
Exhibitor Tents
Housed at Sam Houston State University, Texas Review Press publishes books of poetry, fiction, and creative and scholarly nonfiction, since 1979.
True Love: Not Like in the Movies
Exhibitor Tents
True Love takes the reader on a journey of transformation and empowerment through the path of self-love. Explore what True Love has to offer you.
Tobey Truestory
Exhibitors' Row
Printed copies of my novels and graphic novels and prints of artwork
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UL Press
Exhibitor Tents
UL Press is the world's largest publisher focusing on Louisiana books.
USL History Book
Exhibitors' Row
A Brief History of the University of Southwestern Louisiana, 1900-1960
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Vanagon to Louisiana
by Joseph Trussell
Exhibitors' Row
A man and his van's 3000-mile exploration of grief and identity, humor and heartache, and what remains of the people and places we leave behind.
Volunteers in Public Schools
vipsbr.org
Exhibitors' Row
EveryBody Reads, EveryOne Counts, Partners in Education
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Hadiatou Wann,
Award-winning Author
Exhibitors' Row
Nonfiction and realistic fiction books for adults and children
Wesselhoeft Traded to The Enemy
Exhibitor Tents
Wesselhoeft Traded to the Enemy is the true story of an innocent six-year-old American boy who was interned then traded to the Nazis into the dangerous war zone of WWII.
West Baton Rouge Museum
Exhibitor Tents
Regional history museum promoting exhibits and programs
Whispers Dancing in the Dark Winds by Demario Tyson
Exhibitors' Row
Whispers Dancing in the Dark Winds is a supernatural thriller novel by Demario Tyson. It was awarded a five-star readers' favorite.
Women Survivors in Business
Exhibitors' Row
Therapeutic autobiography and companion clinical workbook to help heal adult survivors of childhood trauma
Words in Webb
Exhibitors' Row
Book 1: I'm Best As Me!
Book 2: I Discovered My Strength!
WRKF Baton Rouge
Public Radio
Sponsor Tents
Locally-owned source of NPR news serving South Louisiana with news and cultural programming, including reporting on the Louisiana legislature. Since 1980, area donors have funded this nonprofit radio station.
Volunteer
Book-loving volunteers are essential to the Louisiana Book Festival's success. Whether it's escorting authors, guiding visitors, selling refreshments, working with children in the Young Readers Pavilion or other fun and rewarding assignments, the Louisiana Book Festival wants you to join the volunteer team.