Jack Caldwell and George Sanchez represent a collective of Louisiana authors specializing in historical fiction and mysteries.

Adult Literacy Advocates (ALA) provides educational programs to help adults achieve personal, employment, and family goals by improving their literacy skills.

This book offers valuable tips for parents to help children navigate insecurities. Yolandaverse, LLC encompasses many genres of books; find us at Yolandaverse.com!

For over 20 years, Arcadia Publishing has reconnected people to their community, their neighbors, and their past by offering a curbside view.

Ascension Parish Library is an award-winning library system that has welcomed the community in all its diversity, to enjoy the information, services, and programming provided by the library since 1960.

We offer diverse services, including print and digital books, DVDs, streaming services, genealogy research support, copying, printing, faxing, scanning, hotspot access, and laptop checkout.  We are committed to engaging with the community to meet the needs of our patrons.

The ladies of the Bunkhouse Book Tour gather and sign copies of their books.

Three day literary festival featuring authors, literary presentations, music, food, and more

Clean speculative fiction

This book teaches kids how to manage money and how to make it work for them. A few things kids will learn: credit vs. debit and financial stability.

Adventure chapter book series, ages 8-14

The Calcasieu Parish Public Library welcomes all with convenient access to high-quality and innovative collections, resources, and services.

The mission of the Court Appointed Special Advocate association (CASA) is to advocate for timely placement of children in permanent, safe, and stable homes. CASA volunteers are community members who provide an independent voice to the court in the child’s best interest. You could change a child's story by becoming an advocate today.

Bookish things for bookish people!

Dark fiction, psychological thriller, and dark romance books

Classical Conversations is a proven Christian homeschool program created by parents for parents.

Southern fiction authors Gin Coleman and Carla Seyler invite you to stop by their booth in the Exhibitor Tents for a taste of adventure, romance, and thrills.

An independent bookshop in St. Francisville, Louisiana, we carry bestsellers, Southern Literature, and books for cooks, gardeners, kids, and everyone in between.

In its 41st year of publication, Country Roads is a cultural reporting publication focusing on South Louisiana, the Mississippi Delta, and the Gulf Coast.

Self-published author Courtney Kelly brings her children's books about a young civil engineer to encourage readers to pursue careers in STEM.

Where Science and Fantasy collide -- sparking readers' imaginations with fantasy and science fiction for all ages

Find out all the ways you can #FeedYourSoul in Louisiana by visiting the DCRT booth, www.crt.state.la.us, and www.ExploreLouisiana.com.

Celebrated fiction stories of love, laughter, adventure, and mystery that's flavored with a whole lot of Cajun Charm. Learn more at tinadesalvo.com.

Books written by Zariah and Zoë Cherry, twins with superpowers (dyslexia)

Dragon Breath has released books from a number of Mississippi authors, including Janet Taylor Perry, Lottie Boggan, and Glen Stripling.

The East Baton Rouge Parish Library provides a host of engaging programs, services, and resources to the community.

Leaving legacies and impacting lives one book at a time. Your trusted resource in book publishing.

Fervent Day by Day is a 21-day fasting and prayer journal that will fuel your desire to seek God and connect with Him on a more intimate level.  

Bestselling author of contemporary romance and romantic comedy

Novels by Edward Gauthier: Director Guy (Psychological Mystery), Invasion of the Dream Wheel (Sci-Fi), The Dragon's Eye Black Hole (Sci-Fi)

This is Sophia Gehring's third time at the Louisiana Book Festival. She is so excited to share her work with you.

Step into the Handcrafted garden, where every flower is carefully crafted by a visionary gardener with a purpose in mind.

The Hesitant Hedgehog children's book and merchandise by local authors

A children’s book written by Louisiana veterinarian Dr. Bob Marshall that details the true story of a raccoon raised and released back in the wild.

Health and Wellness website, books, and podcast

The Historic New Orleans Collection (HNOC) is a museum, research center, and publisher dedicated to the stewardship of the history and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf South.

Author of multiple Christian books for adults and children, written to develop a greater understanding of and a more intimate relationship with Jesus.

Novels and merchandise

Divorce...Wasn't Expecting It? 10 Invaluable Nuggets for Emotional Healing

We are dedicated to the enjoyment and appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing. Come by for information about Jane Austen!

The Jefferson Parish Library strives to make a positive difference in our community and to keep our citizens moving toward the future with the knowledge and skills needed for the next century.

Louisiana poet and author

Books by local authors, including Urban Fantasy and other genres

Author of 75 Messages and God is Our Everything. Ordained and started preaching the gospel in 1999 at Believers for Christ Ministry, Walter Davis, Sr., Pastor.

A sci-fi/fantasy duology series with a strong female protagonist. The Parent Trap meets A Wrinkle in Time.

Horror, Western, Fantasy books

Boutique book publisher

Louisiana Poet Laureate Alison Pelegrin's Lifelines Poetry Project brings poetry into prisons and communities. NOLA Poetry Fest is her community partner, and will celebrate its tenth year in April 2025.

Visit North Central Louisiana's seasonal literary events: Fall into a Book Festival (children's fall carnival), Geektogether (Comic-Con style event for ALL geeks), and Lincoln Literarium (an exposition of independent authors).

Explore a utopic non-verbal world. Look to the past for life's purpose. Interact with short stories. Seven days of creation. Fog of the Mind.

Literary fiction and poetry

We are an all-volunteer grassroots organization dedicated to fighting attempts to ban or restrict books in Louisiana.

Foster Parent Recruitment and community engagement

A collection of online subscription databases provided by the State Library for the people of Louisiana.

Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) is the PBS station for Louisiana. Our mission is to provide programs and resources that educate and entertain. LPB develops content that showcases Louisiana's uniqueness.

LSU's English Department provides information about literacy, cultural programs/events, a display of faculty publications, New Delta Review, and Delta literary journal.

Learn about LSU Libraries services to the public and Friends of the LSU Libraries Save the Date for the Annual Book Bazaar!

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.

New Orleans-based publisher of illustrated books.

Children's books When I Meet My New Teacher and Birthdays Are a Blessing.  

Author Patrice Maguire's inspirational nonfiction books encourage children and adults to move past fear, sadness, and challenges to live their best lives. 

Author of historical romance

A literary novel inspired by the photographs of Fonville Winans. A compelling atmospheric narrative, intriguing characters, and poignant struggles.

Children's picture book Cypress Knees and Tupelo Trees: Discovering Plants and Animals of the Swamp, art prints, paper goods, and handmade nature gifts available.

New Delta Review, an online literary and arts magazine, features innovative fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and works that fall somewhere in between.

This wonderful children's book helps children face the challenges that come with change and identify/express their feelings.

Author of an historical narrative plus three complete works of poetry.

Pelican Publishing has been publishing books of quality and permanence in the heart of Louisiana since 1926.

The Poetry Society of Louisiana will be giving away free broadsides of poetry, signing up new members, and accepting donations for the promotion of poetry in the state. At a side table, magazines, periodicals, and other materials will be provided so that young authors can create their own “found poems.” 

PREACH is celebrating its 25th anniversary of empowerment through the 3 C's of Empowerment.

Preservation Resource Center is a 50-year-old nonprofit that preserves New Orleans’ historic architecture and neighborhoods.

Our children's books promote social and emotional development and feature Black children.

Promoting literacy, guiding discovery, changing lives… for all. Rapides Parish Library creates opportunities and resource access.

Rebirth Magazine BR is a premier publication dedicated to showcasing the vibrant culture of Baton Rouge and celebrating its rich heritage.

RPL provides online resources, computers, ILL, story time, book and crochet clubs, outreach and special programs throughout the year, and more.

River Road Recipes Cookbooks published by the Junior League of Baton Rouge!

Award-winning books such as Alton Carter’s The Boy Who Carried Bricks.  Come see his new picture book: Different Together!

Louisiana author Holly Rose will be selling signed copies of her romance novels and other related items.

Stop by to see Ferrin’s collection of books, journals, digital planners, and videos dedicated to empowering feminine boldness and confidence!

Southern Gothic and Sci-Fi Horror fiction

Vedic wisdom for world enlightenment

On the Throne of Dreams, YA fantasy graphic novel

Fantasy novels

Local Romance authors Lauren Sevier and Abbie Lynn Smith will be selling copies of their Dystopian Western-Romance series, as well as Blind Dates with a Book and other miscellaneous items.

A collection of short and magical tales, including suspense, fantasy, and science fiction

Shreve Memorial Library transforms Caddo Parish lives with resources, services, and support to create a better world.

Interested in writing or illustrating books for children? Come meet the team and check out books from current members!

The General Philemon Thomas Chapter of Baton Rouge, Louisiana Society SAR presents books authored by member compatriots (historical, nonfiction, and novels).

Inspiration, devotion, fiction, and nonfiction books by the authors of Southern Christian Writers

The Southern Review, a literary journal published quarterly at LSU, features fiction, poetry, and nonfiction essays from award-winning authors and poets.

We provide Louisianans access to a wide array of print and electronic resources, including the archival Louisiana Collection and the Louisiana Library Connection databases.

Housed in the State Library, TBBL is a free service for qualified Louisianans whose visual or physical impairments cause difficulty reading standard print.

Cozy Mystery author

Award-winning guide to breaking cycles of generational family trauma. Learn to heal and thrive! The book’s editor will also be present offering editing services for indie authors.

Three Fortnights Press is an award-winning boutique publisher specializing in works by women of color and also in romance because we love LOVE!

Children's book series

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Press is the world's largest publisher of Louisiana books.

Unbreakable is a groundbreaking body of poetry that supercharges you in relinquishing fears in life to take the journey that allows beauty to usher in.

Writer of minty rom-coms with Cajun and Catholic themes

VPL offers weekly storytimes, children's crafts, special needs programming, and teen and adult services and activities, including book clubs. 

Vilaj bonjwa is dedicated to revitalizing Kouri-Vini by publishing engaging books and materials for children and families.

Nonfiction and realistic fiction books for adults and children

Fiction, nonfiction, sports, children's, true crime

The Washington Parish Library offers books, DVDs, and technology for check out and provides free public wifi access branch locations.

Created by a native author of Louisiana, this book series teaches kids about architecture, real estate, and urban planning through Ava's adventures.

Locally owned and operated by the Manship Family for nearly 70 years

Minutes away from downtown Baton Rouge, we offer diverse rotating exhibits, kid-friendly events, French programs and tours, as well as monthly musical jams, Historical Happy Hour, blacksmithing apprenticeships, art workshops, lectures, and more. 

The perfect children's books and coloring books to help kids name, recognize, and control their feelings.

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.