The Bayou Buddies

Are you ready to let the good times roll? Join the bayou buddies on their jammin’ adventure! Barnabe, Desiree, Cristobal, Josephine, and Jean-Batiste are five animal friends living in the Louisiana bayou, working together to protect their home and the other animals living there. Every day can be a wild ride for this energetic crew! The bayou buddies use their special talents to look out for each other while celebrating Joie de vivre in N’awlins through soulful music, festive fashion, and deep-rooted art. But when two pesky hunters, Rufus and Reynard, come around starting trouble for the bayou buddies, they know how to take care of the goofy duo and help each other like best friends do. This exciting and endearing children’s book is the first of a series featuring the five bayou buddies that will entertain and educate readers of all ages. This story demonstrates uniqueness and teaches children how to celebrate their one-of-kind personalities. Bayou Buddies: Les Bon Temps Rouler contains themes of: o Teamwork o Friendship o Cultural appreciation o Diversity o Inclusion o Problem-solving o Compassion Order your copy today!

“Pierre and the Louisiana Bayou Buddies” is a sequel to “Pierre and the Petite Guardian Gator”. Pierre a nine year old boy teams with his family and friends to help their neighbors who are in an economic crisis following the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. Pierre and his friends share the task of helping their community through the economic impact of the disaster by sharing their faith, time, and talents to their school and church community.standing. (Job 32:8 AMPC)

Super Day - A Super Bayou Buddies Adventure Join Noopsie, Chuppie, and Graton in "Super Day," the first adventure of the beloved "Super Bayou Buddies" series. Dive deep into the heart of the Louisiana bayou where every day is a journey filled with magic, mystery, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship. When the Super Bayou Buddies stumble upon a mysterious object, they're thrust into an extraordinary adventure. Together, they explore the wonders and secrets of the bayou, learning that true bravery comes from within. "Super Day" celebrates the spirit of exploration, the value of friends, and the magic that lies in the natural world around us. Thrilling adventure and engaging narrative perfect for young explorers. Valuable lessons on friendship, courage, and self-discovery woven into the story. Vivid illustrations that capture the beauty and mystery of the Louisiana bayou. Inspirational characters that encourage readers to dream big and dare to explore. "Super Day" is more than just a story; it's an invitation to embark on an adventure where imagination and friendship reign supreme. Ideal for young readers aged 3 to 6, this book promises to inspire, entertain, and spark a love for reading and adventure in the hearts of children and adults alike.

Dive into the enchanting world of the bayou with Counting Bayou Critters, where the beloved Super Bayou Buddies-Noopsie, Chuppie, and Graton -take young readers on a delightful counting adventure. This vibrant book is not just a journey through numbers; it's a celebration of friendship, curiosity, and the rich tapestry of life in the bayou. As our buddies hop, waddle, and fly from one page to the next, they introduce children to the diverse critters that call the bayou home. From one cool gator to ten chirping crickets, each page is a new discovery, beautifully illustrated to captivate and educate. Counting Bayou Critters is more than a book; it's a doorway to a world where learning and fun flow together like the gentle currents of the bayou itself. Perfect for bedtime stories or classroom reading, this book will enchant children with its playful rhymes and teach them the joy of counting. Join Noopsie, Chuppie, and Graton as they count their way through the bayou, making friends and memories along the way. Counting Bayou Critters is sure to be a cherished addition to any child's library, fostering a love for nature, numbers, and narrative.

Goodbye Boudin is a touching story about the Super Bayou Buddies dealing with the loss of their beloved friend, Boudin. When Boudin tragically passes away in an accident, the close-knit bayou community comes together to honor his memory. Noopsie, Chuppie, and Graton, who were especially close to Boudin, find comfort and strength in each other as they navigate their grief. Paw Paw gently explains to the children that while Boudin is no longer with them, his spirit lives on in Heaven. He encourages them to cherish the wonderful memories they shared with Boudin and to understand that it's okay to be sad. Even though it may not feel like it at the time, this too shall pass. Maw-Mawsky suggests creating a memory book, allowing the friends to reminisce about the joyous and funny moments they had with Boudin, bringing his spirit alive through their stories. The book concludes with a beautiful image of Boudin playing his banjo among the clouds, serving as a reminder of the enduring nature of love and family. This heartwarming tale teaches young readers about coping with loss, the importance of remembering loved ones, and the strength found in love and family bonds.

Louisiana is "the Bayou State," a state that seems to have experienced more than its share of storms in recent years. The story is set in the 1950s. Those were the years; they were my years, my world, my generation. The life and legends of Louisiana bayou country come alive in this historical fiction/fantasy. The cast of characters alone, make for action packed adventure and thrilling entertainment.

The first volume of Barker's memoirs, A Life in Jazz, followed him from New Orleans into the big bands of Cab Calloway and Benny Carter. He was working on this-the second volume-for some years before his death in 1994. Beginning with an extended portrait of Buddy Bolden as recalled by the likes of Jelly Roll Morton and Bunk Johnson as well as Barker himself, this book draws together a lifetime of stories and the vivid characters who populated "Storyville."Danny Barker (1909-1994) sang and played the guitar and banjo on over 1,000 jazz, swing, blues, and bebop records. He is a member of the Jazz Hall of Fame and recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Music Master Award. Alyn Shipton is a writer and broadcaster on jazz. He is the editor of A Life in Jazz, the first volume of Danny Barker's memoirs.

A spooky, funny middle grade adventure with a sassy, memorable heroine and a charming Southern feel, perfect for fans of Kate DiCamillo, Kate Messner, and Natalie Lloyd. Twelve-year-old haunt huntress apprentice Evangeline Clement spends her days and nights studying the ways of folk magic, honing her monster-hunting skills while pursuing local bayou banshees and Johnny revenants. With her animal familiar sure to make itself known any day now, the only thing left to do is prove to the council she has heart. Then she will finally be declared a true haunt huntress, worthy of following in the footsteps of her long line of female ancestors. But when Evangeline and her grandmother are called to New Orleans to resolve an unusual case, she uncovers a secret that will shake her to the soles of her silver-tipped alligator-skin boots. Set in the evocative Louisiana bayou and the vibrant streets of New Orleans, Evangeline’s is a tale of loyalty and determination, the powerful bonds of friendship and family, and the courage to trust your gut no matter how terrifying that might be.

'Tis the season to be wary... Christmas is coming and all is far from calm in Pointe Judah, Louisiana. Newcomer Christian DeAngelo--Angel to his friends--is at his wit's end trying to manage Sonny, the hotheaded nineteen-year-old everyone believes is his nephew. In fact, Sonny is the orphaned son of a notorious mob boss, a protected witness...and Angel's responsibility. Angel has been commiserating with Eileen Moggeridge, whose lonely son Aaron has latched on to Sonny and gotten into deeper trouble than ever. But nothing could prepare Angel and Eileen for the boys' latest crisis: as they are horsing around in the swamp one afternoon, a shot rings out. Aaron is hit, but was the bullet meant for Sonny? Suddenly, goodwill toward men is in short supply and Angel doesn't know who's more dangerous: the hoodoo mystic with an eerie hold over the boys, the hit man roaming the bayou or Eileen's volatile ex-husband, Chuck.

A story of what a young boy learns when he is taken on an adventure along a bayou in the deep South.