Author Archives: New Bayou Books

The Art and the Science of Style

I like to think I’m reasonably well informed when it comes to the public side of managing a creative business. New Bayou Books is my first entrepreneurial effort, but I have some pretty deep practical experience with marketing and outreach. At least, I like to think so. As in, it gives me pleasure–comfort–to believe that. Continue reading “The Art and the Science of Style”

Karma, Tech Support, and Breathing or Everything Takes Longer Than You Think

I still remember how it felt to believe that starting a creative business was easy. It was only a couple months ago. I’d been listening to a podcast–some guy talking ‘bout how it’s never been easier to start your own business. How you don’t need a store, or a warehouse, or even seed money. PutContinue reading “Karma, Tech Support, and Breathing or Everything Takes Longer Than You Think”

Kick Start a Revolution, One Way or Another

Today’s the day I come out as the proud, arrogantly bold son of a bitch behind New Bayou Books. It’s a Louisiana based LLC I started a few weeks back, and one way or another, it will be the spark that ignites some kind of revolution. Literary or personal, something amazing is fixing to happen. Continue reading “Kick Start a Revolution, One Way or Another”

It’s Not a LOGO, it’s a Flag — a Signal to Louisiana Writers to Come Out of the Shadows

Our small start up team is super psyched that our New Bayou Books logo is ready. Check it out! Take a look at the image of the state of Louisiana. Each one of those little dots represents a wonderfully complex and compelling town that is rich with stories and characters. There are stories waiting toContinue reading “It’s Not a LOGO, it’s a Flag — a Signal to Louisiana Writers to Come Out of the Shadows”