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I Want Magic: A Conversation with C.W. Cannon
by Macy Trosclair
C.W. Cannon is a native New Orleanian who has published a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction about the city. His latest book, I Want Magic,...
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Traditions Preserved: Folk Medicine & Home Remedies
by Macy Trosclair
Macy Trosclair, the author of this post, is one of the new graduate assistants at UL Press. She received her Bachelor's degree in English at Nichol...
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Through Mama's Eyes: A Conversation with Cheylon Woods and Kiwana McClung
by Macey Ory
Through Mama’s Eyes: Unique Perspectives in Southern Matriarchy is a collection of interdisciplinary essays that explore the concept of motherho...
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French Writings by Louisiana Women: Readings from Ô Malheureuse
by Macey Ory
In celebration of women's history month, we’re presenting more readings from one of our most treasured books: Ô Malheureuse. The writings featur...
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Black History in New Orleans: Congo Square
by Macey Ory
If you want to do some reading for Black History Month, UL Press has many great options, but one work in particular has our attention this year. I...
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Photography Collection Showcase
by Macey Ory
This holiday season, check out some of our stunning photography collections. These books are among our best sellers when viewed in person, and we w...
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Meet the Student Workers
by Macey Ory
This past year, the Center for Louisiana Studies and UL Press have welcomed several new student workers to our team, each bringing something unique...
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Forty Days and Forty Nights: A Conversation with Justin Scott and Amber Edwards
by Macey Ory
Most of the action in Forty Days and Forty Nights may take place in Arkansas, but Louisiana is no stranger to the threat of widespread flooding an...
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Interviews on Louisiana Trail Rides: Exploring a State Tradition
by Macey Ory
Photo by Jeremiah Ariaz from Louisiana Trail Riders. Homer Decuir Jr. pictured center.
In 2018, Jeremiah Ariaz published his stunning photograp...
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Jean Laffite Revealed: A Conversation with Ashley Oliphant and Beth Yarbrough
by Macey Ory
The mother-daughter team behind Jean Laffite Revealed left no stone unturned while researching the infamous pirate, a man who deliberately made ...
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Ô Malheureuse: Celebrating the Voices of Louisiana Women
by Macey Ory
Women’s history month is a time to celebrate the lives, contributions, and achievements of women across the country, and what better way to celebr...
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Missing Mardi Gras? Brush Up on the History of the Holiday with these Titles
by Macey Ory
With the COVID-19 vaccine rolling out slowly and the pandemic raging on, Mardi Gras celebrations across Louisiana have been called off. We might no...
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