Mardi Gras in New Orleans

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Get ready to catch some beads and join the parade! Mardi Gras in New Orleans by Madison Webb brings the magic of Carnival season to life in this vibrant, family-friendly picture book. Through crisp rhyming verses and rich local vocabulary, young readers will experience the floats, the music, the excitement—and the pure joy—that fills the streets of New Orleans each year. From Twelfth Night to Fat Tuesday, this book celebrates the city’s most beloved traditions with stunning gallery-quality illustrations that capture every detail, from flambeaux-lit streets to the grandeur of the krewes. Readers will feel the energy and unity that makes Mardi Gras so much more than a party—it’s a celebration of community and culture. Whether you're a lifelong local or a first-time visitor, Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a must-have for anyone who loves the pageantry, spirit, and heart of this legendary festival.
Get ready to catch some beads and join the parade! Mardi Gras in New Orleans by Madison Webb brings the magic of Carnival season to life in this vibrant, family-friendly picture book. Through crisp rhyming verses and rich local vocabulary, young readers will experience the floats, the music, the excitement—and the pure joy—that fills the streets of New Orleans each year. From Twelfth Night to Fat Tuesday, this book celebrates the city’s most beloved traditions with stunning gallery-quality illustrations that capture every detail, from flambeaux-lit streets to the grandeur of the krewes. Readers will feel the energy and unity that makes Mardi Gras so much more than a party—it’s a celebration of community and culture. Whether you're a lifelong local or a first-time visitor, Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a must-have for anyone who loves the pageantry, spirit, and heart of this legendary festival.

  • Hardcover, 8.5x11, 14.4oz, 24 pages

  • We Mean To Cause A Scene!!

    Every young reader will delight in Mardi Gras in New Orleans by author, Madison Webb. This treasurable, collectable and coveted of New Orleans’ famed Mardi Gras celebrations comes alive through this vibrant family-friendly picture book that highlights the culture, diversity, frivolity, and spirit of one of America's most beloved cities.

    Madison’s rhyming verses are crisp and refreshing, and they offer an infusion of local vocabulary often familiar to children of New Orleans and fun to learn for people of all ages. Experience the floats, the bands, the beads, and the grandeur. The gorgeous gallery-quality illustrations bring the pages to life and transport readers into the heart of the region’s beloved celebrations with an incredible sense of detail, emotion, and local flavor. The book celebrates Mardi Gras in all its glory.

    From Twelfth Night to Fat Tuesday, this is the story for the those who love New Orleans' Carnival season. Highlighted by iconic landmarks and revered Mardi Gras customs and traditions. Mardi Gras In New Orleans is carnival personified.

    Every year, New Orleans undergoes a most brilliant transformation. Energy radiates through all quarters of the city. Decorations go up, the smell of cinnamon and king cakes waft through the air, and the city’s tempo starts to climb. Right at the outset, readers will jump in and witness the dynamic and unity that engulfs the city:

    "The streets have really come alive
    We start to primp and preen
    We gussy up our neighborhoods
    We mean to cause a scene."

    And finally, after weeks of exciting preparation, it's here!

    "Suddenly the tractors roar
    The krewes begin to roll
    The Flambeaux light their torches
    The city bares its soul."

    In the end, though, readers will appreciate that Mardi Gras is about something far greater—it's about community and the spirit that binds us all together.

    The story of New Orleans' world-renowned Carnival season is a moment in time, and now it’s one you can visit again and again.

    About the Author
    Madison Webb is the author of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, a children’s picture book that brings to life the spirit and vibrancy of New Orleans’ famed Carnival season. She studied Journalism at the University of Florida and was a contributing writer for The Independent Florida Alligator, The Coronado Eagle & Journal, and Cleveland.com. She spent her career in development and grant writing for museums and other non-profit organizations. She has lived all over the country, but New Orleans is the only city that feels like home. She enjoys running, playing tennis, cheering on the Saints and Gators, reading biographies, and going fishing with her family. She lives in New Orleans with her husband, Matt, their three young boys, and their dog, Margeaux.

    Mellissa Moore is one of New Orleans’ beloved Jackson Square artists. Much of her artwork depicts New Orleans themes as well as her love of animals and pop culture. You can find prints of her work or contact her about original artwork via her online store.