This book store is like visiting your grandmothers home thats full of love and many hugs. The ladies that work here are simply Angels..it like stepping back in time to an era were respect for all in the black community was mandatory. I could sit and talk to them for hours. This ladies have so much soul, good vibes, and stories from their history. The selection here is mostly African American literature and pricing compared to large book stores are a bit higher...but the love and amazing energy you get from visiting this book store and those Angles are priceless..

This small in space, but large in quality and quantity bookstore exceeds all expectations. Been there several times and have never been disappointed. From kids books to paintings, from art work to clothing they've got it. A definite Afrocentric flair embodies the surroundings. You can feel it when you walk through the door. Authors and book signings also grace this space. One of the best kept secrets in the City, but not in literary circles. Give them a visit and you'll be as impressed as I always am.

I love visiting this book store. Miss Jennifer introduced me to a few great authors and got me excited about reading physical books again. She is a wonderful story teller. I also bought beautiful fabric from Africa and gorgeous masks there. They are pillars of their community in so many ways. Their wealth of knowledge and history is astounding. I visit multiple times whenever in New Orleans. I consider them family friends. If only everyone were like them, what a world this could be!

An institution in the New Orleans Black community for almost 40 years. This is the best place in the city to find self-published books my Black writers and a one stop shop for fabric, art, clothing and souvenirs created by local Black artisans. The community events they hold are a great way to get connected with the Black community in New Orleans and the elders who run the place, Mama Vera and Mama Jennifer, are fonts of community knowledge and no nonsense wisdom.

First time visiting with a friend in this warm bookstore. Outside was a shelf of previously used books with a promotion of filling your bag up with them for $5.00. Upon entering, Community Book Center was well lit surrounded by warm color tones. The book selection is mainly African-American, and could use more books. The selection was very diverse and inclusive was all genres. This bookstore also sells clothing and bags. I will return here in the future!

What a wonderful bookstore. POC owned, POC centered. Clean, well organized. Large selection of books. The lady working the counter said if something could not be found on the shelves or their website to let them know and they will see what they can do. What an amazing selection! Great customer service. No dedicated parking lot. In an area with a lot of other POC owned businesses. I look forward to coming back and supporting them more in the future.

The Community Book Center has an array of amazing books for all ages! I'm from California so I really enjoyed the variety of African American children's books that I've never seen in my local bookstores. It's easy to get lost in there looking at all the different book titles and skimming the pages. The women who worked the store on the day I visited were very friendly, helpful, with colorful personalities. It's a great neighborhood book store.

Very well stocked, it was such a pleasure to visit this Black-centered book shop. I was able to find most of what I wanted but there’s one publication that’s quite old and mostly out of print that I haven’t been able to get my hands on. The woman working was so helpful, she’s ordering and shipping it out to me (I live along the east coast) at very little cost. A must stop if you are a patron of indie shops.

A true gem! Madam J was remarkable and the shop is terrific. Ended up picking up some children’s books, books and souvenirs. A true delight all around. I felt welcomed and was helped from the moment I came in until it was time to check out. They have a great selection of books and other mementos in store and online. Wonderful mural on the side too. I’ll be back to support her and what the store represents.

Community Book Center is not just a vital retailer of Afroconsciousness: It's a pillar of the community. Every time you cross the threshold, you become part of the conversation. Mama Jennifer and Vera pump lifeblood through our community, keeping us honest, entertained, informed, and accountable. Treat yourself to a visit: you won't be sorry.

I visit the Community Book Center every time I go to New Orleans. The atmosphere is like a family reunion and Ms. Jennifer is a historian extraordinaire and it is a blessing to sit with her as she shares wisdom and culture. You must stop there when you are in New Orleans if you don’t you will be cheating yourself!

I love this place! When we lived in N.O. we not only purchased books there, we visited for community events and workshops. Our children enjoyed participating in arts and crafts, book readings and cultural events. It's a community gem and since moving to another state we've found nothing like it.

Visited from Atlanta and had the best conversation with the lady and gentleman running the store. The books were intriguing and the vibe inviting. Bought a book about Creole culture. I'm a New Orleans native and Creole, so it felt great to find such a connection with people, books and culture.

Community Book Center is one of the few remaining physical African American book stores and is a staple for our community! Vera and Mamma Jen provide more than books and gifts, they provide a place for all to come together, a seat at the elders table, and an opportunity to share our talents.

Nice chill environment and quiet atmosphere great place to go if you like to read or just learn something about African American culture and struggle. If you never went to the community bookstore you need to to go, because if you don't you might just be messing out on some good knowledge.

the absolutely most kind people! i have fallen back in love with reading thanks to them. they left the sweetest voicemails to remind me to pick up a book i ordered. wholesome community love from this place. i’m not looking forward to leaving new orleans only because i’ll miss them

Definitely a Black experience you want to have in New Orleans. I found the books I was looking for and then some. The owner chatted me up and had me rollin’ and quoting Mr. Baldwin. She is a whole mood! I look forward to stopping in during my next visit to this historical city.

A bibliophile’s Nirvana is what Community BookCenter is to me. It is much more than a book store. It is what real community is. Great selection of books, beads, calendars, fabric, incense, local art, cards, pocketbooks, clothing, beauty and hair care products ,etc

Excellent Afrocentric bookstore. Great selection of everything ranging from graphic novels and kids books to biographies, historical works, and fantasy. The owner is one of the nicest folks around and will gladly order something if it's not on the shelf.

Always love visiting this book store. Great African American books and more on all types of subjects for every age group! This store is a staple in New Orleans. If you're an avid reader please pass through. You may even learn a thing or two while there.

This was the last stop on our All Bout Dat tour and it didn’t disappoint. So many unique books but also the big names as well and such a fun and generous kids section. It feels like you walked in to your neighbors library, my mom and I loved it!

How cute is the sign in front Was in town for a few days and soul glad my friend Jasmine brought me to this gem. The ladies that work here are so warm, welcoming and knowledgeable! Definitely some great options, a book lover's haven. & if

I was rather disappointed this trip. I went to get a Kwanzaa book for my child and "the one" they'd ordered for the season was sold out. I expect an African American book store to have something like books on Kwanzaa well stocked all the time.

This is a wonderful place. It has a great selection of books and she can order those that are not in stock. Ms. Vera's book store is a great community gathering place as well. It has a great collection of African centered arts and crafts.

This is a wonderful AA book store that also sells bags, purses, beads magnets and much more! There is a large variety of books for adults and children. I love the location because not in a congested area with heavy traffic. There is

Beautifully curated and maintained. The staff have a passion for reading, and it shows! Helpful and friendly staff and a great environment overall. There’s street parking that is usually pretty easily available. Highly recommend!

Such a great place to visit. The knowledge and passion put into such an amazing bookstore is experience I’m happy to have had. I highly encourage everyone to visit Community Book Center. I guarantee you will leave out informed.

The personification of African American exposures, networking and familyhood. Meet Vera Warren-Williams, the essence of New Orleans and Jennifer Turner, Queen-Mama. Go to shop, meet& greet. Tell them Sandra Berry invited u.

What a resource for the New Orleans community! There's a large selection of Black-authored books and products available. Great space to connect with people in the know. They also host great book talks with authors.

This place is a jewel! I spend more time talking to staff about civil rights and hot button political issues than I do browsing. They have authors and titles that you will not find in any other bookshop.

They seem to be the pillar of the community. Friendly staff, great selection of books and even have great artwork for sale. Definitely a spot to find books from more unique and eclectic authors/artists.

Such an amazing book store and community center! We talked to Mama Jennifer and learned so much! Staple stop in NOLA! A Black owned business that really all about elevating Black Joy and success!

Explore the center for the treasures found in its books, clothing ,art, oils and soaps. The power of Community Book Center is the blessings of empowerment, resilience, self-love, and education.

The ANCHOR of Literacy and to go place for books in the Beloved Book Community in New Orleans...Vera&Jennifer; Dawlins of Reader's in New Orleans since the advent of the printing press!

Friendly, welcoming store. Ordered 2 books and look forward to returning.. Unfortunately the books I ordered were never received. I'm not sure what happened. …

I loved Ms. Jennifer's bookstore. I was nice to see cultural books. She was so sweet and funny. I was the only one in the store. If you go visit please patronize. You wint regret it!!

I have been a customer at this wonderful bookstore for many years. The staff are great people. They are very friendly and very knowledgeable. I love these people and this bookstore.

Loved this place. What book stores used to be—welcoming community center and place to rest your feet. Best collection of Black authors I have seen in one location. Worth supporting.

What a welcoming place. Books of all kinds. The people are friendly and kind. How about supporting a local business. Our Sacred Stories support local business . Tour with a local

Of course I had to buy 5 books from my reading list. Great store with a good selection for everyone. Including one of a kind gifts. Buy local and support Black owned businesses.

Had so much fun at this black owned bookstore. Meeting Mama Jen was such a treat. She is brilliant, kind, knowledgeable and giving. Such a wonderful way to spend the afternoon.

The center is an eclectic mix of knowledge transfer either through discussions, music and videos, or obscure books. The owner was friendly and helpful. A good place to visit.

Community book center is a great place to buy books and have great conversation on culture. They have been In the community for more than 20years, I love their energy.

Caught a great book sale at the Bayou Road Festival. Will return for African print clothing/material. Very friendly atmosphere & nice selection of reading materials.

Wonderful store with knowledgeable owners and a wealth of diaspora books. They will order something you need if they don't have it, too! Will be back more and more

It was like coming home. Mama Jennifer's warm spirit lingered with with me ...not to mention I was able to easily add to my personal library...she's got it all!

A lovely bookstore specializing in cultural gifts, cloth, reading and more..and if they don't have what you are looking for they will gladly order it.

Loved loved loved this place. The owner was so beautiful, down to earth. Received great info on getting local food. Business had great Black products.

Not only does this bookstore have books by is for us, but Mama Jen is a NOLA treasure. When you go, plan on staying a while. Black-owned business!

My experience there was amazing. They were friendly and made me feel like I was at home among loved ones. My daughters really enjoyed themselves.

The customer service is genuinely warm and friendly. It feels like having a gigantic library at your finger tips inside your den or living room.

Love this store! A great selection of books, art, and gifts. Can't wait to come back! Everyone was so sweet and they have the cutest cat! …

Very friendly and helpful! Always a learning experience at Community Bookstore. Vera and Jennifer are the best. They treat you like family!

Immense and majestic Blackness, Powerful and Authentic Historical site for not only the study of the past but the building of the Future.

The owner is very friendly. Great selection of books. I purchased a bar of black soap that I could only find on the internet at one time.

Friendly place where we found several books including an advanced reader's copy that was gifted to us because we found it on the shelf.

I tried to DONATE over 500,( literally), mint condition, hard covered mysteries - all well known authors- and they didn't want them!

When the activated are in NOLA, see what happens when you sift through the garden of experiences on the shelves! Peace 2bliss, j3❤

Awesome bookstore with lots of books locally written for kids and New Orleans history with a focus on black culture. It's great!

If you can read it ,either they will have it or can get it. Also a great place to express and hear the voice of the community.

Best black-owned book store in NOLA, truly feels like an experience, very African-centered too. You must go to this bookstore!

Beautiful and inspiring environment. So very glad I added this place to our visit list. An absolute must for black children.

Lovely community based spot. Owner and staff are friendly and knowledgeable about events going on in the area and the city.

This book store is a must! The content, quality and overall atmosphere excellent! Beautiful representation of our culture!

Love going here so much I feel like I'm part of the family. The knowledge and wisdom within those walls is abundant!!!

I had a wonderful experience at this cool bookstore on Bayou Rd.The staff and owner were great and very knowledgeable.

What a great local venue to pass the afternoon reading and talking with others. Great selection of books!

Lively selection of books and products. Will definitely visit again when I come back to New Orleans

Warm and friendly gathering place. Vera Warren holds it down with loyal supporter Jennifer Turner.

Excellent! Love this place! Love this store and everything it has to offer including the service.

The best bookstore ever! Everyone treats everyone like family in this supportive atmosphere.

Wonderful book store. Great staff & community! Left with some awesome books and knowledge.

Congrats on your 40 year anniversary! What an incredible milestone and journey …

The service was fast and the staff very friendly. Greeted me and thanked me for coming.

I have been going here for years Mama Vera and Mama Jen are the Best. …

Awesome local bookstore! They have some incredible selections, local art, and fabrics

Always a good time and i buy at least a couple good books each time I'm in there.

I love this place for my black knowledge. And the customer service is great. #1

Love this bookstore. Feels like family! Very knowledgeab le on their inventory

Bought books for the grandkids, and I also bought some beautiful African fans.

Knowledgeable fun staff with a great selection of books and other materials

We picked up some great reads. Very organic atmosphere! Thank u Mama Jenn!

Hands down, the best most loving community oriented bookstore. A treasure.

Great selection of books and seems to host some fun educational events!

Good location, helpful staff and a great selection of books and gifts.

They stock the book Monetizing Gentrification by Thomas 'TJ' Loftin

A beautiful down to earth place to let your soul learn and grow!

Love it always a welcomed space for the ppl to be

Beautiful vibe and a lot of great books

Very personable and insightful.