Students will have the opportunity Thursday to purchase books with local flair and visit with Chancellor Michael Martin at Seasons Readings, the LSU Press holiday book sale.
The sixth annual event will be held at the Baton Rouge Gallery from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
“This is our sixth year putting Seasons Readings on, and LSU Press is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, which indicates how it has become an institution both on campus and in University publishing,” said Erin Rolfs, LSU Press marketing manager.
Seasons Readings will host a wide array of titles. Several local authors, including C.C. Lockwood, Ava Haymon and Barry Martyn, will be available to sign their books.
Martin will attend the book sale at 5 p.m. to sign copies of “Treasures of LSU,” the photo and essay book celebrating the University’s sesquicentennial.
“This will appeal to students and alumni,” Rolfs said. “Students could have the books signed by the chancellor who was here when they were, and for the University’s 150th anniversary.”
All purchases will be discounted 20 percent, and customers get the option of free gift wrap, Rolfs said.
While local authors will be on hand to sign and discuss their work, ranging from novels to children’s books, many other titles will also be available, along with a bargain table with books priced between $5 and $10.
“There’s really something for everyone,” Rolfs said.
The program is aimed at students and is located near campus for their convenience, Rolfs said. Parking is free.
Rolfs said Seasons Readings is also an opportunity for students to support local businesses and learn about LSU Press.
“While there’s nothing wrong with going to the mall to purchase gifts, buying from LSU Press, you also support the local community and get to meet the staff, too,” Rolfs said. “You could go just to see how the press works.”
Meeting the diverse group of writers could also be beneficial to students, Rolfs said.
“You never know how they could inspire you,” Rolfs said.
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