I loved Ms. Jennifers 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!!

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.

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 artists.

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!

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 its not on the shelf.

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..

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.

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 dont you might just be messing out on some good knowledge.

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.

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!

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.

We visited this bookstore on our last day in New Orleans. I purchased a couple of packets of dirty rice as souvenirs for my loved ones. Mama Jennifer was very down to earth and real! We enjoyed having a conversation with her about life and worldly people. We mentioned that Malik was our tour guide and we all praised him for his hard work and how awesome he mentioned Mama Jennifer was. We also mentioned that we just came from B Mike’s studio and we sang his praises together too. It’s so coincidental that she mentioned Malik and B Mike were there earlier that day! We didn’t plan on visiting this business, but had to cancel our massage so this was a great treat! The bookstore has an amazing collection of black books and gifts. Mama Jennifer mentioned she thought she knew us and that made us feel right at home! I would recommend everyone visit this black owned business in New Orleans for a chat with Mama Jennifer and some insightful souvenirs.

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

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!

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

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

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

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!

Very welcoming and a great book store with great information

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!

Very knowledgeable staff had the books I wanted.

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

Knowledge staff and great variety of books. They will order and mail what you need.

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 theyve 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 youll be as impressed as I always am.

This is where our families go to get REAL stories about our people...

They stock the book Monetizing Gentrification by Thomas TJ Loftin

Great people.

Wonderful store with knowledgeable owners and a wealth of diaspora books. They will order something you need if they dont have it, too! Will be back more and more

This is a black-owned book store with literature for every person and every age range.

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

The Community Book Center has an array of amazing books for all ages! Im from California so I really enjoyed the variety of African American childrens books that Ive never seen in my local bookstores. Its 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. Its a great neighborhood book store.

Excellent customer service. If they dont have it, theyll order it for you 😀

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.

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.

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. Im a New Orleans native and Creole, so it felt great to find such a connection with people, books and culture.

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

Best book store in the city. Period.

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.

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.

COMMUNITY gathering place

Community Book Center is not just a vital retailer of Afroconsciousness: Its 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 wont be sorry.

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.

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.

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. Its a community gem and since moving to another state weve found nothing like it.

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

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

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.

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.

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

Great place for African American literature, very helpful staff!

Great customer service!

I was rather disappointed this trip. I went to get a Kwanzaa book for my child and the one theyd 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.

Friendly, welcoming store. Ordered 2 books and look forward to returning.📖📚📘🤗

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

It was very friendly. Good vibes. Thank Jesus for it.

Great experience

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

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

A precious gem! We all loved it! Coming back, bringing friends!

Great store...you can get books here that are not sold anywhere else...

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

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

Beautiful environment good customer service

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.

Always a good time and i buy at least a couple good books each time Im in there.

A holy space that is truly rich in resources and community Love

Been going to this place since it was on broad preKatrina and its grown into a important community landmark

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

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

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.

A lovely bookstore specializing in cultural gifts, cloth, reading and more..and if they dont have what you are looking for they will gladly order it.

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

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.

Can always find wonderful reads and the locals are amazing

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.

Terrific childrens book section, historical works, and art

Support the community and Make a stop and a purchase at Community! The neighboring stores are worth a visit also!!

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

Purchased great last minute affordable gifts!

Great place to visit and explore you will be amazed.

Wonderful Service

Knowledgeable and experienced staff. And a Great place to visit!!!

Bought two books and will be coming back for more

Great variety of Books and friendly staff

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

Very knowledgeable staff.

Wonderful books. Happy place

Very pleasant experience. Prompt deliveris on order books.

Very informative. Thank you.

Always pleasant like home!

Great place for books, clothes, jewelry, and amazing conversation!

A Blessing to our community and everyone who visits ❤

Friendly and very knowledgeable.

Very friendly, local book shop!

Really welcoming feel.

I wasnt pleased

Owner is very knowledgeable & friendly!

Great Book store..

Great place to be

Wide selection of books on many topics!