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Hey, y’all. Welcome to the South! Viral sensation and TikToker Landon Bryant (@LandonTalks) presents his tongue-in-cheek “anthropological dive” into the food, fashion, linguistics, culture, holidays, and traditions of the American South, complete with commentary from famous Southerners, humorous charts, and charming illustrations.

“Let’s discuss . . .” These two words began the viral sensation that is @LandonTalks led by the sharp-witted, down-home, Mississippi-born Landon Bryant. If there’s one thing Landon knows, it’s the South. His anthropological dissections of customs and traditions celebrating all things Southern are a mix of humor, history, and head nodding.

In his debut book, Landon discusses everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the South, including why they say the things they say, why they eat the things they eat, and what it really means when someone says, “Bless your heart.” Every step of the way, Landon infuses his faux field guide with warmth, whimsy, nostalgia, and his trademark down-to-earth personality with equal measure humor and practical information. If you’ve ever wondered why Southerners are always clutchin’ their pearls or what their affinity is for pecan pie or peanuts and Coke, then this field guide is for you.

Learn all about Southern superstitions (think haint blue porches to bottle trees), critter guides (how to spot ’em and how to avoid ’em), to common Southern sayings (“might could” translates to a polite Southern “no”). Chapter by chapter, Landon uses his signature style to study the common Southerner through a voice-driven, heartwarming lens, all the while sending the same message of unity and come-as-you-are hospitality that has made him the indisputable Southern sweetheart of social media.

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On Sale: Apr 1, 2025
Page Count: 224 pages
Publisher: Running Press
ISBN-13: 9780762488322

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Events

April 2, 2025 / 7:00PM – 9:00PM EDT

Launch Event for Bless Your Heart at The Strand Book Store

Strand Book Store / 12th St & Broadway, New York, NY 10003
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April 3, 2025 / 7:00PM – 9:00PM EDT

Landon Bryant at Eagle Eye Book Shop

Eagle Eye Book Shop / 2076 N. Decatur Road, Decatur, GA 30033
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April 5, 2025 / 2:00PM – 4:00PM CDT

Landon Bryant in conversation with Christina Spann at Lemuria Books

Lemuria Books / 4465 I-55 STE 202, Jackson, MS 39206
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April 7, 2025 / 6:00PM – 8:00PM CDT

Landon Bryant at novel.

novel. / 387 Perkins Ext., Memphis, TN 38117
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April 9, 2025 / 7:00PM – 9:00PM EDT

Landon Bryant at Quail Ridge Books

Quail Ridge Books / 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
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April 10, 2025 / 7:30PM – 9:00PM EDT

Landon Bryant at M Judson Booksellers

M Judson Booksellers, 130 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601
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April 12, 2025 / 4:00PM – 6:00PM CDT

Landon Bryant at BookPeople

BookPeople / 603 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
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Landon Bryant

About the Author

Landon Bryant is a dynamic force in the world of social media, rapidly gaining fame as an influential Southern storyteller. You likely know Landon from his often hilarious, sometimes controversial (when it comes to sugar or salt on grits), and always insightful “let’s discuss…” monologues on Southern culture. His journey, however, roots back to his days as an acclaimed art teacher whose passion for education continues but now with a much wider audience. Known for his captivating speaking engagements and Southern flair, Landon leaves audiences deeply satisfied with his influential and authentic voice from the South.

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Adam Trest

About the Illustrator

Adam Trest is an artist with a passion for all things Southern. His work evokes the heart of Southern folklore and traditions. A New York Times bestselling illustrator, Trest’s work can be found in the illustrations of children’s books, hanging in the homes of his collectors worldwide, and in multiple home decor lines available nationwide. Regardless of the application, Trest’s work focuses on telling the story of life in the South.

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