About Us
Baldwin & Co. is an independent bookstore serving schools, businesses, nonprofits and individuals, and the largest Black-owned bulk book supplier in the southeastern U.S. Our mission is to inspire growth in people and organizations through the power of reading. Based in New Orleans’ historic Marigny neighborhood, Baldwin & Co. is a vibrant community hub, and a center for intellectual discovery where authors, readers, artists and activists gather in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Our Values
Baldwin & Co. works to expand literacy and promote discourse among all members of the community. We bring writers and thought leaders at the forefront of social justice to Baldwin & Co. for author talks that inspire young readers to become the leaders of tomorrow. There’s no better way to foster intellectual growth than through books and literature, and Baldwin & Co. believes the success of every individual begins with a volume in hand.
Our Goals
Baldwin & Co. aims to become the primary source of books and teaching resources for businesses, organizations, and schools in the southeastern U.S. We are a convenient, responsive and knowledgeable partner for students, authors, and learners of all ages in New Orleans and beyond.
Looking for greater curriculum diversity? We know it can be challenging to teach full time while also trying to discover new books. Baldwin & Co. can supplement your curriculum with culturally relevant selections that center the contributions all races and ethnicities have made to a diverse immigrant nation.
As voracious readers with kids of our own, we follow what’s popular with young people, and can advise on appropriate and culturally connected readings for different grade levels. We can suggest books for your curriculum, book club, or read-aloud that you’ll want to teach and kids will want to read. We're passionate about the power of books to awaken imaginations and improve language skills.
Baldwin & Co. will arrange author talks specifically geared towards your students! We work with local and visiting authors who, upon availability, give talks tailored for young people, especially if you assign their books in your classroom. With events moving online, we can also facilitate virtual author chats with your students, and provide recordings of events and interviews for classroom use.
Baldwin & Co. can fulfill bulk book orders anywhere in the U.S. and Canada. We supply new books to schools, businesses, and other organizations, and can provide specialized shipments to clubs and individuals. Our online quotation and ordering system is quick and convenient. We can discount and provide free ground shipping for qualified bulk orders.
Baldwin & Co. often receives Advance Review Copies (ARCs) from publishers, enabling us to identify compelling new titles months before they go on sale. We aren’t permitted to sell these copies, but will donate ARCs to schools or classrooms to keep your students ahead of the curve.
Baldwin & Co. is a valued community partner that believes in giving back. Whether serving as a safe space for kids after school, a tutoring center, or an enjoyable place for friends to pass a Saturday afternoon, we put people first. We are a cornerstone of the new urban infrastructure, helping strengthen the social and economic fabric of the communities we serve. Choosing Baldwin & Co. generates 3x as much economic benefit for your community versus shopping at a chain, and incalculable benefit versus buying online. We look forward to partnering with you.