Community Calendar

Tired of complicated? Matthew Bounds of Your Barefoot Neighbor is coming to Mobile to help you keep it simple! Join us for "An Afternoon with Your Barefoot Neighbor Matthew Bounds" at The Haunted Book Shop on December 15, 3-5pm. This special event features cookbook author and social media creator, Matthew Bounds, discussing his new book "Keep It Simple, Y'all" with local author & foodie influencer Amanda Gibson. With these two on board, the conversation is guaranteed to be hilarious.

In "Keep It Simple, Y'all", Bounds shares sixty of his most popular dishes, each designed for ease and efficiency without sacrificing flavor or quality. From comforting slow-cooked meals like Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff to quick sheet pan dinners such as Shrimp and Veggie Stir Fry or Cajun Ranch Chicken Breasts, these recipes cater to a range of skill levels and provide a flexible template, encouraging readers to swap in what they have on hand and make the recipes their own.

With his laid-back approach to cooking, Bounds is well-established as the go-to source for delicious, no-fuss meals. His dedication to demystifying the world of home cooking has earned him a loyal following, and this book serves as a testament to his philosophy that preparing and enjoying good food should be simple and stress-free.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Matthew Bounds firsthand, when he joins author and foodie Amanda Gibson in conversation inside our shop. Hold the stress and pass the simplicity, please. I'll take seconds!

Join us for an Artwalk book signing on January 10, 2024, 6-8pm. We will welcome author Harry Miller with his political thriller "Meet Me at the Rascal" and author Vedran Dedic with his poignant coming-of-age tale "Wanderer's Journey." This is a can't-miss Artwalk at 9 S. Joachim St. Make sure to say hi to Mr. Bingley and browse all the books that haunt you. See you then!

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the authors, delve into their inspirations and themes, and discuss being a working writer in today's publishing climate. Do not miss this opportunity to explore the crossroads of past and future and the bravery of a bold journey.