The Mermaids of New Orleans

Illustrations and rhyming text introduce some of the mermaids who, for centuries, have lived in a city beneath the Mississippi River, visiting New Orleans each year on Mardi Gras.


About the Author
VanDiver, Melissa: - Melissa Vandiver is a New Orleans-based artist specializing in painting. Growing up in South Carolina with an artist mother, she's been drawing and painting since she can remember. In an attempt to do something practical with her life, she studied architecture at Clemson University, and came to New Orleans shortly thereafter in 2007. She was only supposed to stay two months. Electrified by the vibrancy and culture of the city, she continues to draw inspiration from it as she balances working as a full-time artist, spending time with her husband and tiny dogs, and putting glitter on things.