Bless Your Heart

“Through punch lines and porch wisdom, he’s documenting a fading culture and language one ‘cattywampus’ and ‘fixin’ to’ at a time. But the new book is more than a collection of sayings. It’s a love letter to the people who raised him and the culture that shaped him.”–Garden & Gun
”…Bless Your Heart did not disappoint. It is consistently funny and appears aimed at Southern readers who may have drifted from their linguistic roots as much as Yankees.“–Tuscaloosa News
”[Landon’s] great-grandmother was a major influence on him, but it was his wife, Kate, who encouraged him to start sharing his opinions about Southern identity on Instagram. Now, he’s come out with a new book, Bless Your Heart, that distills his unique perspective into a clever, smart, and deeply entertaining guide to the culture.“–Southern Living
“If you’ve come across the account Landon Talks on Instagram or TikTok, it’s likely that his reels resonated with you on some level. Landon Bryant’s calm, Southern drawl will pull you in, but it’s his take on Southern culture and our vernacular that will have you giving him a follow.”–Delta Magazine
“Landon Bryant is a top-notch educator. Whether it is in an art classroom or on Instagram discussing one of the South’s little idiosyncrasies, he has an ability to explain things in a hilarious way.” –Mississippi Today
“Landon Bryant talks about grits, prayer lists and humidity, addressing a diverse audience bound by its fascination with a colorful, complicated place.”–The New York Times
“Social media star Landon Bryant is an unlikely representative of the South, and that makes him perfect.”–Mud & Magnolias
“Whether settling the great pecan pronunciation debate, schooling non-southerners on funeral procession etiquette or bravely moderating the age-old cornbread-and-sugar controversy, Landon has a way of making you laugh, think, and maybe even learn a thing or two.”–Postcards Magazine

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.

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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