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Blog postValerie Estelle Frankel is an award-winning author of books for adults and children. Her book, CHELM FOR THE HOLIDAYS (Kar-Ben, 2019), is a collection of stories about the residents in Chelm as they celebrate Jewish holidays throughout the year. The fresh and original tales are endearing, fun, and amusing. I’m happy to learn more about […]
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Blog postCaroline Kusin Pritchard’s picture book, GITTY AND KVETCH (Atheneum, 2021) illustrated by Ariel Landy, is a charming story of an unlikely friendship between perky Gitty and her crusty bird friend, Kvetch. Packed with humor and heart, along with subtly layered emotional storylines, GITTY AND KVETCH is a perfect story to promote discussions about moods, attitudes, friendship, and acceptance. […]
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Blog postRECIPE FOR DISASTER (Versify, 2021) by Aimee Lucido is a tender, relatable, and sometimes raw middle-grade novel. Featuring a unique mix of prose and text, readers follow Hannah as she establishes her own Jewish identity against her parents’ wishes. The story also explores Hannah’s relationships with her peers and family members, including her beloved grandmother. […]
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Blog postEvonne Marzouk’s YA novel THE PROPHETESS (Bancroft Press, 2019) tells the story of Rachel, an American teenager who discovers her unique gifts, leading her to explore her own faith and what it means to her. This engaging story uniquely incorporates Jewish wisdom with fantasy and deftly weaves in Rachel’s contemporary life challenges. I am excited […]
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Blog postThe Jewish Book Carnival is here! Check out the post with interesting links at Chava Pinchuck’s blog, Life Is Like a Library. Learn more about this monthly event from AJL (Association of Jewish Libraries) here.
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Blog postIt is my absolute honor to introduce Norman H. Finkelstein to chat about his new nonfiction middle grade book, THE SHELTER AND THE FENCE: WHEN 982 HOLOCAUST REFUGEES FOUND SAFE HAVEN IN AMERICA (Chicago Review Press, 2021). It is a fascinating exploration of the little-known Fort Ontario Emergency Refugee Shelter set up during WWII. Norman brings history […]
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Blog postWelcome, Cindy Rizzo! Cindy’s new YA novel, THE PAPERCUTTER (Bella Books, 2021), is the first installment in The Split trilogy. The book takes place in the fragmented United States, separated into two nations —the God Fearing States (GFS) and the United Progressive Regions (UPR). It follows three Jewish teens–Judith and Jeffrey, who live in the […]
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Blog postIt is such a pleasure to welcome my friend, Michael Leventhal. He is best known as the publisher of Green Bean Books, but Michael is also an author. His upcoming book, THE CHOCOLATE KING (Green Bean Books, 2021) beautifully illustrated by Laura Catalán, celebrates the Jewish history of chocolate through the eyes of a young boy named Benjamin. I was fortunate to see early versions of THE CHOCOLATE KING and it is truly a delight!
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Blog postEmily Sper is a talented author, illustrator, and publisher. Her picture book ALL ABOUT JEWISH TIME (Jump Press, 2021) introduces young readers to the Jewish holidays and other concepts related to the Hebrew calendar. The graphic, colorful and visual illustrations are a delightful accompaniment to the informational text. I enjoyed connecting with Emily and learning […]
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Blog postI am happy to share the video of Intergalactic Afikoman‘s Celebration of Jewish Creativity celebrating the launch of my newest book, DIJ – DO IT JEWISH: USE YOUR JEWISH CREATIVITY! illustrated by Daria Grinevich.
Featuring Nora Claire Miller and Amy Linton, Harriete Estel Berman, Terri Libenson, Rabbi Sandy Eisenberg Sasso, Siona Benjamin, Hillel Smith, and Sarah Aroeste. Learn from these experts and explore your own creativity!
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