In Danielle Joseph’s picture book THE MITZVAH FAIRY (Kar-Ben, 2025) illustrated by Christine Battuz, young readers are introduced to The Mitzvah Fairy, a child who spends his day helping others by performing acts of kindness. It’s an accessible and kid-friendly…
In Marcella Pixley’s middle grade novel in verse NESHAMA (Candlewick, 2025), Anna can communicate with ghosts, resulting in conflict at school and home. But with the help of her beloved Bubbe, Anna finds the faith and strength she needs to…
Martha Seif Simpson’s new picture book, A RING FOR A KING: A TALE OF KING SOLOMON (Wisdom Tales, 2025), illustrated by D. Yael Bernhard, is an adaptation of the beloved tale of King Solomon. In the story, King Solomon struggles…
Welcome back, Richard Michelson! Richard’s new picture book NEXT YEAR IN THE WHITE HOUSE: BARACK OBAMA’S FIRST PRESIDENTIAL SEDER (Crown Books For Young Readers, 2025) illustrated by E.B. Lewis retells the true story of the first White House seder in…
Dara Horn‘s contributions to Jewish literature and education are inspiring. I was excited to learn she had written a middle-grade graphic novel and couldn’t wait to read it! ONE LITTLE GOAT (Norton Young Readers, 2025), illustrated by Theo Ellsworth, is…
It’s my pleasure to welcome Ruth Spiro. Her picture book, ONE SMALL SPARK: A TIKKUN OLAM STORY (Dial Books, 2024), illustrated by Victoria Tentler-Krylov, introduces young readers to the Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam. With lyrical images and delightful cityscape…
I am excited to introduce Angela Engel, publisher and founder of The Collective Book Studio! The Collective Book Studio is an independent publisher that is committed to quality books that reflect diverse voices and bring meaningful stories to life. Their…
I am delighted to be a stop on the 2025 Sydney Taylor Book Award Blog Tour! The Sydney Taylor Book Award is presented annually to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience. Presented by the…
I look forward to sharing my interview with illustrator Vesper Stamper about her Sydney Taylor Honor Book in the Picture Book Category, AMAZING ABE: HOW ABRAHAM CAHAN’S NEWSPAPER GAVE A VOICE TO JEWISH IMMIGRANTS written by Norman H. Finkelstein on February…
Rosanne Tolin’s middle grade novel FREEDOM’S GAME (Reycraft Books, 2024) follows Ziggy and Elka, two Jewish children hidden in a French orphanage during WWII. Separated from their families and fearful but hopeful about the future, they become fast friends. Ziggy…