It’s the season for holiday books and I’m so delighted to share a truly special picture book – THE CHRISTMAS MITZVAH (Creston Books, 2021) by Jeff Gottesfeld. Young readers will be inspired by the story of Al Rosen, who helped others in his…
Kindle deal for LIKE A MACCABEE!
Just in time for the holidays! For the next few days, LIKE A MACCABEE is available as a Kindle ebook for just $0.99! Happy Hanukkah!
Hanukkah Book Roundup 2021
Hanukkah is early this year and books make great presents. Here is a roundup of some terrific books for all ages. Do you have a favorite Hanukkah book? Be sure to share in the comments. Baby Loves Angular Momentum on…
Interview with Karen Pokras, author of THE BACKYARD SECRETS OF DANNY WEXLER
I am excited to chat with author Karen Pokras about her engaging middle grade novel, THE BACKYARD SECRETS OF DANNY WEXLER (Kar-Ben, 2021). The story follows eleven-year-old Danny as he and his friends attempt to solve a local mystery that…
Interview with Nancy Churnin, author of A QUEEN TO THE RESCUE: THE STORY OF HENRIETTA SZOLD, FOUNDER OF HADASSAH
It’s wonderful to once again interview my friend and fellow Book Meshuggenah, Nancy Churnin. Nancy is known for creating exceptional books for young readers. Her new picture book biography, A QUEEN TO THE RESCUE: THE STORY OF HENRIETTA SZOLD, FOUNDER…
COVER REVEAL! Interview with Megan Hoyt, author of THE GREATEST SONG OF ALL: HOW ISAAC STERN UNITED THE WORLD TO SAVE CARNEGIE HALL
I am delighted to chat with author Megan Hoyt about her upcoming picture book THE GREATEST SONG OF ALL: HOW ISAAC STERN UNITED THE WORLD TO SAVE CARNEGIE HALL (Quill Tree Books, 2022), illustrated by Katie Hickey. This nonfiction picture…
Interview with Danielle Joseph, author of SYDNEY A. FRANKEL’S SUMMER MIX-UP
I first met author Danielle Joseph when we both attended the TENT program at the Yiddish Book Center. Danielle is a wonderful writer and storyteller, and I am so excited to discuss her new middle-grade novel, SYDNEY A. FRANKEL’S SUMMER…
Jewish Book Carnival: October 2021
Welcome to this month’s Jewish Book Carnival. I am delighted to host and present these interesting happenings in the blog world in October 2021. I hope you have a chance to visit the links below. Thank you for visiting Jewish…
The Book Meshuggenahs: Be a Shamash Contest
The Book Meshuggenahs are thrilled to announce our second annual Be A Shamash Contest, which will run from October 3, 2021 – November 18, 2021! This contest is inspired by the words of Rabbi David Wolpe, who said: “The Shamash…
Interview with Jeska Verstegen, author of I’LL KEEP YOU CLOSE
It is an honor to introduce Jeska Verstegen, author of I’LL KEEP YOU CLOSE (Levine Querido, 2021). The tragedies and atrocities of WWII have impacted generations of families. Inspired by her own real-life events, I’LL KEEP YOU CLOSE follows a…