I’m delighted to chat with author/illustrator Selina Alko about her new picture book, released today, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS JUDY THE GREAT: A POETIC ODE TO JUDY BLUME (Christy Ottaviano Books, 2026). From the gorgeous cover to the end pages, the…
Category: Interviews
Interview and Book Giveaway with Elizabeth Suneby, author of SAY SHALOM ALL DAY LONG and CHALLAHBALOO
Welcome back, Elizabeth Suneby! In her two board books, SAY SHALOM ALL DAY LONG (PJ Publishing, 2025) illustrated by Elke Boschinger and CHALLABALOO! (PJ Publishing, 2026) illustrated by Adriana Hernández Bergstrom, Elizabeth introduces young readers to Jewish concepts in a…
Interview with Andrea Max, author of THE ART OF EXILE
I’m pleased to welcome Andrea Max, author of the YA contemporary fantasy novel, THE ART OF EXILE (Margaret K. McElderry Books, 2025). The story weaves history, Jewish mythology, and social justice as the main character, Ava, enters the seemingly utopian world…
Interview with Sydelle Pearl, author of ELIJAH’S TEARS
ELIJAH’S TEARS: STORIES FOR THE JEWISH HOLIDAYS (Pelican Publishing) by Sydelle Pearl features five unique stories for Jewish holidays featuring the prophet Elijah. Incorporating traditional Jewish folklore, each story illuminates the spiritual essence of the holidays. Rossitza Skortcheva’s ethereal black…
Interview with Freda Lewkowicz, author of DANCING ON MEMORIES
Freda Lewkowicz’s new picture book, DANCING ON MEMORIES (Apples & Honey Press, 2025) illustrated by Sally Anne Garland, follows young Sarah, who uses familiar music to help her grandmother, a former ballerina who suffers from memory loss. Using the term…
Interview with Richard Michelson, author of FANNY’S BIG IDEA: HOW JEWISH BOOK WEEK WAS BORN
I’m delighted to chat with Richard Michelson about his new book, FANNY’S BIG IDEA: HOW JEWISH BOOK WEEK WAS BORN (Rocky Pond Books, 2025), illustrated by Alyssa Russell. The book introduces readers to librarian Fanny Goldstein and her life’s work.…
Interview with Tami Lehman-Wilzig, author of THE HENNA HELPER and ON THE WINGS OF EAGLES
Tami Lehman-Wilzig’s newest picture books share Yemenite Jewish history with young readers. ON THE WINGS OF EAGLES (Apples & Honey Press, 2025) illustrated by Alisha Monnin, follows a family as they make the daunting journey from Yemen to Israel. THE…
Interview with Darlene P. Campos, author of THE CENTER OF THE EARTH
It’s my pleasure to welcome Darlene P. Campos and share our interview about her new novel, THE CENTER OF THE EARTH (Blue Handle Publishing, 2025). The story begins in Germany, as the Nazi’s begin to terrorize the Jewish community. Dahlia,…
Interview with Alison Goldberg, author of THE REMEMBERING CANDLE
Alison Goldberg’s newest picture book, THE REMEMBERING CANDLE (Barefoot Books, 2025), illustrated by Selina Alko, is a gentle story about love, loss, and grief. Through the introduction of a yahrzeit candle, a young boy honors his late grandfather with loving…
Interview with Jodie Sadowsky, author of A SUKKAH FOR BELLA
I’m so pleased to introduce author Jodie Sadowsky to chat about her new book, A SUKKAH FOR BELLA (Lovevery Books, 2025). It’s a charming story featuring photo illustrations of Jodie’s own family, including her young niece, Bella. The family prepares…