I am honored to introduce Chava Ben Zvi to my blog. Chava is a teacher, librarian, and survivor. Her personal story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. Following her retirement, Hava became a writer. Her books include Eva’s Journey: A Young Girl’s True…
Kendra Levin must be one of the busiest people in the world of children’s literature. She is the associate editorial director of Viking Children’s Books, a life coach for writers, and a sought-after speaker and workshop leader. I had the…
There is no doubt that the greatest gift of being in the world of children’s literature is the community of writers, illustrators, and other creative people who share a passion for the work we all do. Every so often, you…
I recently wrote about my experience at the Yiddish Book Center. No doubt the highlight was connecting with amazingly creative, inspiring, and all-around wonderful people. One of these treasures is my new friend, Joanne Levy. I was already a fan…
Sarah and Seth Entin had a dream to create a children’s book together. The result is a picture book, Bar Mitzvah Chicken, a playful story about a Jewish chicken’s journey of self-acceptance. The Entins took on the role of publisher…
Bracha Goetz is the author of 36 picture books – and the list is growing! Her newest book, I WANT TO BE FAMOUS is a modern take on traditional Jewish wisdom. Bracha’s work ethic and dedication to create meaningful stories…
I am thrilled to welcome my friend, Sarah Aronson to chat about the first book in her new series, THE WISH LIST – The Worst Fairy Godmother Ever! (Scholastic Press, 2017). Sarah is a writer, teacher, and mentor. She is candid…
I am delighted to present this year’s winners of The Sydney Taylor Book Award for Younger Readers, Richard Michelson and Karla Gudeon, the author and illustrator of The Language of Angels: A Story About the Reinvention of Hebrew (Charlesbridge Publishing).…
Lori Kline’s new book, Almost A Minyan, illustrated by Susan Simon, is a poetic story of a little girl’s connection to her Jewish community, her Papa, and her Zayde. It’s a gem of a book, celebrating the beauty and comfort…
The history of the Old West is full of interesting figures. Jewish history of the Southwest is a passion of mine and I couldn’t wait to read Viva Rose! Author Susan Krawitz introduces readers to thirteen-year-old Rose Solomon, who discovers her older…