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…
Category: Interviews
Welcome Susan Krawitz – Viva Rose!
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…
Getting Ready for Hanukkah! A New Visit with Pamela Ehrenberg
I have been a fan of Pamela Ehrenberg since I first read her novel Ethan, Suspended. I am delighted to chat with her about her delightful new picture book, The Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas. Tell me a bit about…
Welcome – Laya Steinberg
Laya Steinberg is an award-winning author. She is also an artist, teacher, and gardener. Laya’s newest book, The Best Sukkot Ever, is a heartwarming story about a boy named Micah who sets out to find the perfect pumpkin for his…
Welcome – Erika Dreifus!
Erika Dreifus is a “writer’s writer,” and I have long admired her work and contributions to the community of creatives. Erika is the author of Quiet Americans: Stories (Last Light Studio), a multi-award-winning book. She an advisory board member for J Journal: New…
Welcome – Arthur Levine
Arthur Levine is well-known as the co-editor of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter Books, and his role as editor and publisher of Arthur A. Levine Books, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. Arthur is also a picture book author. His recent release…
Barbara Krasner – Holocaustkidlit.com
My friend and colleague, Barbara Krasner, has recently launched Holocaustkidlit.com, a database of Holocaust books for children. The site offers easy access to a wealth of information with a large variety of searchable fields. It is an incredible resource and will no…
Catriella Freedman – PJ Our Way
The success of PJ Library for younger readers, which provides books of Jewish content to families with children through age eight, has been expanded with PJ Our Way. This is great news for readers (ages 9-11) and for authors! I’m delighted…
Sydney Taylor Book Award Blog Tour – Silver Medal Winner, A Hat for Mrs. Goldman
The 2017 Sydney Taylor Book Award Silver Winner for Readers is A Hat for Mrs. Goldman – A Story About Knitting and Love (Schwartz & Wade). Mrs. Goldman knits hats for others and explains to her young neighbor Sophia, that “Keeping keppies…
John Kanzler, Illustrator – The Sundown Kid
I am thrilled to welcome John Kanzler, illustrator of The Sundown Kid – A Southwestern Shabbat. John has illustrated dozens of children’s books and I couldn’t wait to see his vision for The Sundown Kid. In most cases, authors and…