I am pleased to introduce Rebecca Klempner. Her work has appeared in numerous magazines and she is the author of several books. The most recent is an endearing middle-grade novel, Adina at Her Best (Menucha). Adina Ben Ami truly tries…
Category: Interviews
Welcome Lesléa Newman – Gittel’s Journey
Just in time for Valentine’s Day is a picture book that will touch the deepest places of your heart. It is a pleasure to celebrate the release of Gittel’s Journey: An Ellis Island Story (Abrams Books for Young Readers) by…
Defying The Nazis: The Life Of German Officer Wilm Hosenfeld – Star Bright Books
DEFYING THE NAZIS by Hermann Vinke is a translation and adaptation of the adult biography about Wilm Hosenfeld, the German officer who risked his life to save others. He is best known for rescuing Wladyslaw Szpilman, depicted in the acclaimed…
Welcome Joanne Oppenheim – The Knish War on Rivington Street
I am delighted to introduce award-winning author, Joanne Oppenheim. Joanne has published over 50 books for children. The most recent is The Knish War on Riverton Street (Albert Whitman & Company), a charming and beautifully illustrated picture book about two…
All-of-a-Kind Family Hanukkah on The Book of Life Podcast
From Heidi Rabinowitz at Book of Life Podcast: The new picture book All-of-a-Kind Family, based on the classic chapter books by Sydney Taylor, is the subject of The Book of Life podcast’s newest episode. Hear an interview with author Emily…
Hanukkah Hamster – Welcome Back, Michelle Markel!
I have been fortunate to interview Michelle Markel about some of her nonfiction books. Today, we chat about her new picture book, HANUKKAH HAMSTER (Sleeping Bear Press), illustrated by Andre Ceolin. HANUKKAH HAMSTER is a tender story of the friendship…
Welcome Lauren Ranalli – The Great Latke Cook Off
How do you make the perfect latke? I’m so happy to introduce Lauren Ranalli, the author of The Great Latke Cook Off. We all have unique ways of celebrating traditional holidays. Lauren’s new book is a fun, multi-generational story about…
Anna Levine – All Eyes On Alexandra
My friend Anna Levine has a new book – and it’s gorgeous! ALL EYES ON ALEXANDRA (Kar-Ben) tells the story of bird migration to Israel through the eyes of a young crane, Alexandra. Anna has captured the beauty of nature…
Jane Kohuth – Who’s Got The Etrog?
It is such a pleasure to introduce Jane Kohuth, another wonderful author I met at the Yiddish Book Center TENT program. I was already a fan of Jane’s books, including Esty the Mensh and Anne Frank’s Chestnut Tree. Jane’s newest book is a …
Welcome Hava Ben-Zvi – We Who Lived
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…