Many of you are familiar with the wonderful PJ Library program that distributes Jewish books to young children. I recently learned about Sifriyat Pijama B’America, which mails free Hebrew books to kids 3-6 throughout the country. Later this month I…
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Blogging for YALSA
I’m excited to be a guest blogger for YALSA! Check it out! http://www.yalsa.ala.org/thehub/2012/02/28/the-2012-sydney-taylor-book-awards-for-younger-and-teen-readers/
SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARDS ANNOUNCED!
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 2012 Sydney Taylor Book Awards Announced by the Association of Jewish Libraries Michael J. Rosen and Robert Sabuda, author and artist of Chanukah Lights, Susan Goldman Rubin, author of Music Was It: Young Leonard Bernstein, and…
Goodbye Simms Taback
Our community was sad to hear about the passing of Simms Taback, creator of Joseph Had a Little Overcoat and many other beautiful books. His contributions to literature for children will be enjoyed for generations. May his memory be a…
Three Literary Agents in One Workshop!
On behalf of my friend, Anna Olswanger I am happy to share the following announcement about a terrific writer’s workshop in the New York area. Fall Workshop Where Do I Go From Here?: 3 Literary Agents, 3 Opinions You took…
Thank you, Montreal!
The Association of Jewish Libraries held their convention in Montreal. What a wonderful city! The Sydney Taylor Book Award Committee had the opportunity to share some of our favorite books of the year and present this year’s winners with their…
A New Release from Marc Lumer
I’m always happy to share good news. My illustrator friend Marc Lumer is excited to announce his new book, Hashem is Truly Everywhere written by Chani Altein and illustrated by Marc Lumer published by Hachai. Sometimes children picture Hashem as…
Graphic Novel Conference – April 3rd
10:00AM to 3:00PM – SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2011Featured Speakers:Sid Jacobson was editor in chief at Harvey Comics, where he created Richie Rich, and was the executive editor at Marvel Comics. His collaborations with illustrator Ernie Colon include the fascinating 9/11…
The 2011 Sydney Taylor Book Award Blog Tour
The Sydney Taylor Book Award 2011 Blog Tour takes place from February 6-11, 2011. Award-winning authors and illustrators will be featured on popular blogs. Do you want to meet the authors and illustrators? Check out the details here: The 2011…
SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD ANNOUNCED!
THE 2011 SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARDSANNOUNCED BY THE ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH LIBRARIES The Sydney Taylor Book Award Winner for Younger Readers:Gathering Sparks by Howard Schwartz with illustrations by Kristina Swarner (Roaring Brook Press, an imprint of Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group)…