I have been a fan of Deborah Heiligman’s books for years. Last summer I had a chance to meet Deborah at the Association of Jewish Libraries Conference in Houston where Deborah was presented with the Sydney Taylor Book Award for her…
Jewish Book Carnival
Erika Dreifus is hosting this month’s Jewish Book Carnival! Check it out here: http://www.erikadreifus.com/2013/09/jewish-book-carnival-2/
What A Way To Start A New Year!
I was so excited to learn that my friend Jacqueline Jules had a new book about Rosh Hashanah. When she explained that the story had a 24-year history, I had to know more! I invited Jacqueline to share the “story…
Jewish Book Carnival
The August Jewish Book Carnival, a monthly roundup of Jewish literary links from across the blogosphere, is being hosted Leora Wenger at Sketching Out. You can read it at http://www.leoraw.com/blog/2013/08/august-jewish-book-carnival/. You’ll find links toJewish bibliographies, book reviews and author interviews!
Good News from Good Friends!
One of the highlights of having a blog is staying in contact with the wonderful folks I’ve had the honor of interviewing. As a fan, it’s a pleasure to follow their careers and celebrate their accomplishments. Today I have lots…
Association of Jewish Libraries Conference – Sydney Taylor Book Award Celebration!
The Association of Jewish Libraries Convention took place in Houston, Texas in June. What a fabulous experience. Everything you have heard about Southern hospitality is true. The highlight was the Sydney Taylor Book Award Committee presentations, of course! For those who…
Sylvia Rouss – A World of Blessings
When I heard my friend Sylvia Rouss had published a collection of short stories, I wanted to learn more about her book as well as her publishing endeavor, Apple and Honey Press. Sylvia was kind enough to share thoughts about…
Thank You for Me!
A shout-out to my friend, illustrator Ann Koffsky for her new book, Thank You for Me! The book is based on Rick Recht’s hit song, “Kobi’s Lullaby.” Rick is the top-touring artist in Jewish music. Ann says he is a total rock…
Honoring Yom HaShoah – An interview with Anna Olswanger and Miriam Nerlove
Monday, April 8th is Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. In honor of this important day, I’d like to share a new book by my friend, Anna Olswanger. Greenhorn is based on a true story. In the book, Daniel is a…
Brave Girl: Clara and the Shirtwaist Makers’ Strike of 1909
My friend Michelle Markel has been featured on my blog before so for her new release, we decided to try something new. To many authors, new books feel like their children. Michelle’s latest creative offspring is Brave Girl: Clara and the Shirtwaist…