Interviews

Welcome, Ann Koffsky

Ann Koffsky has illustrated and authored over 20 books for children, including Eight Lights for Eight Nights (Barron’s Educational Series), and My Cousin Tamar Lives in Israel (URJ Press) which was given a Notable Book designation by the Association of…

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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…

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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…

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Welcome Anna Olswanger!

Anna Olswanger is one of the busiest and most diverse professionals in the world of children’s books. Among many other roles, Anna is an award-winning author, literary agent, promoter of Jewish books, and publisher of miniature books. I was thrilled…

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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…

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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)…

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