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The Year of Goodbyes

Debbie Levy is the author of nonfiction, fiction, and poetry books for young people. Her most recent title is The Year of Goodbyes: A True Story of Friendship, Family, and Farewells (Disney-Hyperion 2010). The book is based on her mother’s…

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Secrets of a Jewish Mother

The Jewish mother is traditionally the heart of the family. How has modern life changed the role of mothers in Jewish families? Despite technological advances, shifting social norms, and changing fashions, the soul of a Jewish mother remains strong from…

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Welcome Debby Waldman

I am thrilled to introduce author Debby Waldman. Debby’s first picture book, A Sack Full of Feathers, a charming retelling of a Jewish folktale, was published by Orca in 2006. She is also the author of WOW: World’s Outstanding Women…

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The Kayak by Debbie Spring

Debbie Spring, author of The Righteous Smuggler has just released a new book, The Kayak. If you are looking for a meaningful middle-grade novel, here is a bit of info: Being involved in sports took Teresa’s mind off the demands…

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The Rabbi is Back in Town!

In his colorful career on the Rocky Mountain frontier, Rabbi Harvey has matched wits with a variety of villains—most notably the sweet-faced “Bad Bubbe” Bloom, and the self-proclaimed genius “Big Milt” Wasserman. In this exciting new volume, these two formidable…

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Honoring Sid Fleischman

I was saddened today to hear of the passing of Sid Fleischman. Sid was a gifted writer and his contributions to children’s literature will continue to enlighten generations of children. More importantly, Sid was a kind and generous man. I…

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