I am delighted beyond measure to share this interview with the amazing Debbie Levy about her book, I Dissent –…
The Book of Life Podcast – Richard Michelson and Leonard Nimoy
My friend Heidi Estrin chats with Rich Michelson about his new picture book biography Fascinating: The Life of Leonard Nimoy. Listen…
The Little Esrog
Just in time for Sukkos! I am pleased to share a lovely new book by Rochelle Kochin, illustrated by Janice…
Celebrate – Burton Sperber Jewish Community Library!
I am excited to announce that my friend Lisa Silverman is the Library Director at the new Burton Sperber Jewish…
More Than Enough – A Visit With April Halprin Wayland
My friend April Halprin Wayland has a beautiful new book out – just in time for Passover. More Than Enough…
Greenhorn – The Movie!
I am thrilled to share some terrific news. A few years ago I had the pleasure of interviewing Anna Olswanger…
Multicultural Kid Blogs
My friend, Heidi Estrin wrote a terrific blog post about Jewish Children’s Literature awards, right here: Jewish Kidlit Awards
The Sydney Taylor Book Award Blog Tour! Adam and Thomas by Aharon Applefeld, translated by Jeffrey M. Greene, illustrated by Phillippe Dumas
I am so happy to celebrate Adam and Thomas (Triangle Square Books), this year’s winner of the Sydney Taylor Book…
2016 Sydney Taylor Book Awards Announced!
Lesléa Newman and Amy June Bates, author and illustrator of Ketzel, the Cat who Composed, Aharon Appelfeld, Philippe Dumas and…
SO many books! Important 2015 lists for readers
Several important sources have highlighted the best books of the year. Books make the best holiday gifts! New York…