The winner of the Like a Maccabee book contest is Debbie Colodny. Debbie also sent in her fabulous latke recipe. I can’t wait to try it! Latkes with a Spin.3 Granny Smith apples3 parsnips3 slightly beaten eggs3 Tbsp. flour or…
Like a Maccabee Contest Ends on December 26!
In honor of Hanukkah I am offering a contest for a signed copy of Like a Maccabee. Simply send an e-mail to me at [email protected] with Happy Hanukkah in the title. Only one entry per family, but if you include…
Like a Maccabee Contest!
In honor of Hanukkah I will be oferring a contest for signed copy of Like a Maccabee. Just send an e-mail to [email protected] with “Happy Hanukkah” in the message. The winning reader will be randomly selected. If you send along…
HAPPY HANUKKAH
To all my friends and blog readers, I wish you all a Happy Hanukkah filled with light and love. As we celebrate with the scent of frying latkes, the sweet taste of sufganiyot (jelly donuts), and the dancing flames of…
Exploring the Holocaust Through Children’s Literature
The Western Regional Jewish Literature for Children Conference is coming up on February 1, 2009. Here is the announcement for this terrific day: The Association of Jewish Libraries, Association of Jewish Libraries of Southern California, Simon Wiesenthal Center Museum of…
Once Upon A World Book Award Winner – Gretchen Woelfle
On November 2, I attended the Awards Program for The Once Upon A World Book Award. The event took place at The Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles. This award was established by Sonia Levitin and her family to “support…
Association of Jewish Libraries Launches Podcast
My friend Heidi Estrin shared the exciting news about the new AJL podcast. There are some really terrific programs available. Please check it out! Here is the original press release with all the info you need: Author talks, lectures on…
Welcome Debbie Spring
Debbie Spring has been a writer for over twenty years. I was deeply touched by her book, THE RIGHTEOUS SMUGGLER (Second Story Press, 2005), which is a part of the Holocaust Remembrance Series, and was short-listed for CBC’s Young Canada…
Introducing Alexis O’Neill
The High Holidays are a time for reflection and counting the blessing in our lives. One of the greatest blessings of all is the gift of friendship. I am thrilled to introduce my dear friend, Alexis O’Neill. Alexis is a…
Deborah Blumenthal
Deborah Blumenthal is an award-winning journalist and nutritionist who divides her time between writing adult novels and children’s books. She has been a regular contributor to The New York Times covering health and fitness stories, consumer issues, and travel, including…