I’m pleased to introduce children’s book illustrator, Marc Lumer. Marc Lumer’s early works have appeared on the Warner Bros hit shows Batman and Superman. While Lumer was at DreamWorks his paintings helped create the animated films Prince of Egypt and…
Karen Hesse’s books have entertained and enlightened countless readers. I have been a great fan of her work for many years. I’m delighted that she has been honored with the Sydney Taylor Book Award for her historical novel Brooklyn Bridge.…
My friend Heidi Estrin has organized a blog tour for the STBA winners. Here is the schedule: Sunday, January 18, 2009: Karen Hesse, author of Brooklyn Bridges, Sydney Taylor Book Award winner in the Older Readers Category at Jewish Books…
Congratulations to all the winners – it has been an honor to serve on the Sydney Taylor Book Award Committee! THE 2009 SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARDSANNOUNCED BY THE ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH LIBRARIES The Sydney Taylor Book Award Winner for Younger…
David Adler is the much-loved author of over 200 books for children, including the iconic Cam Jansen Series. David’s writing career was inspired by his curious three-year-old nephew whose questions led to David’s first book, A Little At A Time…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…