Howard Schwartz is a folklorist, mythologist, and author of numerous Jewish books for adults and children. His recent picture book,…
3,548 Library Lovers Celebrate Jewish Library Snapshot Day
My friends Heidi and Etta organized a wonderful event to honor Jewish Libraries. Check out this inspiring video! Read about…
King Solomon and the Bee
For many years, children have been charmed by the adaptation of the classic tale of King Solomon and an oh-so-smart…
Adventures in Latkeland
Today I welcome Karen Fisman, the author of Adventures in Latkaland and Problems in Purimville, the second book in the…
The Rooster Prince of Breslov is here!
I am thrilled to welcome my dear friend, Ann Stampler. Ann is a multi-award-winning children’s author. Fans of all ages…
Welcome, Margarita Engle
Margarita Engle is a multi-award-winning author and poet. Her novel-in-verse, Tropical Secrets (Henry Holt) was honored with the Sydney Taylor…
Robin Friedman – The Importance of Wings – Sydney Taylor Winner
I have just returned from the Association of Jewish Libraries Convention in Seattle. One of the highlights of the convention…
Welcome Laurel Snyder and Baxter the Pig Who Wanted to be Kosher
I am pleased to introduce my friend, Laurel Snyder. Laurel is the author of three novels for children: Penny Dreadful,…
Sydney Taylor Book Award Committee Call for Submissions
If you have a book published this year, please share the following with your publicity team so we can consider…
Association of Jewish Libraries Conference
The Association of Jewish Libraries is gearing up for their annual convention. This year the big event will be held…