Between The Lines
Brave New Words: Taking God To Task For The Shoah
22 Jan
Menachem Rosensaft's book, "Burning Psalms: Confronting Adonai After Auschwitz," challenges the traditional portrayal of God through a series of 150 psalms t...
22 Jan
JTA
Lee Yaron’s account of Oct. 7 attacks named Jewish book of the year
22 Jan
Israeli journalist Lee Yaron's book \"10/7: 100 Human Stories\" has been awarded the Jewish Book of the Year at the 74th National Jewish Book Awards. This re...
22 Jan
Hadassah
This Steamy Jewish Book Goes Beyond Sex and Scandal
21 Jan
Jessica Elisheva Emerson's debut novel, "Olive Days," explores the tumultuous emotional journey of Rina Kirsch, a Modern Orthodox Jewish mother in Los Angele...
21 Jan
Hadassah
‘We Would Never’
21 Jan
Tova Mirvis' novel, "We Would Never," intricately blends a murder mystery with a deep exploration of familial and personal complexities. The story centers ar...
21 Jan
Moment
Poem | Ellipsis, Genesis
20 Jan
Joanna Chen's poem "Ellipsis, Genesis" presents a poignant reimagining of the Biblical story of Cain and Abel. By placing emphasis on the moment just prior t...
20 Jan
Moment
Visual Moment | All Eyes on Kafka
20 Jan
Franz Kafka's legacy is explored through major exhibitions worldwide, giving insight into the life of the famous Jewish-Czech writer, known for his dark, exi...
20 Jan
MomentMag
Joanna Chen: Ellipsis, Genesis
17 Jan
In a new reading for Moment magazine, poet Joanna Chen shares her latest work 'Ellipsis, Genesis.' Previously in the spotlight for the controversy surroundin...
17 Jan
Forward
A Jewish family’s trauma is the villain in an epic Israeli-Palestinian love story
17 Jan
Zeeva Bukai's debut novel, *The Anatomy of Exile*, explores the complexities of a Mizrahi Israeli family's immigration to America amidst the backdrop of inte...
17 Jan
Jewish Chronicle
The best new books for toddlers, teens and those in between
17 Jan
This selection of new books offers a variety of culturally rich stories appropriate for different age groups. 'The Girl with the Secret Name' by Yael Zoldan ...
17 Jan
Jewish Chronicle
East Broadway to Whitechapel, review: ‘stirring snapshots of a bygone world’
17 Jan
Dovid Katz's "East Broadway to Whitechapel" is a poignant collection of short stories that conjures the vanished worlds of Jewish neighborhoods in Brooklyn a...
17 Jan
Forward
Psychologist and Yiddish culture activist Michael Fox has died at 79
16 Jan
Michael (Menachem) Fox, a psychologist and vibrant advocate of Yiddish culture, passed away at 79. Born in Kazakhstan to Holocaust survivors, he was deeply i...
16 Jan
Lehrhaus
“Endless Light” and Boundless Soul
15 Jan
In his latest poetry collection, "The Concealment of Endless Light," Yehoshua November delves deep into the essence of the human soul and its connection to t...
15 Jan
Jewish Review of Books
Letters, Winter 2025
15 Jan
Alexandra Popoff's response to Gary Saul Morson's review of her biography of Ayn Rand debates the interpretation of Rand's literary influences and Jewish ide...
15 Jan
Jewish Review of Books
Look Ma, No Hands!
15 Jan
Joseph Epstein, renowned for his wit and formidable career as a writer and editor, has ventured into the personal realm with his memoir "Never Say You've Had...
15 Jan
Jewish Review of Books
Boy Meets Girl Meets Apocalypse
15 Jan
Akiva Schick's review of Benjamin Resnick's novel "Next Stop" explores a dystopian narrative where Israel has mysteriously vanished, sparking authoritarianis...
15 Jan
Jewish Review of Books
“I’m Eighty-Five Years Old, Bubba’leh”
15 Jan
In a reflective narrative, Mordechai Yavin-Jesselson—a respected academic, rabbi, and writer—contemplates his life after the death of his wife, Paulina, and ...
15 Jan
Jewish Review of Books
A Need for Roots
15 Jan
The article discusses the complexities of Simone Weil's personal and intellectual life through her family correspondence, translated into English as "A Life ...
15 Jan
Jewish Review of Books
Bellow after Gaza: Rereading To Jerusalem and Back
15 Jan
Elliot Kaufman revisits "To Jerusalem and Back," Saul Bellow's 1976 literary-political travelogue, exploring its enduring relevance amidst Israel's ongoing t...
15 Jan
JTA
Franz Kafka’s Hebrew writings are now on view in New York City
13 Jan
Franz Kafka's lesser-known Hebrew writings are featured in a new exhibit at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City, highlighting the Jewish influence...
13 Jan
Jewish Chronicle
Singer Sisters review: ‘gentle notes on the gritty business of making music’
13 Jan
Sarah Seltzer's debut novel, "The Singer Sisters," immerses readers into the world of 1960s folk music through the story of fictional Jewish siblings Judie a...
13 Jan
Hadassah
Guide to Jewish Literature – January/February 2025
8 Jan
Randi O'Connor's guide in Hadassah Magazine provides an overview of notable Jewish literature for early 2025. It highlights a selection of both contemporary ...
8 Jan
Hadassah
New and Noteworthy Holocaust Books
8 Jan
Five recently published books offer diverse and profound insights into the Holocaust and its enduring impact. Menachem Rosensaft's "Burning Psalms," structur...
8 Jan
Forward
A young artist’s search for the long-lost script of a Yiddish play
7 Jan
Rokhl Kafrissen critiques the often-misunderstood narrative surrounding Yiddish culture and brings an insider perspective through her play, "Shtumer Shabes" ...
7 Jan
Kveller
TV Star Josh Radnor to Host New Show About Jewish Books
6 Jan
Actor Josh Radnor is set to host a new show and podcast titled "The People of the Book" on JLTV, premiering in late 2025. Known for his role as Ted Mosby in ...
6 Jan
Between The Lines
3 Books I Highly Recommend
5 Jan
Gary Rosenblatt presents three compelling book recommendations, each exploring different facets of Jewish life and thought. "It Takes Two to Torah" by Abigai...
5 Jan
Mishpacha
Lie of the Land: Chapter 29
31 Dec 2024
Penina, alongside her colleagues, speculates about a puzzling case involving Moish Garfinkel, a low-level security guard who allegedly disappeared after comm...
31 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Darkenbloom by Eva Menasse review: ‘Utterly gripping and unforgettable days later’
31 Dec 2024
Eva Menasse's novel "Darkenbloom" is a complex and gripping work set in 1989 Austria, reflecting on the enduring impact of World War II and the Holocaust on ...
31 Dec 2024
Hadassah
Hadassah Magazine’s Favorite Jewish Books of 2024
27 Dec 2024
Hadassah Magazine presents its list of favorite Jewish books for 2024, highlighting works that resonate with the contemporary Jewish experience. This curated...
27 Dec 2024
JTA
Jewish Life Stories: One of the last ‘Ritchie Boys’ dies at 101
27 Dec 2024
Victor Brombert, a prominent literature scholar and a member of the Ritchie Boys, a secret American intelligence unit during WWII, passed away at 101. Born t...
27 Dec 2024
Moment
Moment’s 2024 Books Gift Guide
26 Dec 2024
Selecting the perfect book as a gift can open up new conversations and connections, and Amy E. Schwartz's "Moments 2024 Books Gift Guide" provides a curated ...
26 Dec 2024
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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This Hanukkah, a new children’s book shares the true story of a young boy who kept the light on in his shtetl
25 Dec 2024
Sheila Baslaw, at the age of 92, has co-authored a children's book, "The Light Keeper," with Karen Levine, highlighting the true story of Baslaw's father, Sa...
25 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
2024 in review: Jewish books
24 Dec 2024
This annual review highlights a range of impactful Jewish books across diverse genres. "Cold Crematorium" by Jzsef Debreczeni offers a harrowing first-hand a...
24 Dec 2024
Tel Aviv Review
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Elias Khoury: In Memoriam
23 Dec 2024
Yehuda Shenhav Shaharabani reflects on his profound connection with Lebanese novelist Elias Khoury, highlighting the author's influential role in bridging cu...
23 Dec 2024
Lehrhaus
Three Poems from “A Prayer of Six Wings”
23 Dec 2024
Owen Lewis explores profound themes in his three poems from "A Prayer of Six Wings," weaving together Jewish historical, religious, and philosophical element...
23 Dec 2024
JTA
What’s everybody reading? Readers suggest the defining Jewish books of the 21st century
22 Dec 2024
In this exploration of Jewish literature suggested by readers, Andrew Silow-Carroll highlights key books that reflect the dynamics and challenges facing 21st...
22 Dec 2024
Forward
While Yiddish lives, Isaac Bashevis Singer’s ghost stories may flourish
22 Dec 2024
Isaac Bashevis Singer's ghost stories, which intertwine Jewish mysticism and Yiddish folklore, are being celebrated in the play 'Bashevis Demons' at Theatre ...
22 Dec 2024
Forward
It's been a dark year. The holidays are challenging. Let Isaac Bashevis Singer guide you
20 Dec 2024
Reflecting on a challenging year, Emily Tamkin draws inspiration from Isaac Bashevis Singer's short story "A Piece of Advice." The story teaches that actions...
20 Dec 2024
Forward
Rebecca Makkai, whose grandfather drafted a Nazi-era antisemitic law, is writing a novel about the rise of fascism
20 Dec 2024
Rebecca Makkai, an acclaimed American novelist, is working on a new novel set in 1938, exploring the rise of fascism in the United States. Her announcement h...
20 Dec 2024
Forward
New issue of 'Yidishland' is devoted to the prize-winning writer Michael Felsenbaum
20 Dec 2024
The latest issue of 'Yidishland' magazine is dedicated to Michael Felsenbaum, a celebrated writer whose contributions to Yiddish literature have been widely ...
20 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
JC2’s guide to the best new titles for toddlers and tweens
19 Dec 2024
This guide reviews several captivating new book titles for toddlers and tweens, with a focus on Jewish themes and creative storytelling. "Hanukkah Hippity-Ho...
19 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The brilliant German-Jewish poet you have probably never heard of
19 Dec 2024
Nelly Sachs, the German-Jewish poet renowned for her poignant representation of Holocaust experiences, is celebrated anew with Andrew Shanks’s translation of...
19 Dec 2024
Forward
Boris Sandler and Daniel Galay receive the Rubinlicht Prize
19 Dec 2024
Boris Sandler and Daniel Galay, prominent figures in the world of Yiddish literature and culture, have been honored with the Rubinlicht Prize. Boris Sandler,...
19 Dec 2024
Lehrhaus
What Sons Receive: A Collection of Poems
18 Dec 2024
Yael Unterman's collection of poems, "What Sons Receive," explores the complex legacies passed down from fathers to sons within a Biblical and emotional fram...
18 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Review of Guardians of the Flame: A historical fiction about the wars of the Maccabim
18 Dec 2024
"Guardians of the Flame" by C. Cohen is a historical fiction novel centered on the Maccabean revolt against the Greeks, set in 164 BCE. The novel, reviewed b...
18 Dec 2024
Jewish Action
Books That Shine: Two Inspirational Books for Kids This Chanukah
18 Dec 2024
In "Books That Shine: Two Inspirational Books for Kids This Chanukah," author Steve Lipman reviews two children's books that offer lessons in heroism and ded...
18 Dec 2024
Forward
Blog ties weekly Torah portion with works of Yiddish writers
13 Dec 2024
Sheva Zucker has launched a unique literary blog titled 'Dos gezang fun der sedre' that aligns weekly Torah portions with works of Yiddish literature. The bl...
13 Dec 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Does the world really need another Leonard Cohen biography?
13 Dec 2024
With nearly 30 biographies of Leonard Cohen already in existence, Christophe Lebold's new work, "Leonard Cohen, The Man Who Saw Angels Fall," raises the ques...
13 Dec 2024
Moment
Flavius Josephus, Lion Feuchtwanger and the Eternal Struggle with History
12 Dec 2024
In exploring the complex legacies of Flavius Josephus and Lion Feuchtwanger, the USC Doheny Memorial Library exhibit delves into themes of survival, compromi...
12 Dec 2024
Lehrhaus
The Meeting
12 Dec 2024
In "The Meeting," Harris Bor offers a poetic reimagining of the biblical encounter between Esau and Jacob. The narrative captures the tension and unspoken em...
12 Dec 2024
Moment
Left on Tenth with Delia Ephron and Amy E. Schwartz
8 Dec 2024
Delia Ephron's memoir, "Left on Tenth," chronicles her journey through personal loss and a battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), interwoven with the joy ...
8 Dec 2024