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Rebecca Goldstein and Yael Goldstein-Love, both acclaimed novelists, engage in a conversation with Moment Book and Opinion Editor Amy E. Schwartz about the c...

Rebecca Goldstein, Yael Goldstein-Love, and Amy E. Schwartz discuss the evolution of the Jewish mother figure in literature, alongside the winners of the Mom...

Michael Orbach, the 2023 second-place (tie) winner of the Moment Magazine-Karma Foundation Short Fiction Contest, discusses his story "Sounds Turtles Make" w...

Talia Blatt discusses her award-winning story "Overnight Shift" with Moment editor Sarah Breger, sharing insights into her writing process and inspirations f...

Ralph Levinson, the 2023 first-place winner of the Moment Magazine-Karma Foundation Short Fiction Contest, discusses his winning story, "The Laugh," with Mom...

"Prisoner Z" is a poem that paints a dystopian picture of a world filled with unrest and oppression, drawing parallels to current real-world events in countr...

Nathaniel Rudavsky-Brody's translations of Romanian francophone poet-philosopher Benjamin Fondane and French writer Paul Valéry have been highly praised for ...

Hadassah Magazine features recent releases by Hadassah members, exemplifying the diverse literary talents within the Jewish community. For instance, "Postwar...

This August 2024 presents a diverse selection of Jewish books to explore. Margalit Fox’s "The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum" sheds light on the life of Fredericka...

Gabrielle Zevin discussed her Jewish background and identity in a virtual interview with Hadassah Magazine for her novel "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorro...

Gabrielle Zevin, author of the award-winning novel "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow," has been targeted as a Zionist author following her appearance in ...

The Moment Magazine-Karma Foundation Short Fiction Contest was established in 2000 to honor Jewish short fiction writers, with the 2023 stories judged by Reb...

Rabbi Gershon Edelman grapples with grief and guilt after the sudden passing of his wife, Rebbetzin Freeda Edelman. He reflects on their arranged but happy m...

Recent novels by Jewish authors such as Yael Goldstein-Love and Katya Apekina delve into the surreal and supernatural aspects of motherhood, exploring themes...

This summer's top Jewish reads include "The Safekeep" by Yael van der Wouden, a poignant story set in postwar rural Dutch village; "Rabbits" by Hugo Rikfind,...

In 1975, Jewish icons Carole King and Maurice Sendak collaborated on a children's musical called "Really Rosie," based on Sendak's book. The story follows Ro...

Vladimir Nabokov, a prominent Russian-born author, led a life marked by tragedy and an enduring connection to Jewish heritage. Nabokov's family history refle...

Holocaust educator Alex Dancyg, known for his work at Yad Vashem, was abducted by Hamas from his home and confirmed dead in Gaza at 75. Salomon Schulman, a S...

Gabrielle Zevin's novel "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow," a bestseller for two years, recently faced controversy due to accusations from pro-Palestinia...

In a world filled with anxiety and uncertainty, Jewish children's books can bring joy and a sense of belonging to families. The author explains the importanc...

The essay discusses the need for mourning and healing in the Jewish community following the October 7 massacre and parallels it with the concept of the Three...

President Joe Biden's decision not to seek reelection after facing various challenges in recent times is compared to the storyline of Jacob Gordin's famed Yi...

Chapter 4 of "Who's Counting" reflects on the protagonist's impending return from Eretz Yisrael to high school, expressing reluctance towards the social chal...

Franz Kafka, the Jewish writer from Prague who died 100 years ago, continues to be widely read and influential, with new translations and works inspired by h...

Reuven Fenton shares insights into his debut novel, 'Goyhood: A Novel,' which explores identity and faith through a humorous narrative inspired by his own ex...

A new documentary, "How to Come Alive with Norman Mailer," as well as two books, "Write Like A Man" by Ronnie Grinberg and "The Freaks Came Out to Write" by ...

Senator J.D. Vance, known for his bestselling book "Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis," has risen to prominence in American politic...

Russian court has sentenced the prominent Russian-Jewish writer Masha Gessen to eight years in prison in absentia for comments made about Russia's actions in...

The text discusses the 2023 Moment Magazine-Karma Foundation Short Fiction Contest for Jewish authors judged by Rebecca Newberger Goldstein. It then follows ...

Rachel Gordan explores the post-World War II era when Jewish writers used popular middlebrow books and articles, such as "Exodus" and "Gentleman's Agreement,...

Noah Feldman's "A Tour Guide for the Perplexed" delves into the historical emergence of Hebrew literature in the nineteenth century designed to guide moderni...

In "A Savannah Poet," author Jason K. Friedman shares his journey of uncovering the intriguing story of Gratz Cohen, the son of a prominent Jewish figure in ...

Kabbalistic literature, with its ancient wisdom, discusses the concept of zimzum, or the diminishment of God, as a key aspect of creation in the eyes of figu...

In the "Letters, Summer 2024" section, David Lobron praises Maya Arad's novella "The Hebrew Teacher," likening it to Vladimir Nabokov's work and highlighting...

The article highlights a selection of summer reads with unexpected and fascinating stories, ranging from contemporary self-discovery to historical thrillers ...

In Chapter 9 of "Remember Me," two characters find themselves trapped in a strange house with no means of escape. They try to assess their options, consideri...

In Chapter 8 of "Remember Me," the protagonist, Yair, encounters Shimmy Gruber who interrupts his secretive mission at a house. Yair is frustrated by Shimmy'...

In Chapter 7 of "Remember Me," the protagonist, Yair, is struggling to figure out how to stop some unidentified individuals. When his teacher, Mr. Berg, catc...

"Watership Down" is a 1972 British children's book by Richard Adams that follows a group of rabbits led by Herzl Hazel on a journey of adventure, hardship, a...

David Baddiel's memoir "My Family" delves into his dysfunctional family dynamics, portraying his parents' lack of interest in him and his brothers, highlight...

In the text "In Drohobych," the author describes their experiences in Lviv and Drohobych amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In Lviv, the ongoing conflict ...

French director Nurith Aviv's documentary "The Secrets of Yiddish Poetry," available on YouTube, showcases the passion of seven young Yiddish scholars, both ...

The text delves into the narrator's reflections on aging, parenthood, and self-awareness, inspired by Nora Ephron's sentiments about getting older. The narra...

Delmore Schwartz, a prominent Jewish writer associated with the New York intellectuals, made a significant impact with his short story "In Dreams Begin Respo...

Lihi Lapid, Israel's former First Lady and a successful writer, discusses her foray into politics, highlighting the caution required in choosing words carefu...

A new musical titled "Go!" brings a fresh perspective to the story of Moses and the Exodus, focusing on his complexities as a character and the challenges he...

In a commentary drawing parallels between President Joe Biden and the biblical figure Jonah, Emily Tamkin highlights the importance of prioritizing democracy...

"The Guide to the Perplexed" by Moses Maimonides has long been shrouded in mystery and controversy within Jewish circles. Lenn E. Goodman's recent works, a n...

In "Long Island Compromise" by Taffy Brodesser-Akner, the story focuses on the Fletcher family, a wealthy Jewish American family in a fictional Long Island s...

In Taffy Brodesser-Akner's novel "Long Island Compromise," a multi-generational Jewish family grapples with the aftermath of trauma, notably a kidnapping tha...