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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...

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...

In exploring the complex legacies of Flavius Josephus and Lion Feuchtwanger, the USC Doheny Memorial Library exhibit delves into themes of survival, compromi...

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...

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 ...

The New York Jewish Book Festival, held at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, creates a cultural space that counters the trend of canceling Jewish writers and ar...

Ted Goldstein, a Jewish poet and educator, provocatively invites literary figures who endorse boycotts against Israeli writers to also boycott his work. He s...

Margalit Fox will discuss her book, "The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Organized-Crime Boss," during a One Book, One Hadassah ev...

Howard Langer's debut novel, "The Last Dekrepitzer," follows Rebbe Shmuel Meir Lichtbencher, the lone survivor of a fictional Hasidic sect destroyed in the H...

Marking Jewish Book Month, Gary Rosenblatt highlights "The Triumph of Life: A Narrative Theology of Judaism" by Rabbi Irving Yitz Greenberg. The book reflect...

The 2025 Wingate Prize longlist showcases an eclectic mix of Jewish-themed literature, from novels and memoirs to philosophy and history. This year's selecti...

In examining the post-WWII Jewish literary culture, the article discusses three recent scholarly works by Rachel Gordan, Miriam Eve Mora, and Ronnie Grinberg...

"The Happiest Man On Earth" is a captivating one-man show at Southwark Playhouse, adapted from Eddie Jaku's memoir by Mark St. Germain and performed by Kenne...

The musical Wicked, seen as an allegory of Jewish history, offers deep insights into themes of scapegoating and resilience. The story reimagines The Wizard o...

Ber Kotlerman, a prolific Yiddish author, has been awarded the J. I. Segal Award for his collection of stories titled "Samoyed." Kotlerman, who was born in 1...

In light of increasing concerns about antisemitism and representation in literature, Hadassah Magazine's article discusses the potential marginalization of J...

Baruch November's collection of poems, including "Dance Lessons for Jews," explores themes of identity, spirituality, and cultural belonging. Through vibrant...

Joseph Conrad, renowned for works like ‘Heart of Darkness,’ presents a complex figure, especially regarding his views on Jews. Born in Berdychiv, a primarily...

The Singer Sisters by Sarah Seltzer explores Jewish themes within the fascinating world of the music industry, spanning decades from the 1960s folk scene to ...

The novel "Goyhood" by Reuven Fenton tells the story of Mayer Belkin, a Brooklyn-based Talmud scholar who discovers a shocking family secret upon returning t...

Highlighting a diverse collection of new Jewish literature, Sandee Brawarsky reviews an intriguing range of books for November 2024. Among them is Yishai Sar...

Alison Bass explores the possible connection between the character of Rebecca in Sir Walter Scott's novel "Ivanhoe" and the real-life Jewish philanthropist R...

The National Book Awards faces criticism for awarding its Literarian Award to Paul Coates, head of Black Classic Press, due to his republication of Tony Mart...

The National Book Awards is facing controversy for honoring Paul Coates, founder of Black Classic Press, with the Literarian Award amid backlash over his rep...

The Sunflower House by Adriana Allegri is a compelling historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of Nazi Germany's notorious Lebensborn program, with...

Jean Nordhaus's poem, "The Findings of Yitzhak," reflects on the legacy of the poet's great-grandfather, Yitzhak, through the lens of his Torah commentary wr...

Jennifer S. Brown’s new novel, "The Whisper Sister," offers a rich, historical coming-of-age narrative set during the 1920s in New York City amidst Prohibiti...

The article discusses how Jewish writers often draw from personal and cultural experiences to inform their narratives. They incorporate elements of Jewish li...

Sharon Zohar, moved by the hate she encountered while promoting civility in Toronto, channeled her response into the poetry anthology, "Proof of Life," which...

New York's CYCO Yiddish book center celebrates the release of the Yiddish translation of "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" by hosting a book signing ...

The Yiddish book center CYCO in New York is hosting a book signing party for the newly translated Yiddish version of "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets...

Sara Camhaji's collection "Undergrowth" intertwines the natural and spiritual worlds, exploring themes of identity and the power of nature through poetry tha...

Olga Tokarczuk's novel "The Empusium" serves as a homage and critique of Thomas Mann's "The Magic Mountain," set in a Silesian guesthouse where misogynistic ...

David Grossman's latest collection, 'The Thinking Heart: In Israel and Palestine,' consists of articles reflecting on Israeli society and its ongoing conflic...

Randi O'Connor provides an insightful overview of notable Jewish literature in the Guide to Jewish Literature for November/December 2024, featured in Hadassa...

Saul Bellow's 1970 novel, *Mr. Sammler's Planet*, struck a deep and controversial chord, directly engaging with the social and political upheavals of the tim...

Alice Hoffman's novel "When We Flew Away: A Novel of Anne Frank Before the Diary" explores Anne Frank's life before her family went into hiding, shedding lig...

"Husbandry" by Ben Corvo is a reflective piece that intricately illustrates the often romanticized story of Noah's Ark through a more gritty and realistic le...

Robert Caro, the acclaimed biographer of Robert Moses and Lyndon B. Johnson, continues to dedicate himself to exploring the mechanics of power, both on a loc...

Asaf Kirshner's Yiddish poem 'The Shirt' takes inspiration from a true story and encapsulates themes of resilience and cultural identity. Set for publication...

Bob Dylan, the iconic singer-songwriter, recently hinted at a new literary venture by expressing interest in the horror genre. While on tour in Frankfurt, Dy...

Jewish poetry by women is experiencing a vibrant renaissance, featuring works that delve into healing and addressing the complexities of the modern world. Le...

Mark Haber's novel "Lesser Ruins" offers a layered, introspective, and often comedic exploration of grief, creativity, and personal failure. The protagonist,...

Israeli author Lihi Lapid's novel "On Her Own" explores intergenerational relationships and the women's experience in Israel, weaving a narrative around the ...

The featured books in JC2's guide offer a range of engaging narratives for young readers. 'Cobalt' by Sue Klauber follows the daring adventures of Jewish sib...

Fans of the Netflix show "Nobody Wants This" may find themselves yearning for more Jewish romance, whether centered around intriguing "hot rabbis," dynamic J...

Jodi Picoult's latest novel, "By Any Other Name," presents a provocative twist on literary history by suggesting Emilia Bassano, a Marrano Jew and the first ...

Bruce Eric Kaplan’s memoir, "They Went Another Way," chronicles his frustrating experiences in Hollywood as he struggles to get a series greenlit. Known for ...

Andre Aciman's latest work, *Roman Year*, offers a reflective memoir that delves into his experiences as a Jewish exile from Alexandria, Egypt, navigating li...

As election day approaches, Robert Zaretsky reflects on Isaac Asimov's prescient short story "Franchise," which depicts a single voter, Norman Muller, chosen...