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Norman Manea, a prominent Romanian author from the historic Jewish community of Bukovina, navigates themes of memory, identity, and survival in his literary ...

Yenta Serdatsky's short story "The Shopkeeper on East Broadway" explores the Jewish immigrant experience in New York City through the lens of an idealistic s...

Jeremy Dauber explores "One Little Goat," a graphic novel by Dara Horn and Theo Ellsworth, that offers a unique twist on the Passover Seder. The story intert...

In this podcast clip, a rabbi shares the inspiration behind his bestselling book, detailing how a combination of personal experiences and profound spiritual ...

Chaim Grade's long-awaited novel, "Sons and Daughters," is now available in translation by Rose Waldman after decades of anticipation. Described as potential...

Maria Eisenstein's memoir, "Internee Number 6," presents a haunting account of life in an Italian internment camp during the Fascist regime. While not as bru...

Miriam Udel discusses the powerful themes in Zina Rabinowitz's 1945 Yiddish story "Elijah the Prophet," set during the Holocaust, where Jewish children hide ...

Philip Roth's novel "Portnoy's Complaint" exemplifies the cultural crossroads of the late 1960s, blending Jewish stand-up comedy with literature and psychoan...

Saul Bellow's 1970 novel, "Mr. Sammler's Planet," is examined by Bellow's son, a publisher rather than a critic, who brings personal insights into the contex...

Rabbi Wendy Zierler reflects on Miriam, the sister of Moses, as a symbol of resilience amidst recent global and personal challenges such as the Covid pandemi...

Judith Viorst, celebrated author of beloved children and adult books, shares insights on embracing life's later stages in an interview for Moment's Wisdom Pr...

The long-awaited publication of Chaim Grade's last novel, "Sons and Daughters," marks a significant moment in Yiddish literature. The novel, which explores t...

Jill Hammer explores the biblical story of Jonah through a poetic lens, reflecting on the existential challenges of living in a modern, complex world. The po...

"Sweet Babe: A Jewish Grandmother Kvells," a delightful children's book by illustrator Robin Rosenthal, celebrates the affectionate Yiddish language and Jewi...

"The Last Slave" is a tale of redemption, evolving from Cindy Scarr's ambition to write an impactful novel about the Exodus story. Initially conceived as a t...

Yehudah al-Harizi, a prominent medieval Jewish poet and explorer, is the focus of this illuminating session. Known as a significant cultural figure, al-Hariz...

The article highlights a diverse selection of new Jewish books for Spring 2025, featuring works of fiction and non-fiction by various authors. Binnie Kirshen...

Joelle Novey's poem "The Whole Entire World: A Poem" reflects on the familiar Jewish teaching from Rabbi Nachman of Breslov—that "the whole world is a very n...

OU Press and Koren Publishers present "Megillat Ruth Mesorat HaRav," a detailed commentary rooted in Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik's teachings. Edited by Reuv...

Join Hadassah Magazine for an engaging conversation with celebrated author Dara Horn, a three-time National Jewish Book Award winner known for her profound i...

The story of Etta Shiber and Kate Bonnefous, two middle-aged women in Nazi-occupied Paris, is revisited in Matthew Goodman's 'Paris Undercover,' which reveal...

Maya Bernstein's two poems explore the complexities and contradictions of traditional female roles within Judaism through the archetype of the 'Eishet Chayil...

Allison Epstein's novel, "Fagin the Thief," offers a fresh perspective on the notorious Jewish character from Charles Dickens's "Oliver Twist" by exploring h...

Jessica Soffer's novel "This Is a Love Story" explores the multifaceted nature of love through the 50-year marriage of its central characters, Jane and Abe. ...

The latest edition of the 'Guide to Jewish Literature' curated by Randi O'Connor for Hadassah Magazine highlights a selection of notable Jewish books release...

Four recent books spotlight the remarkable achievements of Jewish women, essential reading for inspiring young Jewish girls and celebrating female leadership...

Tova Mirvis shares a curated list of ten novels that explore the complex narratives surrounding divorce, showcasing the psychological and emotional tumult th...

Chaim Grade's last Yiddish novel, "Sons and Daughters," now available in an English translation, offers a vivid portrayal of Jewish life in pre-war Poland, f...

Celebrating The New Yorker's centennial, this piece explores its significant engagement with Jewish themes and contributors. From its early WASP-oriented ton...

Eli Zuzovsky's debut novel 'Mazeltov' takes on the complex topic of a young Israeli boy's journey through adolescence, surrounded by family issues and societ...

The new English translation of "Your Comrade, Avreml Broide," originally penned by Ben Gold, offers an engaging look into early 20th-century American Jewish ...

Tova Mirvis, a novelist captivated by the 2014 murder of a Tallahassee law professor implicated in a custody battle, channels this real-life crime into her f...

Dara Horn, a renowned author and voice against antisemitism, explores her lifelong fascination with Passover through a unique narrative approach in her new g...

Mollie Fisch's review of Mitchell First's latest book, "From Eden to Exodus," highlights First's exploration of Hebrew etymology through the parshiyot of Ber...

Isabelle Seddon, a British tour guide and author, discusses her journey from an Orthodox Jewish upbringing in Plymouth to her achievements in exploring Jewis...

Ariella Schiller, a talented writer based in Yerushalayim, captivates readers with her compelling serials and insightful features in publications like Mishpa...

In chapter 35 of "Lie of the Land" by Cindy Scarr, Penina navigates the aftermath of a harrowing incident, reflecting on a date that took an unexpectedly dan...

Anne Frank's diary, now one of the most widely read books about the Holocaust, provides an intimate portrait of Jewish suffering during Nazi occupation. Nir ...

Cynthia Ozick discusses her story "The Conversion of the Jews," which explores historical and contemporary themes of Jewish identity, conversion, and the pro...

Famed novelist John Irving's upcoming 16th novel, "Queen Esther," explores themes of identity, belonging, and antisemitism through the story of Esther Nacht,...

Dr. Yael Dekel discusses the innovative use of digital methods in studying Israeli literature, focusing on a project that blends traditional close reading wi...

Avigail Rock's book, "Great Biblical Commentators: Biographies, Methodologies, and Contributions," translated by Yoseif Bloch, offers a compelling exploratio...

Eighty years post-Holocaust, the narratives from Auschwitz still unfold with the English translation of Cold Crematorium, originally published in Hungarian b...

The discussion explores the newly translated work "Cold Crematorium: Reporting from the Land of Auschwitz" by Jozsef Debreczeni, shedding light on lesser-kno...

In Chapter 15 of "Face the Music," Tamar Markowitz finds herself caught in the middle of a mysterious phone call when she answers a ringing phone in her fami...

Night Owls, a debut novel by A.R. Vishny about two sisters who transform into estries, Jewish vampire folklore figures, has won the Sydney Taylor Book Award'...

Ruth Franklin's 'The Many Lives of Anne Frank' offers a multifaceted examination of Anne Frank's enduring legacy through biography, cultural history, and lit...

Howard Zinn, a noted historian and activist, is remembered fifteen years after his death for his impactful work, especially his controversial book "A People'...

Join Hadassah Magazine for an insightful conversation with Dara Horn, a prominent Jewish author known for her prize-winning novels. The event, featuring Exec...

Anne Frank's "Diary of a Young Girl" is a powerful literary work that has profoundly shaped global understanding of the Holocaust. However, its universal mes...