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In the inaugural chapter of "Lie of the Land," an engaging serial published by Mishpacha Magazine, the story unfolds in a Jewish setting, weaving together el...

Dror Mishani's latest work, "The Ground Floor," diverges from his celebrated crime novels to offer a raw, journal-style reflection on the events following Oc...

Sandee Brawarsky reviews a collection of recent Jewish novels and poetry, highlighting diverse narratives reflecting Jewish experiences across time and place...

Moshe Isaacson explores the intertextuality of historical aggadot, demonstrating how these non-legal rabbinic tales from the Talmud often mirror biblical nar...

Ben Hecht, a prominent Jewish American writer and Hollywood screenwriter, authored "A Guide for the Bedevilled" in 1943, capturing the tumult of the era with...

The article explores the unique life journey of Ian Levy, also known as Levy Hideo, an American Jew who became a celebrated Japanese novelist. Despite growin...

Memory is a vital element in Jewish fiction, serving as a crucial theme through which writers explore historical and personal narratives. At a Moment-Karma S...

Memory plays a vital role in Jewish storytelling, serving as both a bridge to the past and a tool for grappling with historical trauma. Authors Richard Zimle...

A concert was held in honor of Boris Sandler, a distinguished Yiddish writer and editor, recognizing his significant contributions to Yiddish literature. San...

President Trump's budget proposal includes the elimination of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), ...

Exploring the complex and multifaceted journey of motherhood, Judy Bolton-Fasman reviews three distinct books by Jewish women authors that delve into the emo...

Andy Roshal explores the complexities of translating Aaron Zeitlin's monologue, "Monolog in Pleynem Yidish," which is written in a blend of Yiddish and Engli...

Readers are invited to a live Zoom interview with Yossi Klein Halevi, facilitated by Gary Rosenblatt. Halevi, a respected Jerusalem-based journalist and best...

Alicia Ostriker, the esteemed poet and longtime poetry editor for Lilith, discusses her latest collection, "The Holy and Broken Bliss," which addresses theme...

Susan Rubin Suleiman reviews "1945 and Other Stories" by Hungarian author Gábor T. Szántó, translated for an English audience and offering poignant, compact ...

The latest edition of "Guide to Jewish Literature" for May/June 2025 presents a curated list of new publications and noteworthy works that delve into Jewish ...

David Karpel's poem "All of This Is Yours" weaves together themes of biblical promise, heritage, and education, drawing inspiration from the story of Yaakov'...

David Horowitz, a prominent figure in American literature and activism, is remembered for his transformation from a New Left icon to a leading conservative v...

Leah Koenig shares her enriching experience interviewing renowned food writer Ruth Reichl about her latest book, "The Paris Novel." This literary journey inv...

David Mikics explores the literary reflections of the Gilded Age, a period marked by extreme economic inequality and rapid technological progress, through no...

Georgia Hunter's novel, originally a personal exploration of her Holocaust-surviving grandfather's past, became the acclaimed novel and TV show "We Were the ...

Israeli author Ayelet Tsabari, known for exploring her Yemeni heritage through literature, will discuss her award-winning novel "Songs for the Brokenhearted"...

Harold Bloom, a notable Jewish literary critic, originally criticized J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series for its lack of imaginative depth, comparing it unfa...

Shira Eliaser explores the ancient biblical narrative of Yael from the Book of Judges, offering a creative retelling that delves into the character's origins...

William Kolbrener and Ronit Eitan discuss their platform Writing on the Wall and their magazine Balagan, aiming to foster diverse conversations in literature...

Rachel Cockerell's debut novel, "Melting Point," is an archival exploration into her family's involvement in early Zionism and the Galveston Movement, which ...

Mitch Ginsburg tells the extraordinary story of a group of Israeli POWs who, while held captive in Egypt during the War of Attrition, decided to translate J....

The tribute to Myra Sklarew, commemorating her remarkable career in poetry, highlights her work that explored Jewish identity, nature, and human history with...

Poet Astera Marcos crafts a poignant collection of Ladino and English poems that evoke the beauty, nostalgia, and sorrow of the Sephardic Jewish experience. ...

Delmore Schwartz, a literary prodigy immortalized as Von Humboldt Fleisher in Saul Bellow's "Humboldt's Gift," is remembered more for his tragic life and pot...

Yehoshua November's latest poetry collection, "The Concealment of Endless Light," straddles the boundaries between the kabbalistic and the everyday. Despite ...

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...