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Gary Rosenblatt presents three compelling book recommendations, each exploring different facets of Jewish life and thought. "It Takes Two to Torah" by Abigai...

Penina, alongside her colleagues, speculates about a puzzling case involving Moish Garfinkel, a low-level security guard who allegedly disappeared after comm...

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 ...

Hadassah Magazine presents its list of favorite Jewish books for 2024, highlighting works that resonate with the contemporary Jewish experience. This curated...

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...

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 ...

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...

This annual review highlights a range of impactful Jewish books across diverse genres. "Cold Crematorium" by Jzsef Debreczeni offers a harrowing first-hand a...

Yehuda Shenhav Shaharabani reflects on his profound connection with Lebanese novelist Elias Khoury, highlighting the author's influential role in bridging cu...

Owen Lewis explores profound themes in his three poems from "A Prayer of Six Wings," weaving together Jewish historical, religious, and philosophical element...

In this exploration of Jewish literature suggested by readers, Andrew Silow-Carroll highlights key books that reflect the dynamics and challenges facing 21st...

Isaac Bashevis Singer's ghost stories, which intertwine Jewish mysticism and Yiddish folklore, are being celebrated in the play 'Bashevis Demons' at Theatre ...

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...

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...

The latest issue of 'Yidishland' magazine is dedicated to Michael Felsenbaum, a celebrated writer whose contributions to Yiddish literature have been widely ...

This guide reviews several captivating new book titles for toddlers and tweens, with a focus on Jewish themes and creative storytelling. "Hanukkah Hippity-Ho...

Nelly Sachs, the German-Jewish poet renowned for her poignant representation of Holocaust experiences, is celebrated anew with Andrew Shanks’s translation of...

Boris Sandler and Daniel Galay, prominent figures in the world of Yiddish literature and culture, have been honored with the Rubinlicht Prize. Boris Sandler,...

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...

"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...

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...

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...

The Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal, renowned for his candid critiques of Algerian and global issues, has been detained by the Algerian government on charge...

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...

In his poignant acceptance speech for the Berman Literature Prize, Jewish Guatemalan writer Eduardo Halfon reflects on the profound impact of tradition and s...

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...