Literature
Stories of ghosts, grief and Shabbat gladness win top prizes in Jewish children’s literature
“Neshama,” Marcella Pixley’s lyrically written novel-in-verse, won the gold medal for Jewish children’s literature for middle-grade readers from the Association of Jewish Libraries.
'Disasters of Biblical Proportions': From ancient Exodus to lessons in fear and faith - review
250 years later, Jane Austen lives on at the Jerusalem Cinematheque
Mastering the short story: Twelve vignettes capture America’s Jewish world - book review
Benny Edvy’s The Lost Orphan Boy Brings resilience and forgotten histories to life
Exploring themes of courage, women’s strength, and survival, Edvy’s debut novel sheds light on the harrowing journey of Yemenite Jewish orphans and the enduring legacy of their community.
Hylenia: The great prophecy brings Jewish culture to young adult fantasy
Exciting twist: Tusak is expanding his career experience as a breaking news desk intern at 'The Jerusalem Post'.
2024 Sapir Prize longlist: Israel’s top authors compete for prestigious award
12 authors vie for the 2024 Sapir Prize, Israel's top literary honor, with winners set to be announced in January.
Brenner literature prize goes to Yossi Avni-Levy
Over the decades, the Brenner Prize has recognized the contributions of some of Israel’s most celebrated authors.
Technological fantasy: The new vision from audiobook producer Canarit Audiobooks
Israel’s Canarit Audiobooks partners with renowned fantasy author Nica to create cinematic multi-cast adaptations of her popular novels for the Israeli and global markets.
Authors and entertainers sign CCFP letter against Israeli literature boycott
The Creative Community for Peace letter comes during a year when antisemitism is on the rise worldwide and Israeli and Jewish writers have been the targets of boycott calls.
A call to boycott Israeli literature by international authors
Among the signatories are such well-known writers as Sally Rooney, Booker Prize-winning novelist Arundhati Roy, and Percival Everett.
Scribing the future: Matan’s fellowship paves the way for women’s Torah literature
Matan’s Kitvuni initiative is allowing women Torah scholars to produce high-level books of Torah scholarship.
Jagged wounds bleed orange rust: Family dysfunction viewed through art - review
This is a well-written, offbeat, and powerful memoir, deserving of consideration.
'Making sense of God' through Norman Solomon's new book - review
Solomon’s aim is not to indoctrinate or convert but rather to provoke thought and stimulate discussion.
