Your Presence Is Mandatory by Sasha Vasilyuk
A riveting debut novel, based on real events, about a World War II veteran with a secret that could land him in the Gulag, and his family who are forced to live in the...
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The Punk-Rock Queen of the Jews by Rossi
This is Rossi’s wild, queer coming-of-age story. Rossi was taught only to aspire to marry a nice Jewish boy and to be a good kosher Jewish girl. At sixteen she flowers into a rebellious...
Things That Shimmer by Deborah Lakritz
In the spring of 1973, Melanie Adler desperately wants to be accepted by the Shimmers, the popular kids in her class. But the secret of her mother’s PTSD stands in the way. As hard...
Ukrainian Jewish Cookbook by Inna Kucher
Blending Traditional Recipes with a Modern Perspective on Healthy Food Illustrator: Andrew Tashi Introducing the Ukrainian Jewish Cookbook, a culinary journey celebrating the rich flavors and traditions of Ukrainian and Jewish cuisine. With 35...
When There Was Light by Carlie Hoffman
While Hoffman’s debut collection interrogated the mythos built around grief, inhabiting an Alaska of the mind, her stunning sophomore collection When There Was Light looks at the past for what it was.These poems map...
The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon by Audrey Barbakoff
Illustrator: Rotem Teplow A joyous modern-day twist on a Wise Men of Chelm folktale written by a fresh Jewish voice filled with humor, some juicy Yiddish terms, and smart, savvy kids brimming with innovative...
Frayed: The Disputes Unraveling Religious Zionists by Yair Ettinger
Religious Zionists are an increasingly influential part of Israeli society, and their influence is felt across the societal spectrum. They are a significant force in almost every sector of Israel, including the media and...
Margo Zimmerman Gets the Girl by Sara Waxelbaum, Brianna R. Shrum
This charming YA rom-com follows Margo, who suddenly realizes that she’s gay but has no clue how to express her identity, so she enlists out-and-proud Abbie to act as her tutor on everything “Queer...
The Sister Knot by Ann S Epstein
In the heart-wrenching tapestry of The Sister Knot, an enthralling tale unfolds, weaving the resilient bond of a female friendship against the backdrop of history. Set amidst the shadows of World War Two, Liane...
An Island Promise by Patricia Wilson
Escape to the Greek islands with this perfect beach read Patricia Wilson’s latest sweeping historical romantic novel follows a Daphne, a young, Jewish Greek artist as she hides during the Nazi occupation of Athens. I’ll...
