Today, I am talking with Jennifer Elvgren, the award-winning author of The Whispering Town. This picture book is based on actual events that occurred in a small Danish fishing village in 1943. Members of the community worked together to help a Jewish family that was seeking … [Read more...]
Archives for 2015
Powerful Story- Odette’s Secrets
Odette’s Secrets is a rare find. Award-winning author, Maryann Macdonald, captures the spirit of a young French girl who escapes the brutality of being deported to a concentration camp by living as a Christian in rural France. Maryann’s use of simple verse enriches the tone of … [Read more...]
Q & A With Maryann Macdonald
Usually authors write about topics that are within their comfort zone and/or area of expertise. Obviously, the learning curve is very steep when an author ventures into unfamiliar territory. The end product oftentimes may suffer as a result. This is especially true of … [Read more...]
Two YA Books by Leanne Lieberman
Today, I am going to review two YA books written by Leanne Lieberman- Off Pointe and Lauren Yanofsky Hates the Holocaust. The YA novel, Off Pointe, successfully addresses its intended audience- readers who are interested in a quick and engaging read with limited character … [Read more...]
Q & A With Leanne Lieberman
Young adult writers grapple with the conflicts associated with the tumultuous teenage years. Many, like today's author, Leanne Lieberman, rely on their own personal experiences to craft their creative stories. Leanne also sprinkles in a few Jewish elements into the mix. Thus, her … [Read more...]
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