Archives
October 2021 Wrap Up
Posted on November 3, 2021 Leave a Comment
Welcome to my October Wrap Up! It’s been a great month, getting back to sharing my passion for literature with all of you. I hope you’ve discovered some new reads along with me. In case you missed any of my updates, here’s your chance to catch up. Authors, are you interested in having your book […]
Books On My Reading List This Week – November 2, 2021
Posted on November 2, 2021 Leave a Comment
Read Along with Me I am really looking forward to this week’s reading list. There are some great books on it. First up, is a new release by Pamela Braun Cohen, Hidden Heroes, explores the Soviet Jews’ exodus from the Soviet Union. I am really looking forward to exploring more about this important period in […]
[Book Review] The Girl with the Silver Star by Rachel Zolotov
Posted on October 27, 2021 Leave a Comment
By Rachel Zolotov After bombs started dropping in Minsk, Raisa and her husband, Abraham, decide they need to escape in order to keep their daughters safe. As they were seeking a train out of the city, Abraham is conscripted into the Russian Army, leaving Raisa to manage on her own with their two young girls. […]
18 Books with a Jewish Voice 2021 Edition
Posted on October 26, 2021 Leave a Comment
Back by popular demand, and in time for Hanukkah, I’ve assembled a list of eighteen books, with a Jewish voice, from my 2021 reading list. With a wide variety of genres, you’ll find something for every reader on your gift list this year. This page contains affiliate links. This means for any purchase made, I […]
Books On My Reading List This Week
Posted on October 26, 2021 Leave a Comment
Read Along With Me This week, I’m moving on to book three in The Night Trilogy by Elie Wiesel, Day. The first two books were brilliantly written. I thoroughly enjoy Wiesel’s writing style and look forward to getting started on book three in the series. The second book on my list this week is a […]
[Book Review] URGE to ROME: My Quest to Become Sexy, Sultry & Migraine-Free by Kyra Robinov
Posted on October 20, 2021 Leave a Comment
By Kyra Robinov When her husband’s work in food opens up the opportunity for their family to spend a year living abroad, they make the decision to spend a year in Rome. Kyra Robinov’s latest memoir recounts their year of new experiences, challenges, and personal growth as she and her husband, along with their two […]
10 Children’s Books for Hanukkah, 2021 Edition
Posted on October 19, 2021 Leave a Comment
Hanukkah is right around the corner! What better time to add to your child or grandchild’s library and pass along the story and traditions of the holiday? I’ve assembled a list of 10 suggestions to do just that, including one for interfaith families. Each of them is perfect for read aloud story time. Enjoy! This […]
Books On My Reading List This Week
Posted on October 19, 2021 Leave a Comment
Read Along With Me This week, I’m continuing my focus on Jewish literature. I’m still working my way through Elie Wiesel’s Night Trilogy. I should be finishing Dawn this week and moving on to Day. The second book on my list is from my Want to Read list on Goodreads. I add recommendations, titles I […]
Gift Guide: Hanukkah Gifts for the Reader, 2021 Edition
Posted on October 13, 2021 Leave a Comment
It’ll be time to light the Hanukkah lights before we know it. Which means it’s time to start planning for eight nights of presents! To help you find the best gifts to give the book lover in your life, I’ve compiled a gift guide of 18 great ideas to get you started on your Hanukkah […]
Books On My Reading List This Week
Posted on October 12, 2021 Leave a Comment
Read Along With Me This week, I’m continuing my focus on Jewish literature. I’m still working my way through Elie Wiesel’s Night Trilogy. I wish I would have picked this back up sooner. Wiesel’s writing is absolutely brilliant. The second book on my list is a new release from Kyra Robinov, URGE to ROME: My […]
Heidi Slowinski 