Literature
Over 50 years later, Saul Bellow’s Israel observations remain strikingly relevant - review
The book’s enduring relevance has led its publishers, Penguin Random House, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its first appearance by reissuing it in 2026.
‘To laugh and cry’: New book combines biblical teachings with personal Oct. 7 reflections - review
Getting the word out: The Israeli Institute for Hebrew Literature flies the flag in Frankfurt
More than 350 cultural figures slam Spanish festival for canceling Jewish novelist’s invitation
'Dictionary of Fine Distinctions': A book on subtle differences in the English language - review
Dictionary of Fine Distinctions merits study at your leisure. Burnstein describes his little volume as “Nuances, Niceties, and Subtle Shades of Meaning.
Rebecca Makkai, whose grandfather drafted a Nazi-era antisemitic law, is writing a novel on fascism
Bestselling author Rebecca Makkai, whose grandfather wrote WWII-era laws that Jews from public spaces, will be writing a book on fascism.
The SASA-Setton Prize for Children's Literature celebrates creativity, healing, and heritage
The SASA-Setton Prize honors authors and illustrators who inspire through children’s literature, bridging art and healing and uniting diverse communities in Israeli hospitals and beyond.
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.
