Writing a dual-timeline novel is not for the faint of heart. Two eras. Two parallel arcs. One story that has to feel seamless? That’s serious craftsmanship. But when a dualREAD MORE
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Want to host a book club without turning it into a second job? It’s easier than you think! With the right plan, you can create an evening that sparks realREAD MORE
From spirited book clubs and thriving communities to deep dives into Jewish history and the joys of Jewish literature, the Jewish Book Council (JBC) has been inspiring readers since 1943. READ MORE
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Jewish icons and their experiences, whether rooted in history or contemporary times, provide powerful narratives that resonate deeply with themes of identity, belonging, culture and resilience. In traditional stories, someREAD MORE
The power of books is undeniable, and much has been written about how books can change us. Stories, both fiction and non-fiction alike, provide new lenses with which to viewREAD MORE
In storytelling, the final chapter is often the clincher, the emotional punch that accentuates the narrative. Different ways to end a book — whether happy, sad, or somewhere in betweenREAD MORE
If you’ve ever tried to read a book on a plane, you know that it’s not the most pleasurable reading experience. Between interruptions from flight attendants and overhead messages, noisyREAD MORE
Among people who enjoy reading, there is some contention around the benefits of eBooks. While some people swear by physical books and could never read any other way, others can’tREAD MORE
Did you belong to a Scholastic Book Club when you were in grade school? Those book clubs probably helped introduce you to the joys of reading and all the adventuresREAD MORE