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What Tisha B’Av can teach about the silencing, and creative defiance, of Jewish writers - opinion
Our writers and artists create out of the conviction that we must do justice to our suffering, to our losses. That we must create a future for which we have already sacrificed so much.
Winging it: Jerusalem writers festival lineup reveals a shifting cultural landscape
'Too Israel-focused, too Jewy': How publishing closes its doors to Jewish writers - opinion
Italian author Erri De Luca to take part in International Writers Festival in Jerusalem
UK's Society of Authors sparks backlash following discussion on Israel-Hamas War
The Society of Authors opened a discussion on the Israel-Hamas War. They did not anticipate the reactions this would trigger.
British-Jewish author Neil Gaiman accused of sexual assault
Gaiman strongly denies these accusations, and says the claims are related to the two women's regret over the relationship.
Jewish writers are getting blacklisted and worry about their publishing futures
In a literary world allegedly dedicated to free speech, what great works of literature will be lost with this censorship? What stories will not be told?
Bestselling author John Irving makes appearance at the Jerusalem Writers Festival
The author, who appeared on Zoom because he had just caught a case of COVID, had planned to attend the festival in person – and promised his interviewer to come to Israel when his health permitted.
‘Is your fav author a zionist???’ A viral list reignites antisemitism fears in the literary world
To advocates for Jews in the literary world, the spreadsheet offered bitter confirmation of a climate of intolerance in which authors who are perceived to be pro-Israel are facing exclusion.
Tmol Shilshom, the Jerusalem restaurant beloved by writers, turns 30
At the Table: Tmol Shilshom has been around for 30 years. That’s three full decades of dogged survival through thick and thin and everything that has been thrown at it.
Joan Nathan, pioneering Jewish food maven, dishes all in her new autobiography
Joan Nathan's autobiography "My Life in Recipes" reflects on her culinary journey, blending family traditions with global influences, showcasing her impact on Jewish cuisine.
Amy Ettinger, who inspired readers with her life-affirming essays, succumbs to cancer at 49
Amy Ettinger, a prolific writer and ice cream aficionado, chronicled her battle with cancer in poignant essays, inspiring readers to cherish life's moments.
Iraqi-Israeli writer, civil rights activist Sami Michael dies at 97
He was celebrated not only for his literary works, but also for his social activism and work on behalf of human rights and coexistence in Israel.
Boston writer Norm Finkelstein, whose YA books championed Jewish heroes, dies at 82
Finkelstein was an acclaimed author of nonfiction books and biographies for older children, including many on Jewish subjects.
