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Jews are known as the people of the book, we cover all things literary from a Jewish perspective.

In ‘On Being Jewish Now,’ Zibby Owens captures the joy, fear, and camaraderie of Jewish life post-October 7

Seventy-five contributors bring “On Being Jewish Now” to life through essays that are funny, moving, tragic, and inspiring.

Lee Yaron’s new book about October 7 tells ‘A Hundred Human Stories’ about the tragedy

The Haaretz writer talks about interviewing hundreds of relatives of victims and how she hopes the stories will not be forgotten.

A prominent audiobook narrator told Zionists to kill themselves. The literary world said nothing.

Telling Zionists to kill themselves does nothing to help Palestinians. It only reminds us of a lesson our people have learned time and time again throughout history — Jews do not count.

I wanted to see myself on the page — so I wrote a Jewish romance novel

In a year of tragedy for the Jewish people, I still believe that Jewish joy is in our future.

OJM creator Noah Rinsky breaks down schvitzing, putzing, and enjoying your golden years in ‘The Old Jewish Men’s Guide to Eating, Sleeping & Futzing Around’

Unpacked’s top Jewish beach reads to enjoy this summer

If you’re looking to diversify your reading with books written by Jewish authors featuring Jewish protagonists, this list is for you.

Leigh Bardugo delves into magic, intrigue, and her Sephardic heritage in ‘The Familiar’

In Bardugo’s latest novel, “The Familiar,” the protagonist uses magic derived from her Ladino refranes (sayings) to improve her life in Madrid.

Unpacked’s top Jewish book picks for 2024

Whether you’ve already devoured 10 books this year or are just getting back into reading, here are Unpacked’s top 18 picks for new Jewish novels in 2024.

Cassandra Clare wants readers to feel Jewish magic in ‘Sword Catcher’

“I thought, wouldn’t it be fun for a reader like me to experience a book where the magical resonances feel familiar?” Clare told Unpacked.

Jewish romance writers break down their latest novels and why we need more Jewish stories

Unpacked spoke with Jean Meltzer, Meredith Schorr, and Heidi Shertok about why they chose to bring Jewish romantic life to readers across the world.

12 books to help you understand Israel’s history

During this difficult time, here are some reading recommendations that bring to light Israel’s multifaceted and complex history.

Jean Meltzer’s ‘Kissing Kosher’ offers a fresh take on Jewish romance

Beyond the twists and turns of this modern love story, “Kissing Kosher” deeply immerses readers in the vibrant world of Jewish traditions.

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