“613 Books” podcast producer and host Heather Dean is joined by National Jewish Book Award-winner Sherri Mandell whose most recent book, The Kabbalah of Writing, explains how the 10 Sefirot (the channels of divine creative life force) can be used to develop your writing and give you the power to grow as a person and a writer. Sherri also shares her own painful yet poignant writing journey that grew from her personal anguish when her son Koby was murdered.

Plus, author and personal organization expert Rebekah Saltzman tells us what’s on her reading table.

Show notes:
The Kabbalah of Writing is available wherever books are sold:
B&N, Amazon, Books-A-Million, IndieBound, Bookshop.org

USA:  https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Kabbalah-of-Writing/Sherri-Mandell/9781644116104

U.K.: https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/The-Kabbalah-of-Writing/Sherri-Mandell/978164411610411

 To purchase a copy of The Blessing of a Broken Heart: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+blessing+of+a+broken+heart&i=stripbooks-intl-ship&crid=SYW70MD8W7BS&sprefix=the+blessing+of+a+broken+heart%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C203&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

 For More information about Sherri Mandell’s books as well as The Koby Mandell Foundations visit:

https://www.kobymandell.org/sherri-mandell

Email: info@kobymandell.org

 Rebekah Saltzman’s Reading Table selection:

Shaar HaBitachon of Chovos Halevavos - Jaffa Family Edition

To purchase from Artscroll: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422627280.html

To purchase from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Shaar-HaBitachon-Chovos-Halevavos-Family/dp/B09WTZPCR2

Shaar HaBitachon of Chovos Halevavos – Kehot Fellig Edition

Tor Purchase from Kehot Publication Society: https://store.kehotonline.com/prodinfo.asp?number=EO-SHAAH


Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

The Kabbalah of Writing with Sherri Mandell

This encore episode of 613 Books podcast features host Heather Dean’s interview with bestselling author Riva Pomerantz about her book, "Navigating the Newlyweds." Riva talks about the challenges of communication between parents and their newlywed children, as well as the dynamics of in-laws, money, and more.

PLUS: Riva tells us about her exciting venture Skill Nosh, the online learning platform that offers courses aligned with Torah observant values. Bite-size brain food; no junk!

*** TWO AMAZING SPECIAL OFFERS for “613 BOOKS” PODCAST LISTENERS! ***
 
1) Exclusive to “613 Books” Podcast listeners, Menucha Publishers offers a 15% DISCOUNT on Riva Pomerantz’s book “Navigating the Newlyweds!” Just enter RIVA15 at the checkout and enjoy reading this fantastic book for 15% off the regular price!

2) And in this episode, Riva tells us about her exciting venture SkillNosh, the online learning platform that offers courses aligned with Torah observant values. Bite-size brain food; no junk! GRAB YOUR SKILLNOSH DISCOUNT in honor of Chanukah: Riva has created a special coupon code: CHANUKAH15 which will give 15% off ALL Skillnosh courses! No minimum and no limit to how many times you can use the discount. It is good through December 15th 2023.
 
ALSO IN THIS EPISODE: Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum, City Director of NCSY Cleveland shares what's on his Reading Table!

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Show Notes:
REMEMBER to Like, Subscribe, and Share “613 Books” Podcast: https://heatherdeanproductions.com/613-books-podcast/

This episode’s featured guest interview: Riva Pomerantz


*** SPECIAL OFFER ALERT! *** Menucha Publishers offers a 15% DISCOUNT on Riva Pomerantz’s book “Navigating the Newlyweds” exclusively to listeners of “613 Books” Podcast!

Click this link and at the checkout, enter discount code: Riva15

https://menuchapublishers.com/products/navigating-the-newlyweds-the-essential-handbook-on-marrying-off-children?_pos=1&_sid=a9d9b8487&_ss=r


 Riva’s Website: https://rivapomerantz.com/

Skill Nosh: https://skillnosh.com/

Contact Riva: https://rivapomerantz.com/contact/

 
"What's on My Reading Table" with Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum

Reading Table Book title: Reb Elchonon: The life and ideals of Rabbi Elchonon Bunim Wasserman of Baranovich

By Rabbi Aharon Sorasky

To purchase from the publisher:

https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9780899064505.html

 To purchase on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Reb-Elchonon-Wasserman-Baranovich-Artscroll/dp/0899064515

To purchase Rabbi Tenenbaum’s new book “Three Steps Forward” from his publisher:

https://mosaicapress.com/product/three-steps-forward/

To purchase Rabbi Tenenbaum’s new book “Three Steps Forward” on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Three-Steps-Forward-connection-Eybeschutz/dp/1957579684/ref=sr_1_1?crid=KVK244ENIC1B&keywords=three+steps+forward+by+tenenbaum&qid=1685391770&s=books&sprefix=thre+steps+forward+by+tenebaum%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C224&sr=1-1

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

Navigating the Newlyweds: Incisive Insights and Advice from Riva Pomerantz

In this episode of the 613 Books Podcast, host Heather Dean interviews NCSY Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum about his new book, "Three Steps Forward," which explores the meaning and significance of the Shemoneh Esrei. Rabbi Tenenbaum shares personal stories to connect the teachings of the prayer to real-life experiences and emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's basic needs in order to deepen one's relationship with Hashem.

PLUS: Best-selling author Sherri Mandell tells us about the quietly powerful memoir that’s on her reading table.


Show Notes

Featured Guest Interview: Rabbi Menachem Tenenbaum Author of: “Three Steps Forward: Unlocking the Shemoneh Esrei and Our Connection with Hashem”

To Purchase from Publisher:
https://www.feldheim.com/three-steps-forward
 
To Purchase on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Three-Steps-Forward-connection-Eybeschutz/dp/1957579684/ref=sr_1_1?crid=I9KQD9Q06XPQ&keywords=%22Three+Steps+Forward%22+Menachem+Tenenbaum&qid=1685826761&sprefix=three+steps+forward+menachem+tenenbaum%2Caps%2C1644&sr=8-1

Reading Table contributor Sherri Mandell
Sherri’s selection: The Kitchen Congregation: A Daughter's Story of Wives and Women Friends by Nora Seton

To Purchase “The Kitchen Congregation” on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Congregation-Daughters-Story-Friends/dp/0312242107/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OPVBKOPDIJ1T&keywords=The+Kitchen+Congregation&qid=1685826997&sprefix=the+kitchen+congregation%2Caps%2C493&sr=8-1

By Sherri Mandel:
The Kabbalah of Writing is available wherever books are sold:
B&N, Amazon, Books-A-Million, IndieBound, Bookshop.org

USA:  https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Kabbalah-of-Writing/Sherri-Mandell/9781644116104

U.K.: https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/The-Kabbalah-of-Writing/Sherri-Mandell/978164411610411 

To purchase a copy of The Blessing of a Broken Heart: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+blessing+of+a+broken+heart&i=stripbooks-intl-ship&crid=SYW70MD8W7BS&sprefix=the+blessing+of+a+broken+heart%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C203&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

For More information about Sherri Mandell’s books as well as The Koby Mandell Foundations visit:
https://www.kobymandell.org/sherri-mandell

Contact Sherri by email: info@kobymandell.org


Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

Taking those Three Steps Forward to a More Meaningful Shemoneh Esrei with Rabbi Menechem Tenenbaum

Imaginative images, lessons and jokes (!) are some of the ways author and workshop presenter Sari Kopitnikoff celebrates every Jewish moment. And in the episode of “613 Books” podcast, host Heather Dean finds out from Sari how and why she uses humor and wisdom to create her imaginative and thoroughly Jewish content.

It will be hard for your family to pick just one from her growing collections of books, which include: Todah, Teacher!, Only Kidding!, My Davening Diary, and That Jewish Moment.

PLUS writer and photographer par excellence Sharon Marks Altshul checks in to tell us about the unique book for parents which is a departure from the pack.

Show Notes:
You can connect with Sari Kopitnikoff on social media: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok, @thatjewishmoment.

Links to Sari’s books and lots of other educational resources are available on her website: www.thatjewishmoment.com

Sharon Marks Altshul’s Reading Table selection: “Handle with Love” by Rebbetzin Devorah Eisenbach

For details and to purchase your copy:  https://www.israelbookshoppublications.com/store/pc/Handle-with-Love-p7957.htm

You can reach Sharon Marks Altshul by email: sharon@rjstreets.com, or by going to the Real Jerusalem Streets website: http://rjstreets.com/ where you will see live Jerusalem Photo Walks or virtual tours with hundreds of images are another method used to share the old and new of Jerusalem with the world.


Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

That Jewish Moment when we Thank Our Teachers and Tell Jokes with Sari Kopitnikoff

Not making this up: developing characters and story arcs for a work of fiction is far from simple. On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, avid readers like us are treated to an inside peek of this craft with masterful author, columnist and writer of some of Mishpacha Magazine’s best-loved serials, Esther Kurtz. How does she create compelling characters whether they’re an introverted genius, a newly-married entrepreneur, a newly-minted rebbetzin, or the nemesis who wants to do the right thing?

We all love a good story, and it’s a treat to explore the mind of a story-crafter to learn a little bit about how it’s done.

PLUS: Professional memory coach Rena Yudkowsky tells us about the unforgettable book that’s on her reading table.

Show Notes:
Featured Guest Interview: Esther Kurtz

Rule of Three by Esther Kurtz
To purchase Rule of Three from the Esther Kurtz/Menucha Publishers: https://menuchapublishers.com/products/rule-of-three

To purchase Rule of Three on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Rule-Three-Esther-Kurtz/dp/1614655642

Let’s Get Personal, the Essay Writing Course by Esther Kurtz: https://www.estherkurtz.com/let-s-get-personal


“What’s on My Reading Table” featuring Rena Yudkowsky

Rena’s selection: 90 Seconds: The Epic Story of Eli Beer and United Hatzalah by Rabbi Nachman Seltzer

To purchase a copy 90 Seconds: https://www.amazon.com/90-Seconds-Story-United-Hatzalah/dp/1422633071

Reading Table contributor Rena Yudkowsky

Rena’s Website: www.renayudkowsky.com

Rena’s Facebook group: Memory Matters-tips and tricks for mid-lifers and seniors
https://cutt.ly/memorymatters

Rena’s You Tube channel-  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6e-UxB-qTgsjUeHtS2ydrw

Rena's Membership page- www.renayudkowsky.com/remembership

Rena’s Instagram- www.instagram.com/renayudkowsky

Rena’s LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/renayudkowsky/

Rena’s Tik tok- www.tiktok.com/@memorymatters


Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

Esther Kurtz and The Rule of Three - Crafting interesting Stories and Compelling Characters

What does your beach bag want between your giant towel and flip-flops? Sunscreen would be it. Baz Luhrmann reference aside, it’s not summer without great summer “reads.” And for listeners of 613 Books Podcast, reading is always in season!  

Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or occasional book fancier, you’ll enjoy host Heather Dean’s conversation with acclaimed musician and host of “The Weekly Squeeze,” Chanale, who takes us on a journey through her life-long love of Jewish books and caps off the conversation with recommendations from her eclectic stack of recent books.

Show notes:
Some of Chanale’s Life-long Love of Books

 

Featured Guest: Chanale Fellig-Harrel

 

Visit Chanale’s website: https://chanalemusic.com/

 

Listen to the podcast “The Weekly Squeze with Chanale”

On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0g2vRgdVQQlCIdRoznT0TF

On Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-weekly-squeeze-with-chanale/id1614568206

On Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Weekly-Squeeze-With-Chanale-Podcast/B09VNQ77B1

 

Chanale’s Recent Favorite Books:

“Out of the Depths: The Story of a Child of Buchenwald Who Returned Home at Last” by Rabbi Israel Meir Lau

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Out-Depths-Story-Buchenwald-Returned/dp/140278631X

 

“The Bamboo Cradle: A Jewish Father's Story” by Avraham Schwartzbaum

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Bamboo-Cradle-Jewish-fathers-story/dp/0873064593/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3BXO47AIFCJ86&keywords=%E2%80%9CThe+Bamboo+Cradle%E2%80%9D+by+Rabbi+Schwartzbaum&qid=1690670693&s=books&sprefix=the+bamboo+cradle+by+rabbi+schwartzbaum%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C248&sr=1-1

 

“All for the Boss” by Ruchoma Shain

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/All-Boss-Ruchoma-Shain/dp/1583304703

 

“Bibi: My Story” by Benjamin Netanyahu

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Bibi-My-Story-Benjamin-Netanyahu/dp/1668008440/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YSVQFP2XINGG&keywords=%E2%80%9CBibi%E2%80%9D+by+Benjamin+Netanyahu&qid=1690670965&s=books&sprefix=bibi+by+benjamin+netanyahu%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C248&sr=1-1

 

 

“Jewish Literacy Revised Ed: The Most Important Things to Know About the Jewish Religion, Its People, and Its History” by Joseph Telushkin

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Jewish-Literacy-Revised-Ed-Important/dp/0061374989

 

 

“The Real Shlomo” by Chaim Dalfin

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Real-Shlomo-Chaim-Dalfin/dp/0988958031/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OG78J7O83MES&keywords=%E2%80%9CThe+Real+Shlomo%E2%80%9D&qid=1690671201&s=books&sprefix=the+real+shlomo+%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C271&sr=1-1

 

“Whatever it Takes: Restoring Hope” by Shea Hecht

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Whatever-Takes-Restoring-Shea-Hecht/dp/1957579420/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UMV3608VCOPA&keywords=Whatever+it+Takes+by+Shea+Hecht&qid=1690671459&s=books&sprefix=whatever+it+takes+by+shea+hecht%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C241&sr=1-1

 

 

“Catch the Jew!” by Tuvia Tenenbom

To Purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/Catch-Jew-Tuvia-Tenenbom/dp/9652297984/ref=sr_1_1?crid=20PZFRNVO80ND&keywords=To+Catch+a+Jew+Tovia+Tannenbaum&qid=1690671877&s=books&sprefix=to+catch+a+jew+tovia+tannenbaum%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C230&sr=1-1


Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger
Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo: www.michaeldoniger.com

Chanale Talks about Her Life-long Love of Jewish Books

We’re all deep thinkers, right? But who has time to actually meditate? And what is ‘Jewish’ meditation?

Heather Dean’s guest on this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast is educator, international speaker and author Sara Blau, and she has written two incredible books for us to better and more fully meditate on authentic Jewish wisdom that will improve our lives practically and spiritually.

Sara’s book Close to You provides insights about The Tanya and accompanying ideas and affirmations to meditate on. Sara also discusses her book Thoughtstreams which is chock full of inspiration and meditations for the Jewish woman.

Remember to Subscribe to “613 Books” Podcast and never miss an episode!
Show Notes:

Featured Guest Interview: Sara Blau, author of Close to You, and Thought Streams
 
To purchase Close to You from Meaningful Life Center: https://www.meaningfullife.com/closetoyou/

To purchase Close to You on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Close-You-Mrs-Sara-Blau/dp/1886587019

 To purchase Thought Streams on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Thought-Streams-Meditations-Jewish-Lubavitcher/dp/0826690122
                              
Write to Sara: Info@sarablau.com

Visit Sara’s website: https://www.sarablau.com/


Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

Spiritual Motivation and Jewish Meditation with Author and Educator Sara Blau

SPECIAL EDITION: ISRAEL AND THE NATIONS

Heather Dean’s featured guest in this episode is Kimberley Strassel, The Wall Street Journal’s Editorial Board member and author of THE BIDEN MALAISE: How America Bounces Back from Joe Biden’s Dismal Repeat of the Jimmy Carter Years.

Has the Joe Biden Presidency been good for Israel? … what about the U.S. and the world in general?

Just as Israelis follow the news with a passion, Jewish people everywhere are more aware of current events than ever as we turn to books, newspapers, and almost any media out there to follow an ever-changing news cycle that is rarely favorable toward the Jewish Nation.

Heather’s fascinating interview with Kim Strassel is a departure from regular “613 Books” Podcast episodes, with a focus that is more about the State of Israel and the state of the country’s relationship with the Biden administration. Strassel has a lot to say about recent policy developments by US Presidents toward Israel and the Middle East, as well as her book’s discourse about the Jimmy Carter Administration in contrast to the Biden Administration. Both Presidents have presided over troubled times, and The Biden Malaise takes a deep dive into how Carter and Biden handled the challenges they inherited from the administration before theirs.

Subscribe to “613 Books” Podcast and never miss an episode!

Show Notes:

This Episode’s featured guest: Kimberley Strassel

Author of:  The Biden Malaise: How America Bounces Back from Joe Biden's Dismal Repeat of the Jimmy Carter Years
 
To Purchase The Biden Malaise through the publisher: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/kimberley-strassel/the-biden-malaise/9781538756225/?lens=twelve
 
To Purchase The Biden Malaise on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Biden-Malaise-America-Bounces-Bidens/dp/1538756218

Listen to WSJ Podcast “Potomac Watch” featuring the Opinion editors of The Wall St. Journal (including Kim Strassel!) https://www.wsj.com/podcasts/opinion-potomac-watch

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo: michaeldoniger.com/

Kim Strassel of The Wall Street Journal talks about The Biden Malaise

Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast, discussing many time-tested and halachically-sourced principles about Jewish marriage contained in his book, Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make.

Rabbi Shafier provides a wealth of solid, achievable and at times surprising advice about how all married couples can strengthen their marriages - whether or not they are experiencing difficulties.

PLUS: Check out the most important two words Rabbi Shafier says you need to have in mind when your spouse does or says something … let’s say .. disappointing.

ALSO: Menachem Weinreb, Creative Director of Mishpacha Magazine checks in to tell us about the exceptional book that’s on his reading table!

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and never miss an episode!

Show Notes:
This Episode’s Featured Guest: Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier

Rabbi Shafier’s website: https://theshmuz.com/

To purchase your copy of “Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make” from Rabbi Shafier:

https://www.10reallydumbmistakes.com/rabbi_shafier22

To purchase on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Really-Dumb-Mistakes-Smart-Couples/dp/1680251767/ref=sr_1_1?crid=L04QG22MH2DY&keywords=10+really+dumb+mistakes+that+very+smart+couples+make&qid=1689703403&sprefix=10+really%2Caps%2C308&sr=8-1

Enjoy this book’s promotional video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gabdsS6pXng

Follow Rabbi Shafier on LinkedIn; and The Shmuz on Instagram: @the_shmuz

“What’s on My Reading Table” Contributor: Menachem Weinreb, Creative Director, Mishpacha Magazine

Reading Table selection: Birds of the Torah by Rabbi Pinchus Presworsky

To purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Birds-Torah-Rabbi-Pinchus-Presworsky/dp/1931681228

The Next Big Thing in Jewish Books: "Mystical Matters of the Bible and Beyond”

Contact Menachem either through his website: Amudart.com, or email: contact@amudart.com

Instagram handles: @meweinreb, and @amudart

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo: www.michaeldoniger.com/

Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier and His Book Ten Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make

Heather Dean’s featured guest in this episode of “613 Books” Podcast is Yoel Berman, who compiled a book called, “Living in the Land: First-hand Accounts of Bnei Torah and their Families.”

Yoel is involved in a variety of initiatives to educate his fellow Jews about the centrality of Eretz Yisrael for all of the Jewish people, as well as about the growing opportunities for those from English-speaking countries who wish to make a home for themselves in the Land of Israel.

“Living in the Land” comprises the first-hand stories of a wide variety of over fifty (!) Diaspora-born Jews who now reside in Eretz Yisrael in easy-to-read essays that will inspire you to rethink your relationship to the Land of Our Soul.

PLUS author and social worker Jonah Simcha Chaim Muskat-Brown is back on the podcast to tell us about the deep, meaningful book that’s on his reading table.

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and never miss an episode!

Show notes:
Featured Guest: Yoel Berman
 
Author of “Living in the Land: First-hand Accounts of Bnei Torah and their Families”
 
To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Land-Firsthand-accounts-families/dp/1957579773/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGLO5T4HOL7&keywords=yoel+Berman+Living+in+the+Land&qid=1693157447&s=books&sprefix=yoel+berman+living+in+the+land%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C236&sr=1-1
 
To Purchase from Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/living-in-the-land/
 
To contact Yoel: info@aviraderetzyisroel.org
 
= = = = = =
 
“What’s on My Reading Table” Contributor: Jonah Simcha Chaim Muskat-Brown

Reading Table Selection: “DMC: The Amidah” by Rabbi Ira Kosowsky

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/DMC-Amidah-Rabbi-Ira-Kosowsky/dp/1957579579
 
To Purchase from Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/dmc-the-amidah/

Simcha Chaim Muskat-Brown’s book “Expanding Potential” may be purchased:

On Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/expanding-potential/?v=920f83e594a1

On Feldheim (distributor): https://www.feldheim.com/expanding-potential

On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Expanding-Potential-Journeying-Beyond-Think/dp/1957579110/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PILWWYPFSGZ0&keywords=expanding+potential&qid=1686581246&sprefix=expanding+potential%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-1

To contact Jonah Simcha Chaim Muskat-Brown: j.muskatbrown@gmail.com

= = = = = =

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo: www.michaeldoniger.com/

Living in the Land by Yoel Berman and the Experiences of Diaspora Jews who Come Home to Israel

Slovie Jungreis-Wolff is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, covering a wide range of parenting topics – with a lot of soul.

Slovie’s legacy as daughter of esteemed Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis a”h, as well as her own training, informs Slovie’s boundless passion for healthy, well-functioning families.

Some of the topics Slovie addresses in this podcast include: overcoming the urge to scroll through your phone while your child is with you, the growing rate of anxiety among today’s young people, and making Judaism come alive for our children.

Remember to Subscribe to “613 Boks” Podcast and never miss an episode!

Show notes:
Featured author interview: Slovie Jungreis-Wolff, author of “The Soul of Parenting: Timeless wisdom for raising today's children”

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Parenting-Timeless-raising-children/dp/1957579714/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1AAO1QJE0Z7QN&keywords=slovie+jungreis-wolff&qid=1692920244&s=books&sprefix=Slovie+%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C307&sr=1-2

To Purchase from Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/the-soul-of-parenting/
 
Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

Remember to Subscribe to “613 Boks” Podcast and never miss an episode!

Slovie Jungreis-Wolff Speaks about the Soul of Parenting

Lecturer and author Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein is the featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, discussing some of the key concepts he writes about in his new book, “Sukkos: A Symphony of Joy.”

Rabbi Bernstein clarifies what exactly we are celebrating in this zeman simchaseinu. And if you are puzzled by the Hoshanos service or Simchas Beis Hasho’eva, Rabbi Bernstein clarifies these elements of the Festival for us.

He also notably connects the Sukkos theme of Divine protection to the tranquility we all can tap into that our Creator is the Source of all things and events, so we need not pressure ourselves to steer everything in our lives on the course we’re inclined to go. With tranquility we can choose to remember that “the same Divine Providence and Divine Supervision that is so much the focus on Sukkos is really something that continues to guide us throughout the year but then allows us to be tranquil.”

Show notes:
This episode’s featured guest: Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein

New Book: “Sukkos: A Symphony of Joy”

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sukkos-Symphony-Rabbi-Immanuel-Bernstein/dp/1961602083

To Purchase through Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/sukkos-a-symphony-of-joy/

Visit Rabbi Bernstein’s website: Journeysintorah.com

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger
Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo: www.michaeldoniger.com

Subscribe to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein on Sukkos: A Symphony of Joy

London-based Rabbi Ilan Halberstadt joins host Heather Dean for this episode of “613 Books” podcast, describing the mood of his Jewish community. Just as in any of the world’s great metropolises, Jewish people everywhere feel vulnerable and uncertain while Israel is at war with Hamas.

The teen years are perpetual times of uncertainty and insecurity: the centuries-old battle with the yetzer ha-ra and other challenges. Based on his teachings from his book, “Think Big: The Torah Path for The Teenage Male,” Rabbi Halberstadt offers insights about how we are tested by Gd and which kinds of tests merit His Divine assistance.

“Think Big” is a book we can all appreciate and implement in our own lives; particularly recommended for the young Jewish men in your life.

Show notes:
Featured Guest: Rabbi Ilan Halberstadt

Author of: Think Big: The Torah Path for the Teenage Male

To purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Big-Torah-Path-Teenage/dp/1952370728

To purchase from the publisher, Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/think-big/
                                         
Show Announcer: Michael Doniger

For voice samples and voice-over queries for Michael: https://michaeldoniger.com/

Rabbi Ilan Halberstadt and his book Think Big

Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz returns to “613 Books” Podcast to discuss his book “Shabbat and the Festivals,” and our focus is on deeper meanings to Shabbat and how to maximize the unique and holy powers of the Day.

You will also be surprised with the advice Rabbi Tatz gives to new baalei teshuva (Jews who are exploring or returning to mitzvah observance) about what Shabbat laws to keep when it feels like too much to be shomer Shabbat every week a whole day.

PLUS: Rabbi Ilan Halberstadt calls in from London to tell us about the incredible book that’s on his reading table!

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

SPECIAL THANKS to show announcer (and our neighbor!) Michael Doniger for the use of his recording booth for this episode! Check out Michael’s LinkedIn page and learn about his voice over services specializing in Israeli and Jewish companies and nonprofits

Show notes:
Featured Guest: Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz

Author of many books, including “Shabbat and the Festivals: Journey and Destination”

To purchase “Shabbat and the Festivals” through Menucha Publishers:

https://menuchapublishers.com/collections/new-jewish-books/products/shabbat-and-the-festivals-journey-and-destination

To purchase “Shabbat and the Festivals” on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Shabbat-Festivals-Destination-Akiva-Tatz/dp/B0BZZSRTD6


What’s on My Reading Table contributor: Rabbi Ilan Halberstadt, author of “Think Big: The Torah Path for the Teenage Male”

To purchase “Think Big” through Mosaica Press:

https://mosaicapress.com/product/think-big/

Reading Table selection: “Dimensions in Chumash” by Rabbi Immanuel Bernstein

To purchase Dimensions in Chumash” through Mosaica Press:

https://mosaicapress.com/product/dimensions-in-chumash/

To purchase Dimensions in Chumash” on Amazon:

Dimensions in Chumash Vol. 1

https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Chumash-Rabbi-Immanuel-Bernstein/dp/1957579315

Dimensions in Chumash Vol. 2

https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Chumash-Vayikra-Bamidbar-Devarim/dp/1957579366/ref=pd_bxgy_sccl_1/134-0875543-4788824?pd_rd_w=vFxks&content-id=amzn1.sym.43d28dfc-aa4f-4ef6-b591-5ab7095e137f&pf_rd_p=43d28dfc-aa4f-4ef6-b591-5ab7095e137f&pf_rd_r=YAY82NWEJ8881MQ8QWKV&pd_rd_wg=TpMOt&pd_rd_r=3b16e480-9b19-4ae6-9d55-3a427d1b16cd&pd_rd_i=1957579366&psc=1

Remember to Subscribe to “613 Books” Podcast and never miss an episode!

SPECIAL THANKS to show announcer Michael Doniger for the use of his recording booth for this interview.

For inquiries about dedicating or sponsoring future episodes, email info@heatherdeanproductions.com

Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz: Taking Shabbat to the Next Level

Rabbi Gershon Schusterman, author of "Why God Why," joins host Heather Dean for this episode of “613 Books” podcast to discuss such timely topics as coping with tragedy, upheaval, and loss on a personal level as well as on a National level as the Jewish Nation is challenged with historic levels of anti-Semitism and the State of Israel at war.

Rabbi Schusterman’s depth of understanding of Jewish Philosophy and friendly manner make for an impactful interview that will help listeners grow toward a hopeful, future-oriented perspective - because life is meant to be lived!

Subscribe to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Show notes:
Featured Guest: Rabbi Gershon Schusterman

Author of: Why God Why: How to Believe in Heaven When it Hurts Like Hell

To purchase in the US and Israel: orders@gefenpublishing.com

To purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Why-God-Believe-Heaven-Hurts/dp/B0BKTQV5PV

Show Announcer: Michael Doniger

For voice samples and voice-over queries for Michael: https://michaeldoniger.com/

For inquiries about sponsoring future episodes, email: info@heatherdeanproductions.com

Rabbi Gershon Schusterman and his book Why God Why

Slovie Jungreis-Wolff returns to “613 Books” Podcast to tell us about the making of Rabbi Nachman Seltzer’s bestselling book, The Rebbetzin: The Story of Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis Her Life, Her Vision, Her Legacy. Slovie shares remembrances of her mother with us as well as the staggering and humbling impact this biography has had on readers everywhere.

PLUS Author and lecturer Sara Blau tells us about the book on her reading table which also serves as an infusion of positivity.

Show notes:

Featured author interview: Slovie Jungreis-Wolff, author of “The Soul of Parenting: Timeless wisdom for raising today's children”

Featured book on this Episode: The Rebbetzin: The Story of Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis Her Life, Her Vision, Her Legacy

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Rebbetzin-Esther-Jungreis-vision-legacy/dp/1422625672

To Purchase from Artscroll: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422625675.html

Sara Blau’s Reading Table Book Recommendation: “Positivity Bias” by Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Positivity-Bias-Rabbi-Mendel-Kalmenson/dp/0826690084

To purchase Sara Blau’s book, “Close to You” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Close-You-Mrs-Sara-Blau/dp/1886587019

To purchase Sara Blau’s book, “Thought Streams” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Thought-Streams-Meditations-Jewish-Lubavitcher/dp/0826690122                        

Write to Sara: Info@sarablau.com

Visit Sara’s website: https://www.sarablau.com/

= = =

To Purchase Slovie Jungreis-Wolf’s book “The Soul of Parenting” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Parenting-Timeless-raising-children/dp/1957579714/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1AAO1QJE0Z7QN&keywords=slovie+jungreis-wolff&qid=1692920244&s=books&sprefix=Slovie+%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C307&sr=1-2

To Purchase “The Soul of Parenting” from Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/the-soul-of-parenting/

You can reach Slovie at sloviehineni@gmail.com

= = =

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Slovie Jungreis-Wolff speaks about the biography, The Rebbetzin

Rebbetzin Rochel Miller is Heather Dean’s featured guest on this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, discussing her new book, The Simchah of Marriage.

Rebbetzin Miller spent her first eleven years in Israel learning the secrets of the eternal Jewish home with Rebbetzin Talya Helfer in a course based on the Hebrew-language sefer Ohel Rochel.

Realizing that this precious learning was missing in the English-speaking world, Rebbetzin Miller was inspired to share her learning through teaching.

Her classes, based on the wisdom from the sefer Ohel Rochel began in Jerusalem twenty-five years ago. They have been called “life-changing,” “healing,” and “medicine for our generation.” These classes now take place in person and internationally over Zoom.

Rebbetzin Miller’s, is a continuation of her classes, a gift for the many women who have felt deprived and unaware of the true inner peace and goals of the Jewish marriage.

Show notes: 
Featured guest: Rebbetzin Rochel Miller

Featured Book: “The Simchah of Marriage”

To order your copy(ies) of “The Simchah of Marriage” click: https://simchaofmarriage.com/contact/

To invite Mrs. Rochel Miller to speak in your community: : https://simchaofmarriage.com/contact/

To advertise on “613 Books” Podcast, send us an email and tell us about your product, service, or book: info@heatherdeanproductions.com

Show Announcer: Michael Doniger

For voice samples and voice-over queries for Michael: https://michaeldoniger.com/

Subscribe to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Rebbetzin Rochel Miller and her book The Simchah of Marriage

In this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with bestselling author of over 40 children’s books Bracha Goetz about her memoir (for grown-up readers), “Nourish the Soul” as well as quite a bit of her other written work. In “Nourish the Soul,” Bracha openly reveals her quest for the Truth, her struggles with food and how she overcame them with joy, as well as other well-earned insights.

Bracha also speaks about her breakthrough books for families, “Let’s Stay Safe,” and “Talking About Personal Privacy,” which offer children and parents insights about inappropriate touching and abuse, written sensitively and honestly in a way that has earned a place on the bookshelves of thousands of Jewish homes.

PLUS Bracha has many Chanukah-themes merchandise and reading material that are sure to please her many readers and fans.

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Show notes:
Featured author interview: Bracha Goetz, author of “Nourish the Soul” and 41 Jewish children's books

To Purchase directly from Bracha Goetz: https://goetzbookshop.com/products/nourish-the-soul

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Nourish-Soul-Filling-Emptiness-Within/dp/1737094053

= = =

Book: “Let’s Stay Safe!”

To Purchase directly from Bracha Goetz: https://goetzbookshop.com/products/lets-stay-safe

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Stay-Paperback-Bracha-Goetz/dp/1422617599/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3RPIORHVC4NL3&keywords=Let%27s+Stay+Safe+by+Bracha+Goetz&qid=1701807570&s=books&sprefix=let%27s+stay+safe+by+bracha+goetz%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C309&sr=1-1

= = =

Book: “Talking About Personal Privacy”

To Purchase directly from Bracha Goetz: https://goetzbookshop.com/products/talking-about-personal-privacy?_pos=1&_psq=Talking+About+Personal+Privacy&_ss=e&_v=1.0

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Talking-About-Personal-Privacy-Bracha/dp/1680250744

= = =

Contact Bracha here: info@goetzbookshop.com

To schedule Bracha Goetz for a writing project/consultation, a personal consultation, or to invite her to come to your school or organization's event for a presentation via Zoom or in person: https://goetzbookshop.com/pages/contact

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Bracha Goetz on her Memoir and Books for Children

In this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with journalist and Mishpacha Magazine contributor Barbara Bensoussan about her novel, “Pride & Preference,” a frum homage to the Jane Austen classic, “Pride and Prejudice.”

The episode begins with an exploration of an essay Barbara published in Mishpacha magazine as a call to achdus in light of the massacre on October 7 and a personal tragedy that struck Barbara’s family seven years prior.

Barbara and Heather also discuss a variety of modern-day conundrums that occur in the lives of Barbara’s characters which mirror modern-day shidduch circles.

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Show notes:
Featured author interview: Barbara Bensoussan, author of “Pride & Preference”
 
To Purchase from Menucha Publishers: https://menuchapublishers.com/collections/barbara-bensoussan/products/pride-and-preference
 
To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pride-Preference-Barbara-Bensoussan/dp/1614658331

Contact Barbara through her website: https://barbarabensoussan.com/

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger
 
Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Barbara Bensoussan and her novel Pride and Preference

In this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, producer-host Heather Dean speaks with Sarah Shapiro about her book, “Audience of One,” a collection of short stories. Sarah’s eclectic topics and ponderings are boldly honest yet written in a breezy yet contemplative manner that makes writing about ourselves seem easy. But it’s not! Sarah’s choices in phrasing, structure and tone keep us readers riveted, going places we didn’t think the author would take us.

Heather and Sarah delve into stories from the book about aging, being authentic, navigating whether to talk about Gd to an atheist relative, and poignant memories of Sarah’s late father, bestselling author Professor Norman Cousins.

Subscribe to “613 Books Podcast” and discover new books every week!

Show notes:
Featured author interview: Sarah Shapiro, author of “Audience of One”

To Purchase from Mosaica Publishers: https://mosaicapress.com/product/an-audience-of-one/

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Audience-One-other-stories/dp/1952370205

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Sarah Shapiro and Her Book Audience of One

On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld, Executive Director if Jewish Spiritual Literacy, Inc (JSLI). He is the co-author of Body & Soul: The Torah Path to Health, Fitness, and a Holy Life. This book is a collection of over one-hundred-eighty major Torah teachings, some of which appear in translation for the first time. Heather asks Rabbi Seinfeld about the authentically Jewish approach to intermittent fasting; proper sleep and the “power nap;” and Rabbi Seinfeld’s findings about the sugary treats we give our kids. Body & Soul covers a wide range of health-related topics through the prism of the Torah and our sages and while adhering to this book’s guidelines may seem daunting, Rabbi Seinfeld provides a perspective to help us all get on the path toward better health.

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Show notes:
Featured author interview: Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld, co-author of Body & Soul

Body & Soul is co-authored by Dr. Daniel Grove MD, and includes and Afterward by Rabbi Benzion Shafier

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Soul-Torah-health-fitness/dp/1680259156

Contact Rabbi Seinfeld through his website: info@jsli.org

Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld’s blog: https://rabbiseinfeld.blogspot.com/

For excerpts from Rabbi Seinfeld’s book, related FREE resources, contacting Rabbi Seinfeld about hosting Torah Health programs in your community: www.torahhealth.org

Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld’s page on Torah Anytime: https://www.torahanytime.com/#/speaker?l=1397

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld and his book Body & Soul

In this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean welcomes back a few esteemed authors who were Heather’s featured guests over the course of Season 1 to tell us about the books that are on their reading table.

Subscribe to “613 Books Podcast” and discover new books every week!

Featured authors: 

(1)

Bracha Goetz, author of “Nourish the Soul” and 41 Jewish children's books

Bracha’s Reading Table selection: “Ein Od Milvado, Divine Providence, Hashgacha Peratis: God’s Intimate Involvement In Our Daily Lives” by Kenneth Ephraim Pinczower

To Purchase “Ein Od Milvado” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Milvado-Divine-Providence-Hashgacha-Peratis-ebook/dp/B09NJSG6G1

To Purchase a revised and expanded edition of “Ein Od Milvado” from Feldheim Publishers: https://www.feldheim.com/ein-od-milvado-divine-providence

To Purchase “Nourish the Soul” directly from Bracha Goetz: https://goetzbookshop.com/products/nourish-the-soul

To Purchase “Nourish the Soul” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Nourish-Soul-Filling-Emptiness-Within/dp/1737094053

Contact Bracha here: info@goetzbookshop.com

To schedule Bracha Goetz for a writing project/consultation, a personal consultation, or to invite her to come to your school or organization's event for a presentation via Zoom or in person: https://goetzbookshop.com/pages/contact 

(2)

Barbara Bensoussan, author of “Pride & Preference”

Barbara’s Reading Table selection: “Pepper, Silk & Ivory: Amazing Stories about Jews and the Far East” by Rabbi Marvin Tokayer and Dr. Ellen Rodman

To Purchase “Pepper, Silk & Ivory” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pepper-Silk-Ivory-Amazing-Stories-ebook/dp/B00N9A832U

To Purchase “Pride & Preference” from Menucha Publishers: https://menuchapublishers.com/collections/barbara-bensoussan/products/pride-and-preference
 
To Purchase “Pride & Preference” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pride-Preference-Barbara-Bensoussan/dp/1614658331

Contact Barbara through her website: https://barbarabensoussan.com/

(3)

Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz, author of “Shabbat and the Festivals” and many more books

Rabbi Tatz’s Reading Table selection: The work of Rabbi Moshe David Valle

To purchase books by the mekkubal Rabbi Moshe David Valle from Seforim Center website

https://seforimcenter.com/Rabbi-Moshe-David-Valle-1697-1777__c-p-0-0-218.aspx

To Purchase “Shabbat and the Festivals” by Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz from Menucha Publishers:

https://menuchapublishers.com/products/shabbat-and-the-festivals-journey-and-destination?_pos=11&_sid=59730177f&_ss=r
 
For more information and to contact Rabbi Tatz, visit: https://akivatatz.com/

(4)

Heather Dean, author of “Searching for Heather Dean: My Extraordinary Career as a Celebrity Interviewer and Why I Left It”
 
Heather’s Reading Table selection: “Chofetz Chaim: A Lesson a Day: The Concepts and Laws of Proper Speech Arranged for Daily Study”

To Purchase “Chofetz Chaim: A Lesson a Day” from Artscroll:

https://www.artscroll.com/Details.aspx?itemNo=9780899063218

To Purchase “Chofetz Chaim: A Lesson a Day” on  Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Chofetz-Chaim-Concepts-Arranged-ArtScroll/dp/0899063217 

To Purchase “Searching for Heather Dean” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Searching-Heather-Dean-Extraordinary-Interviewer/dp/965927050X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1705350965&sr=1-1

= = = 

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

What’s on Authors’ Reading Tables!? Part 1

On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Ahava Ehrenpreis, the  celebrated author of “On My Own…but Not Alone,” “More than Special: Perspectives from the World of Special Needs,” and “My Special Uncle.”

Ahava is the mother of Saadya, a”h, a young man with Down syndrome. Her experiences raising him were the basis for her popular and well-received articles and her two most recent books. His tragic passing from COVID-19 provided the impetus for “My Special Uncle,” which serves as a tribute to his sincere and ever-present assertion to everyone he knew that “it’s going to be okay!”

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Show notes:
Featured author interview: Ahava Ehrenpreis author of “My Special Uncle,” and “More than Special”

To Purchase “My Special Uncle” from Mosaica Press: https://mosaicapress.com/product/my-special-uncle/

To Purchase “My Special Uncle” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/My-Special-Uncle-Ahava-Ehrenpreis/dp/195757903X

To Purchase “More than Special” from Artscroll: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422629802.html

To Purchase “More than Special” on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/More-Than-Special-Ahava-Ehrenpreis/dp/1422629805/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1705957594&refinements=p_27%3AAhava+Ehrenpreis&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Ahava+Ehrenpreis

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Ahava Ehrenpreis and her books My Special Uncle and More than Special

This week’s featured guest on “613 Books Podcast” is Menachem Weinreb, Creative Director of Mishpacha Magazine. His newly-published ingeniously artful book, “Mystical Matters from the Bible and Beyond” was previewed on this podcast last summer when it was still in manuscript form. Back then, host Heather Dean predicted this book just might be The Next Big Thing, given all of its bold and  whimsical illustrations, fanciful factoids, and surprising tales from the Talmud.

Enjoy hearing from Menachem about the intricacies of making this book and the “joys” of shipping it to dozens of Kickstarter backers and other buyers, as well as a dramatic reading from the book by its versatile author.

Remember to SUBSCRIBE to 613 Books Podcast and never miss an episode!

=========

Show notes:

Featured Guest: Menachem Weinreb, Creative Director, Mishpacha Magazine

Author of "Mystical Matters from the Bible and Beyond”

Contact Menachem either through his website: Amudart.com, or email: contact@amudart.com

Instagram handles: @meweinreb, and @amudart

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

Menachem Weinreb and the release of Mystical Matters from the Bible and Beyond

On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Mindy Blumenfeld, the author of “Hillel and the Paper Menschies,” a book for children (that the rest of us will enjoy!) based on the actual experiences of young Hillel Blumenfeld z”l who was diagnosed with cancer when he was six years old.

This book is co-written by Marc Luber, who is also the book’s illustrator. The words and pictures in Hillel and the Paper Menschies” take us on a journey before, during and after the main character’s diagnosis, teaching us creative and thoughtful lessons about resilience and the power of a faith and a family’s love that can bouy a person through challenges.

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

==============

Show notes:

Featured author interview: Mindy Blumenfeld author of “Hillel and the Paper Menschies”

To Purchase “Hillel and the Paper Menschies” from Israel Bookshop Publications:

https://www.israelbookshoppublications.com/store/pc/showsearchresults.asp?SearchValues=10717
 
To Purchase “Hillel and the Paper Menschies” and Mindy Blumenfeld’s other written work on her website: https://mindyblumenfeld.com/publications/

Book Illustrator and co-writer: Marc Lumer

Marc’s website: https://www.marclumerproductions.com/

Marc’s email: marc@marclumerproductions.com

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Mindy Blumenfeld and her book Hillel and the Paper Menschies

On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Judy Gruen, the author of “Bylines and Blessings: Overcoming Obstacles, Striving for Excellence, and Redefining Success.” Judy says that she writes to find meaning, hope, and laughter in a complicated world. Her first memoir is the acclaimed "The Skeptic and the Rabbi." Just has also written three humor books, one of which is a multiple-award winner.

Judy and Heather discuss a variety of storied vignettes from “Bylines and Blessings,” her early work as a reporter and editor, and eye-opening experience at the elite school of journalism she attended, her lifelong ambitions and the perseverance that has served her well so far throughout her incredible career.

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

=============

Show notes:

Featured author interview: Judy Gruen author of “Bylines and Blessings”

To Purchase “Bylines and Blessings” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Bylines-Blessings-Overcoming-Excellence-Redefining/dp/B0CPV443SW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YRWCYNESJLB4&keywords=bylines+and+blessings&qid=1702833394&sprefix=%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-1

Judy’s website: https://judygruen.com/

Read an excerpt from Bylines and Blessings (PDF): https://judygruen.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bylines-Blessings-Book-Excerpt.pdf

To contact Judy through her website: https://judygruen.com/contact-me/
                                                                                                                                                              
Judy’s column for Jewish Journal: https://jewishjournal.com/author/judy_gruen/

Judy’s writing on Substack:  judygruen.substack.com

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Judy Gruen and her memoir Bylines and Blessings

On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Lesley Kaplan, a business strategy, branding and goal-achieving coach, who is also the author of “Small Business Success Toolbox & Guide.”

Drawing from several decades’ experience running her own successful businesses (product and service) Lesley defines and explains the importance of having a U.S.P. (unique selling proposition); a concise explanatory “elevator pitch;” a concept called “creating a buyer or customer persona;” and a prioritizing time management technique called “Eat That Frog.”
Lesley downloads loads more practical insights in this interview, so get ready to build your biz!

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

=========

Show notes:

Featured author interview: Lesley Kaplan author of “Small Business Success Toolbox & Guide”

To Purchase “Small Business Success Toolbox & Guide” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/SMALL-BUSINESS-SUCCESS-TOOLBOX-GUIDE-ebook/dp/B0CH5YBD1C

To Purchase on Amazon in Paperback and E-book formats

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CTCXDC2W/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1706421929&sr=8-1

ISRAEL ORDERS - Paperback - Delivery to your door:

https://lesleykaplan.com/product/small-business-success-toolbox-guide/

Lesley’s website: https://lesleykaplan.com/

To contact Lesley through her website: https://lesleykaplan.com/lesley-kaplan-contact/
                                                                                                                                                                      
Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Lesley Kaplan and the Small Business Success Toolbox & Guide

In this episode of “613 Books” podcast, producer and host Heather Dean welcomes back a few esteemed authors who were Heather’s featured guests over the course of Season 1, as well as a rebbetzin, to tell us about the books that are on their reading table.

Subscribe to “613 Books Podcast” and discover new books every week!

Show Notes:
Featured guests

(1)

Rebbetzin Bat-Chen Grossman

Website: https://connectedforreal.com/

Connected For Real Podcast:  https://connectedforreal.com/podcast-2/

Reading Table Selection: Rabbi Avi Grossman’s “Haggadat Hapesah: For use at a Seder with a Korban Pesach”

Link to purchase on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/haggadat-hapesah-rabbi-avi-grossman/1143035230?ean=9789655983463

Link to purchase on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Haggadat-Hapesah-Seder-Korban-Pesach/dp/9655983463/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3QM3ZIEJIENY0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oT5rA8uu2arhFlWke_j-PE5HknHtvtydl3PTA6IfeBFvGNd1MbuQyfn31kR2AfW0L_LotxYeKJK90wFmgjRNXIGwUDRkYI0jgqdPeEcxM978zd4aH0AePVNk98ZErFdmW0vseFC-ZZVc7DVp7iC2iQEqYAGWnOXxBQE0Gx9T6s-pXtfOEtAdutD4ot421cASLYr0m0mfO5tqwH7e8_DQhyfDR7HTTbV2_OBUC0TzNtA.7JKcerrFCPwZp_K61k_VaZkHRUMOEVphjg5ATC4X9NU&dib_tag=se&keywords=Avi+Grossman&qid=1712257900&sprefix=avi+grossman+%2Caps%2C382&sr=8-1

(2)

Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld, co-author of Body & Soul: The Torah Path to Health, Fitness, and a Holy Life,

Body & Soul is co-authored by Dr. Daniel Grove MD, and includes and Afterward by Rabbi Benzion Shafier

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Soul-Torah-health-fitness/dp/1680259156

Reading Table Selection: “The Art of Amazement” by Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld

To Purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Amazement-Alexander-Seinfeld/dp/0971722919

Contact Rabbi Seinfeld through his website: info@jsli.org

Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld’s blog: https://rabbiseinfeld.blogspot.com/

For excerpts from Rabbi Seinfeld’s book, related FREE resources, contacting Rabbi Seinfeld about hosting Torah Health programs in your community: www.torahhealth.org

Rabbi Alexander Seinfeld’s page on Torah Anytime: https://www.torahanytime.com/#/speaker?l=1397

 (3)

Mindy Blumenfeld, author of “Hillel and the Paper Menschies”

To Purchase “Hillel and the Paper Menschies” from Israel Bookshop Publications:

https://www.israelbookshoppublications.com/store/pc/showsearchresults.asp?SearchValues=10717

To Purchase “Hillel and the Paper Menschies” and Mindy Blumenfeld’s other written work on her website: https://mindyblumenfeld.com/publications/

Book Illustrator and co-author: Marc Lumer

Marc’s website: https://www.marclumerproductions.com/

Marc’s email: marc@marclumerproductions.com

Reading Table Selection: “Brushstrokes” by Gary Levine

To Purchase on Amazon:

= = =

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

What’s on Authors’ Reading Tables!? Part 2

On this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Riva Pomerantz, the author of “Take Two.”

Riva talks about the book’s deep dive into the tumultuous shana rishona (first year of marriage) of Aryeh and Miri Kleinerman, their in-laws, and a world of secrets that crosses generations and boundaries in shalom bayis (household harmony).

*** SPECIAL OFFER ALERT! *** Exclusive to “613 Books” Podcast listeners, Menucha Publishers offers a 15% DISCOUNT on Riva Pomerantz’s book “Take 2!” Listen to this episode for details!

PLUS: Riva updates us about the offerings at her exciting venture Skill Nosh, the online learning platform that offers courses aligned with Torah observant values. Bite-size brain food; no junk!

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

=======================

Show notes:

Featured Guest: Bestselling author Riva Pomerantz

Featured Book: “Take 2”

To contact Riva about writing, mentoring, speaking engagements and more, drop her a line though her website: www.RivaPomerantz.com

For content and details about Skill Nosh, visit: www.skillnosh.com

To Purchase your copy of “Take 2”: https://menuchapublishers.com/products/take-two

*** SPECIAL OFFER ALERT! *** Exclusive to “613 Books” Podcast listeners, Menucha Publishers offers a 15% DISCOUNT on Riva Pomerantz’s book “Take Two:” Just click the special Menucha Publishers’ link above) to purchase your copy of “Take Two,” and enter the discount code Riva15 at the checkout.

Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger

Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo:  https://michaeldoniger.com/

SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books every week!

Riva Pomerantz and her Novel Take 2

We are looking forward to Passover. No really, we are! Rabbi Orlofsky shares with us his insights on how you can look forward to the holiday too.

AHIJ - Rabbi Orlofsky - Passo

Rabbi Orlofsky on Looking Forward to Passover

“613 Books” podcast spotlights a different author every week in an interview hosted by veteran broadcast and podcast producer Heather Dean.  
If you love to read, or write, books geared to Jewish readers, this podcast is for you!
After her extraordinary 14-year career broadcasting celebrity interviews for MTV, E! Entertainment Television and Associated Press (AP) Radio, Heather upgraded her life and career, which is centered on Torah values.

Interested in advertising your product or service to a Jewish audience? Heather offers a fantastic 4-Episode Sponsorship Package of this podcast, For details, contact Heather Dean Productions:
http://www.heatherdeanproductions.com/new-contact/

You can buy your copy of Heather’s fascinating and inspiring memoir, "Searching for Heather Dean" on Amazon.

Popular tracks by Heather Dean