30 Best Jewish Book Blogs and Websites
Jewish Book Blogs
Here are 30 Best Jewish Book Blogs you should follow in 2023
1. Jewish Book Council
New York City, New York, US
Jewish Book Council, founded in 1944, is the longest-running organization devoted exclusively to the support and celebration of Jewish literature. For over seventy years, we have used literature to bring people together for meaningful discussions about Jewish life, identity, and culture.
jewishbookcouncil.org
9.5K⋅ 18.5K ⋅4 posts / week Get Email Contact More
2. Jewish Book Review
The Jewish Book Review compiles and presents articles that we feel are the best of what the web has to offer in Jewish Publishing news.
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1 post / quarter Get Email Contact More
3. Jewish Books For Kids…and more!
Ventura County, California, Untied States
Jewish Books for Kids was established to create a sense of community through interviews with writers, illustrators, editors, and more. The site is a celebration of Jewish books for children and a resource for parents, educators, and readers.
jewishbooksforkids..
496 ⋅1 post / week Get Email Contact More
4. Jewish Book World
Find the latest news, book reviews from the world of Jewish Books.
jewishbookworld.org
801⋅ 2.5K ⋅19 posts / week Get Email Contact More
5. Jewish Journal » Books
Los Angeles, California, US
The following section of Jewish Journal is dedicated to Jewish Book authors and reviews. Get all the recent posts on Religious and Reform from Jewish Journal. We regularly offer live webcasts of community events and original videos. Our mission is to provide fresh news to the Jewish community of Los Angeles.
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26.8K⋅ 47.6K ⋅3 posts / month Get Email Contact More
6. Jewish Women's Archive » Books
The following section of the Jewish Women's Archive is dedicated to Jewish Books. The Jewish Women's Archive is a national organization dedicated to collecting and promoting the extraordinary stories of Jewish women. JWA explores the past as a framework for understanding the issues important to women today; inspires young people with remarkable role models; and uses Jewish women's stories to excite people to see themselves as agents of change.
jwa.org/blog/books
13K⋅ 15.5K ⋅1 post / month Get Email Contact More
7. Bookishly Jewish
Featuring reviews and recommendations. Bookishly Jewish shares reviews of Books that incorporate Jewish culture or themes in them, from a Jewish perspective. Explore a variety of genres including Adult Fiction, Graphic Novels, Middle-Grade Fiction, Non-fiction, and YA.
bookishlyjewish.com
1 post / week Get Email Contact More
8. Fig Tree Books Blog
Our blog features essays, book reviews, coverage of FTB titles, and noteworthy news of the American Jewish experience by our publisher. Fig Tree Books publishes novels and non-fiction books that chronicle the American Jewish experience and produce enjoyable, informative reads.
figtreebooks.net/blog
948⋅ 2.6K ⋅9 posts / month Get Email Contact More
9. The Book of Life Blog
The Book of Life is an interview-format podcast about Jewish kidlit, mostly, with occasional coverage of YA/adult books, music, film and web, established in December 2005. Host Heidi Rabinowitz is a Judaica librarian at Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton, FL, and the podcast reveals the backstory of materials that might be found in a synagogue library like Heidi's.
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1 post / week Get Email Contact More
10. Dr. Israel Drazin » Jewish Books
Israel Drazin Rabbi's Book Reviews, Thoughts About The Jewish Religion And Judaism. Dr. Israel is a retired Military Officer, Attorney, Rabbi, and a published author of 54 books. Here he shares his candid thought and reflection of Biblical excerpts and other musings.
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3 posts / week Get Email Contact More
11. Jewish Review of Books
Cleveland Heights, Ohio, US
The Jewish Review of Books is a quarterly print publication with an active online presence for serious readers with Jewish interests. In our pages, leading writers and scholars discuss the newest books and ideas about religion, literature, culture, and politics, as well as fiction, poetry, and the arts.
Also in Book Review Magazines
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9.8K⋅ 3.4K ⋅1 post / month Get Email Contact More
12. Washington Jewish Week » Books
Rockville, Maryland, US
This section of Washington Jewish Week is dedicated to Jewish books and reviews. Washington Jewish Week is the Jewish newspaper of record in the nation's capital since 1930. WJW strives, in its award-winning coverage in print and online, to be an indispensable source of news about politics, religion, international affairs, science and health, and the arts, all while working to build and strengthen Jewish community.
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5.9K⋅ 4.9K ⋅2 posts / quarter Get Email Contact More
13. The Book of Books Blog
A place to discuss literature from a Jewish perspective and Judaism from a literary perspective.
bookofbooksblog.com
4 posts / year Get Email Contact More
14. Association of Jewish Libraries Blog
Teaneck, New Jersey, US
The Association of Jewish Libraries Blog is an international organization dedicated to the production, collection, organization, and dissemination of Judaic resources and library/media services. In this blog, you will find our Reading lists, Reviews, and Commentary om the representation of Jewish Culture in literature.
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2.7K⋅ 4.4K ⋅2 posts / month Other Covenants, the ultimate “what ifs” of Jewish history and Jewish fan fiction Speaking with AJL Fiction Award winner Omer Friedlander about the Man Who Sold Air in the Holy Land Nice Jewish Books dances with the Book of Life
15. The Childrens Book Review
Boulder, Colorado, US
The Children's Book Review, named one of the ALSC (Association for Library Service to Children) Great Web Sites for Kids, is a resource devoted to children's literature and literacy. We publish reviews and book lists of the best books for kids of all ages. We also produce author and illustrator interviews and share literacy based articles that help parents, grandparents, caregivers & teachers.
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9K⋅ 14.7K⋅ 8.7K ⋅ Mar 2008 Sukkah-Doodle-Doo! A Holiday to Crow About | Dedicated Review The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey | Awareness Tour The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey | Dedicated Review
16. The Australian Jewish News
Australia
The Australian Jewish News is your source for all Jewish-related news in Australia. From its humble beginnings in 1895 as the Hebrew Standard of Australasia, the Australian Jewish News has grown into a quintessential part of the story of Australian Jewry.
ajn.timesofisrael.com
17.3K⋅ 5.4K⋅ 1.3K Something for everyone Win a Sunday Day Pass to Melbourne Jewish Book Week Kohn talks about faith, spirituality, cults
17. Mirta Ines Trupp Blog
My fascination with Jewish history and genealogy, coupled with an obsession for historical period drama, has inspired me to create these unique and enlightening novels. I have been a guest speaker for book clubs, sisterhood events, genealogy societies, and philanthropic organizations. Sharing Jewish Historical Fiction has become my passion.
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Nov 2020 A Jewish Janeite’s take on Chanukah Sound the Shofar! A Season for Reflection Jewish Regency Romance~ An Author’s View of the World
18. Jewish News
London, England, UK
The Jewish News is Britain's most popular Jewish newspaper and website, with breaking news and analysis, acclaimed blogs, celebrity features, religious insight and incredible competitions.
jewishnews.co.uk
42.6K⋅ 47K OPINION: Official recognition for unsung yiddishe war hero is long overdue Bigger picture: A history of Israel in 100 cartoons Jewish Book Week defends decision to host Corbynite author Michael Rosen
19. Book Riot
Brooklyn, New York, US
Book Riot celebrates all things books. Find the best books for your next read or book club, including new books in all genres. Book Riot is the largest independent literary site in North America, bringing you news, bookish commentary, and recs for readers of all stripes.
bookriot.com
882K⋅ 265K⋅ 239.5K Why Reading Holocaust Books Written From a Jewish Perspective Matters
20. The Times of Israel
Jerusalem, Yerushalayim, Israel
The Times of Israel is a Jerusalem-based online newspaper founded in 2012 to document developments in Israel, the Middle East and around the Jewish world. The fastest-growing site covering Israel, the region & the Jewish world.
timesofisrael.com
1.1M⋅ 406.4K Michael W. Twitty’s food memoir ‘Koshersoul’ named Jewish book of the year They set out to produce an ‘accessible’ Mishnah. The price tag: $645 ‘Devil’s Arithmetic’ author honored with lifetime achievement award
21. The Jewish News of Northern California
San Francisco, California, US
Today, The Jewish News of Northern California is a nonprofit publication with a website that reaches more than a million people each year and a biweekly print edition that serves nearly 20,000 homes throughout Northern California.
jweekly.com
13.7K⋅ 8.9K Michael Twitty’s ‘Koshersoul,’ a memoir of food and identity, named Jewish book of the year ‘Go Read It!’ Free virtual Contra Costa author series kicks off Sept. 1
22. We Said Go Travel
Los Angeles, California, US
We Said Go Travel is a Passport to a Global Community. Get inspired by stories from every continent published by over 1600 travelers and writers. Connect with tens of thousands of readers who share their personal journeys, photos and comments from every continent. Gain global awareness and immerse yourself in other cultures.
wesaidgotravel.com
3.4K⋅ 860⋅ 26.2K Happy Holiday Humor from Melissa Rivers! Women’s History Month: READ Woman On Fire
23. The Forward
New York City, New York, US
The Forward, an independent, high-profile weekly newspaper, is a fearless and indispensable source of news and opinion on Jewish affairs.
forward.com
104.2K⋅ 68.2K⋅ 7.1K Why Truman Capote and Norman Mailer claimed there was a Jewish ‘Literary Mafia’
24. Baltimore Jewish Times
Owings Mills, Maryland, US
Baltimore Jewish Times is a powerhouse of Jewish journalism, earning national and international acclaim, today the JT is a cornerstone of the Jewish community, delivering in print and on jewishtimes.com a wealth of important local, national and international news and opinion, plus entertaining features and profiles and convenient, useful advertising content.
jewishtimes.com
8.1K⋅ 6.8K Saul Golubcow introduces his Holocaust survivor-turned-private eye
25. Enthralled Bookworm
Thong Pha Phum, Kanchanaburi, Thailand
Enthralled Bookworm blog is a collection of Alexandra Nae's detailed reviews, she'll also be posting blogs/listicles, interviews, unboxings, and just altogether bookish things. You can also expect occasional personal blogs or music-related blogs here.
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172⋅ 778 Interview: Kalyn Josephson, Author of Ravenfall
26. Happily Ever Elephants
Miami, Florida, US
The best book recommendations for children of all ages! We curate the best of children's literature to ensure we get fabulous books into the homes & hearts of kids everywhere. Our blog posts feature Board books, picture books & chapter books for babies, toddlers, kids, and teens.
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1.6K⋅ 1.8K We Love These Sukkot Books for Kids! Meaningful Children’s Books About Yom Kippur
27. PRUnderground
San Francisco, CA
PRunderground.com is an online press release distribution service which helps companies publish their news to Google News, 150-300 regional TV and online news websites as well as social media. We believe press release distribution should be affordable and provide online exposure for your company as part of a larger PR and marketing plan.
prunderground.com
3.6K⋅ 4.6K ⋅ Dec 2009 PJ Library Brings The Passover Story And Their Kid-Friendly Haggadah To Life With An Innovative Synchronized Soundscape Through Novel Effect PJ Library Offers New Stories & Resources For Families Celebrating Passover In 2022 Kids Hanukkah Recipe: Hidden Veggie Latkes from P.J. Library
28. Collected Talks of David Solomon
A Jewish podcast experience like no other. David Solomon's 'enlightening and engaging' talks on the (Hebrew) Bible, Jewish History, Kabbalah, and Jewish Philosophy and Thought will leave you immersed in information and inspired to learn more. Recorded before live audiences around the world, these talks are delivered with clarity and insight, poignancy and humour by a world-class Jewish educator and story-teller who is not to be missed.
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1.6K⋅ 8K #117 Kabbalah on the Jewish Bookshelf
29. BookGeeks
India
BookGeeks is a book review blog dedicated to Indian authors. We do Book Reviews, Author Interviews and help Indian authors promote their books. Our mission is to be the first choice of book lovers looking for simple & apt review of books written by Indian authors.
bookgeeks.in
7.7K⋅ 1.5K⋅ 1.8K ⋅ Jun 2017 How To Choose The Best Online Jewish Bookshop UK
30. Jewish Telegraphic Agency
New York, England, UK
JTA is the definitive, trusted global source of breaking news, investigative reporting, in-depth analysis, opinion and features on current events and issues of interest to the Jewish people.
jta.org
60K⋅ 122.3K⋅ 2.8K A mysterious postcard made French author Anne Berest confront her family’s Holocaust story
Jewish Book Bloggers
Blogger Name | Blog Link | Total Blog Posts | |
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jewishbooks | jewishbookworld.org | 591 | |
Cnaan Liphshiz | jta.org | 243 | |
Bianca Schulze | thechildrensbookreview.com | 169 | |
Lisa Ellen Niver | wesaidgotravel.com | 118 | |
Dr. Jen Harrison | thechildrensbookreview.com | 95 | |
David A.M. Wilensky | jweekly.com | 82 | |
Lisa Ellen Niver | jewishjournal.com | 69 | |
Andrew Silow-Carroll | jta.org | 59 | |
Jaime Herndon | bookriot.com | 50 | |
BarbaraBietz | jewishbooksforkids.com | 44 | |
PJGrisar | forward.com | 42 | |
Jewish Book Maven | jewishbookreview.wordpress.com | 24 | |
David Solomon | podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/collected-talks-of-david-solomon/id1474455608 | 19 | |
Mirta Ines Trupp | mirtainestruppauthor.com/blog | 18 | |
Lauren Bercuson | happilyeverelephants.com/blog | 18 | |
Alexx | enthralledbookworm.wordpress.com | 13 |
Jewish Book Blog Topics
Topic | Number of posts |
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New Books | 251 |
Jewish Book Council | 85 |
Books | 42 |
Interviews | 20 |
Picture Book | 13 |
Amsterdam Publishers | 7 |
Arts & Culture | 7 |
Routledge | 6 |
Apples & Honey Press | 6 |
News About This Site | 6 |
Kar-Ben | 6 |
Middle Grade | 5 |
Apples And Honey Press | 5 |
Oxford University Press | 5 |
Reviews | 4 |
Wicked Son | 4 |
Cambridge University Press | 4 |
HarperCollins Publishers | 4 |
Lexington Books | 4 |
Princeton University Press | 4 |
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