literature

 FROM LEFT, winner of the 2024 Sapir Prize, Yossi Avni-Levy, Mifal Hapais chairman Avigdor Itzhaky,

Yossi Avni-Levy wins Sapir Prize for Literature

Avni-Levy will receive NIS 180,000 ($50,000) and his novel will be translated into Arabic and another language of his choosing, broadening its reach and fostering cross-cultural dialogue.

By NERIA BARR
30/01/2025

'Dictionary of Fine Distinctions': A book on subtle differences in the English language

Dictionary of Fine Distinctions merits study at your leisure. Burnstein describes his little volume as “Nuances, Niceties, and Subtle Shades of Meaning.

Rebecca Makkai, whose grandfather drafted a Nazi-era antisemitic law, is writing a novel on fascism

Bestselling author Rebecca Makkai, whose grandfather wrote WWII-era laws that Jews from public spaces, will be writing a book on fascism.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
21/12/2024
Sonia Gomes de Mesquita, representing the donor family, alongside the recipient of the 2024 SASA-Se

The SASA-Setton Prize for Children's Literature celebrates creativity, healing, and heritage

The SASA-Setton Prize honors authors and illustrators who inspire through children’s literature, bridging art and healing and uniting diverse communities in Israeli hospitals and beyond.

 Benny Endy, author of "The Lost Orphan Boy"

Benny Edvy’s The Lost Orphan Boy Brings resilience and forgotten histories to life

Exploring themes of courage, women’s strength, and survival, Edvy’s debut novel sheds light on the harrowing journey of Yemenite Jewish orphans and the enduring legacy of their community.

Hylenia: The great prophecy brings Jewish culture to young adult fantasy

Exciting twist: Tusak is expanding his career experience as a breaking news desk intern at 'The Jerusalem Post'.

2024 Sapir Prize longlist: Israel’s top authors compete for prestigious award

12 authors vie for the 2024 Sapir Prize, Israel's top literary honor, with winners set to be announced in January.

By NERIA BARR
26/11/2024

Brenner literature prize goes to Yossi Avni-Levy

Over the decades, the Brenner Prize has recognized the contributions of some of Israel’s most celebrated authors.

By NERIA BARR
19/11/2024

Technological fantasy: The new vision from audiobook producer Canarit Audiobooks

Israel’s Canarit Audiobooks partners with renowned fantasy author Nica to create cinematic multi-cast adaptations of her popular novels for the Israeli and global markets.

By WALLA! TECH
15/11/2024

Authors and entertainers sign CCFP letter against Israeli literature boycott

The Creative Community for Peace letter comes during a year when antisemitism is on the rise worldwide and Israeli and Jewish writers have been the targets of boycott calls.

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