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Jewish Literary Links for Shabbat

by Erika Dreifus on November 25, 2011

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I thought that Michael Lavigne’s debut novel, Not Me, was terrific, so I’m very happy to learn that Lavigne has another novel on the way. (And from what I read on the Jewish Book Council’s blog, it sounds equally excellent.)
A new issue of The Ilanot Review, an Israeli journal of creative writing in English, has gone live. Submissions for its next issue, on the theme of “translation and transformation,” will open on December 1.
Lovely essays by the winners of Moment magazine’s Memoir Contest.
A Thanksgiving ghazal from Alicia Ostriker.
So excited to take some time and read through The Jewish Week‘s fall literary guide.
Returning to his alma mater (Princeton University), Jonathan Safran Foer recently talked about Jewish influences on his work.

Shabbat shalom!

Friday Find: #FridayReads (Redux)

by Erika Dreifus on November 25, 2011

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You may remember that way back in January, I named the #FridayReads hashtag a “Friday Find.” (more…)

Thursday’s Work-in-Progress: Thanksgiving Edition

by Erika Dreifus on November 24, 2011

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Yes, it’s Thanksgiving, but a day off from the “day job” means, hopefully, that I just may make a little more progress on the writing that I am not always and/or steadily paid to do. Tops on my agenda for the long holiday weekend is reading a book that I won’t name here and drafting an accompanying review that is due next week.

I will, of course, take some time for celebrating and giving thanks. I have so much to be thankful for. I do try to count my blessings on all the other days of the year, but today I’ll take some extra time to reflect on them. Foremost: my family, my friends, my health, the health of aforementioned family and friends, and a job where I am appreciated and believe that I am making a contribution.

I’ve always been grateful for words and books–as a reader. This year, my writing life has been extra-special, and I want to say a few public thank-yous to those who have supported it (and, by extension, me).
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The Wednesday Web Browser for Writers

by Erika Dreifus on November 23, 2011

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Tomorrow is Thanksgiving here in the U.S.A., so it’s a most appropriate time to consider Susan Johnston’s suggestions re: ways freelancers can show gratitude.
Similarly, I really like this series of “thank-yous” from The Review Review‘s editor, Becky Tuch.
Another provocative writing prompt from Midge Raymond.
Jane Friedman’s take on the best literary blogs and websites.
I plan to spend some time over the next few days buying books to give the little ones for the holidays. I’m likely to consult the Kirkus recommendations of recent children’s books as well as ideas from The New York Times Book Review. I’m also quite taken by the premise of Estie the Mensch, by Jane Kohuth. Any other suggestions?

Job Alerts!

by Erika Dreifus on November 22, 2011

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The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ)’s publishing arm (URJ Books and Music) has posted two job announcements that may interest readers of My Machberet. Both jobs are full-time positions in New York.

First, they’re looking for an Editor. They’re also seeking a Production Manager.

Check the links for details, and good luck to any of you who may apply!