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COUNTDOWN UNTIL THE BOOK BIRTHDAY FOR I WILL NOT EAT LATKES! = 12 DAYS!

MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Barnes & Noble is running a 25% off PREORDER promotion for B&N Premium and Rewards members from Wednesday 9/9 through Friday 9/11. If you buy books from B&N, now is the best time to order I Will NOT Eat Latkes! Use this coupon code at checkout: PREORDER25 #BNPreorder

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Check out my latest Substack post. It has news about an upcoming book event for I Will NOT Eat Latkes! and features an interview with Rachelle Burk, author of Diving Deep on Rosh Hashanah. marthakidlitauthor.substack.com/p/shana-tova...

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Shana Tova!

Issue #9 Featuring an interview with Rachelle Burk

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I have a book here, too! If you are on Instagram, go to @annkoffsky to find out how to enter. Good luck!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Look for a special announcement on Instagram this coming Monday, August 17th! @Martha_KidLit_Author

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

If you follow me on Instagram, look for a special announcement on Monday, August 17th. If you don’t follow me yet, look up @Martha_KidLit_Author.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

My August Substack post is up. It features a Publisher's Weekly review of I Will Not Eat Lakes, and my interview with Melissa Melissa Berger Stoller for her book, Stella's Special Recipe. Read it here: marthakidlitauthor.substack.com/p/latkes-and...

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Latkes and Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Issue #8 Featuring an Interview with Melissa Stoller

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

I'll be at the Shoreline Jewish Festival held at the Guilford, CT Town Green by the local Chabad on August 2, selling and signing my books, and giving away other children’s books to people who stop by. If you are in the area, please come and join in the fun! www.facebook.com/ShorelineJew...

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

My July Substack has been posted. It features an interview with Jesse Atkin about her picture book, Oodles of Noodles. marthakidlitauthor.substack.com/p/finding-in...

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Finding Inspiration at the Association of Jewish Libraries Conference

Issue #7 Featuring an Interview with Jesse Atkin

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Here’s an excellent interview with Derek Stordahl, the new owner of Behrman House/Apples & Honey Press. If you are interested in Jewish books, this is worth watching. My upcoming book, I Will NOT Eat Latkes!, is my first with A&H, so I am very optimistic! www.youtube.com/watch?v=GREB...

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Derek Stordahl’s Vision for Behrman House, Apples & Honey Press, New Markets, and Jewish Stories

YouTube video by Diverse Jewish Books

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

I'm hosting a Shop Talk about the Sydney Taylor Book Awards this Wednesday, June 10. Here's the info: www.scbwi.org/events/nescb...

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

My latest Substack post features an interview with Chana Stiefel for her book, AWE. Take a look! marthakidlitauthor.substack.com/p/meeting-fr...

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

I launched a new newsletter on Substack this month. Since May is Jewish American Heritage Month, I'm posting a new issue every Friday and interviewing an author of a Jewish picture book. Please take a look! marthakidlitauthor.substack.com

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Martha Seif Simpson | Substack

Welcome to The Simpsonian Muse! This Substack will include news about my writing and librarian life, an interview with a kidlit author, and more to inform and entertain you. Something for travel buffs...

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

I'm in Branford, CT today with lots of other authors selling books at 1111 Main St. Buy something for Mother's Day and for yourself!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

It's been a while since I completed a jigsaw puzzle. This one shows the port of Naples. The twin peaks of Mt. Vesuvius are to the left. My husband and I were in Naples last year and rode past here!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

I'll be participating in the Branford Book Festival & Author Stroll on May 9th. I'll be in front of Med Spa near the corner of Main and Harrison Streets. If you need a last-minute gift for Mother's Day, I've got a book for you! Click on the link for more info. sites.google.com/view/branfor...

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

I have 2 upcoming author events. On May 9th, I'll be at the Branford, CT Book Festival from 10am-3pm. Find me at the corner of Main & Harrison Street. sites.google.com/view/branfor... On May 17th, I'll be at the Stamford Children's Book Festival at UConn from 12:30p-2:30pm. Please stop by!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

I have a new Substack! I say a little about my books and interview fellow picture book author Barbara Kimmel about her new book, Purim Possibilities. Just in time for Jewish American Heritage Month! Find it here: marthakidlitauthor.substack.com

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Martha Seif Simpson | Substack

Welcome to The Simpsonian Muse! This monthly Substack will include news about my writing and librarian life, an interview with a kidlit author, and more to inform and entertain you. Something for trav...

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I'll be signing my books, along with many other New England kidlit authors & illustrators, in Stamford on May 17. Join us!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Do you need a good #Mother'sDay gift? I will be signing my #picturebook, What Not to Give Your Mom on Mother's Day, along with my other books at the #ConnecticutBookFestivals pop-up store in the #WestbrookOutlets on Sunday afternoon, April 19. My books will also be on sale April 18.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

This Saturday & Sunday - Come to the #WestbrookOutlets to find the #ConnecticutBookFestivals pop-up store. My picture books will be in the Children's section both days, and I will be there on Sunday afternoon to sign them. Look for us in Unit E117. #Booksforallages #LocalAuthors

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

My picture books will be on sale at this 2-day event on April 18-19 at #WestbrookOutlets. I will be there on Sunday afternoon to sign them. There will be all genres of books for sale by #ConnecticutAuthors. Please look for the #CTBookFestivals in unit E117. See you there!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

I'm starting a Substack newsletter. Hopefully I will get the first post live in April or May. Each issue will include an interview with a kidlit author and some travel photos. If you are interested in subscribing (for free) let me know.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

I just registered for the New England SCBWI Conference on May 15-17. Will you be going, too? Let me know and maybe we can meet up.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Storybook Lady included Esther's Gragger in her list of 25 Perfect Purim Children's Books! storybooklady.net/childrens_bo...

Storybook Lady included Esther's Gragger in her list of 25 Perfect Purim Children's Books! https://storybooklady.net/childrens_books/perfect-purim-books-for-your-kids/

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

The Sydney Taylor Book Awards were announced during the ALA's Youth Media Awards press conference last month. Here's the official post from the Association of Jewish Libraries website: jewishlibraries.org/sydney_taylo... Congratulations to all the winners, honors, and notables!

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Sydney Taylor Book Award

Award Overview The Sydney Taylor Book Award is presented annually to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience. Presented by the Association of Je...

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

A Ring For a King: A Tale of King Solomon was featured in Betsy Bird's School Library Journal Fuse 8 end-of-year list for 2025 Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, and Religious Tales afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/14/3...

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31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, and Religious Tales

I mean, who doesn't love a good myth or legend?

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

A Ring For a King: A Tale of King Solomon was featured in Betsy Bird's School Library Journal Fuse 8 end-of-year list for 2025 Books with a Message (Social & Emotional Learning) afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/11/3...

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31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Books with a Message (Social & Emotional Learning)

These books have something to say to kids, and not only are they unafraid to say it, they do it in the best possible way.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Another reminder that I'll be at the Westbrook Outlets on December 20th selling my books. There will be lots of vendors, food, and family entertainment. Hope to see you there!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

My book, A Ring For a King: A Tale of King Solomon, is listed on the Jewish Books Council's website of books for Jewish Book Month. It's here, along with other great books for kids, on page 2 when you search under Genre for Children's books: www.jewishbookcouncil.org/books/search...

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Book Search

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

That's me at Friday's Hawk Ridge Winery event. Thanks to everyone who stopped by!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Three days until Authors Uncorked! Meet 50 Connecticut authors, shop for books and wine for the holidays. I'll be waiting for you at Table 6 in the Pavilion.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

What are you doing on October 17? Here's where I'll be.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Join me and other local authors on October 17 for the Hawk Ridge Winery "Authors Uncorked" event at 28 Plugins Rd, Watertown, CT. Food, wine, and BOOKS!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

My latest book was published in April. If you read and enjoyed it, please post a positive review on Amazon and Goodreads. Thanks!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

I haven't done a jigsaw puzzle in a while. Here's one of San Francisco I just completed.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

This Sunday, August 10, I'll be selling my books at the Shoreline Jewish Festival on the Guilford Town Green from noon to 5 pm. The event is free, and there will be music, food, all types of vendors, and activities for kids. A great time for the family! www.jewishshoreline.org

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Shoreline Jewish Festival - Jewishshoreline.org

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

I will be selling my books at the Shoreline Jewish Festival on the Guilford Town Green on Sunday August 10 from noon until 5 pm. Admission is free, and there will be lots of food, music, vendors and fun for kids. Here's the info: www.jewishshoreline.org/templates/se...

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Shoreline Jewish Festival - Jewishshoreline.org

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Once again, I'll be selling my books at the Shoreline Jewish Festival in Guilford, CT. This free event will be held on Sunday, August 10 from noon to 5 pm. It's always a great time with lots of vendors, music, food, and activities for kids. Here's the info: www.facebook.com/events/12586...

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19th Annual Shoreline Jewish Festival -- A celebration of Jewish life!

Event in Guilford, CT by Shoreline Jewish Festival and 3 others on Sunday, August 10 2025

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

This happens tomorrow, July 5th! I'll be selling & signing my new book, A Ring For a King, and my other picture books. Hope to see you there!

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

I didn't take a lot of photos at ALA this year, but Monday I just happened to walk by as Caroline Ward was snapping pix of people with Jerry Craft.

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MarthaKidLitAuthor @marthakidlitauthor.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

I didn't take a lot of photos at ALA this year, but Monday I just happened to walk by as Caroline Ward was snapping pix of people with Jerry Craft.

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