Mendel’s Hanukkah Mess Up

Mendel in the Wall Street Journal

“A tale of affectionate ineptitude!” Such a fun review of Mendel’s Hanukkah Mess Up in the Wall Street Journal!

Jewish Link features Chana & Larry’s new books

Great feature about Chana and Larry Stiefel in the Jewish Link.

Jewish Standard interview with Chana & Larry

Larry and Chana Stiefel featured in the Jewish Standard about their latest books.

Baltimore Jewish Times interview

The story behind MENDEL and other new Jewish books in the Baltimore Jewish Times.

Hadassah Magazine’s list of Best Hanukkah Books for Kids!

Mendel’s Hanukkah Mess Up was included in Hadassah Magazine’s list of Best Hanukkah Books for Kids!

MENDEL on SLJ’s Hanukkah Books for Young Readers

What fun to see MENDEL (with a star!) in such great company! “This fun, unique Hanukkah story is one that stands out. A must-purchase for holiday collections.” Read the SLJ article here.

SLJ Starred Review for Mendel’s Hanukkah Mess Up

“This fun, unique Hanukkah story is one that stands out. A must-purchase for holiday collections.”—School Library Journal STARRED Review for Mendel’s Hanukkah Mess Up

Read the full review here.

Pre-Order New Books

MENDEL’S HANUKKAH MESS UP (Kalaniot, 9-6-22) & THE TOWER OF LIFE (Scholastic, 10-4-22) are both available for pre-order. Check them at Bookshop.org.

Mendel’s Hanukkah Mess Up

We’ve got news! My hubby & I wrote a book! Can’t wait for you to meet Mendel. Coming from Kalaniot, Fall 2022!