The Festival of Lights – Paperback Editions

The Festival of Lights

16 Hanukkah Stories

The Festival of Lights – Paperback Editions

Celebrate Hanukkah with a diverse collection of poems and stories filled with history, humor, and hope. Cheer on a young baker as he tries to make sufganiyot from a family recipe. Learn about code breakers in England during World War II. Imagine hosting a refugee cousin or finding long-lost relatives. In this anthology, characters make discoveries, connect with family and friends, and mourn loved ones. Encompassing a range of genres and experiences, there’s something for readers of all faiths in the illuminating pages of The Festival of Lights.

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  • 288 Pages
  • 5.5" x 8"
  • 9780807531211
  • September 2024

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  • 288 Pages
  • 5.5" x 8"
  • 9780807531204
  • September 2025

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  • 9780807531228
  • September 2024

Reviews

  • This beautiful anthology of Jewish tradition that emphasizes empathy, small kindnesses, and hope is the perfect read for all students.

    - School Library Journal starred review

  • …showcase[s] stories that use Hanukkah as the setting, not the raison d’être.

    - Publishers Weekly

  • Sixteen acclaimed authors offer their varied perspectives on this joyous holiday of light and miracles. The common thread weaving through the entries is the celebration of Jewish religious and cultural traditions.

    - Kirkus

  • This Hanukkah anthology offers a vibrant collection of stories that illuminate Jewish culture and traditions surrounding the Festival of Lights.

    - AJL News + Reviews