Two short articles in Jewish Home this week: on the appointment of new dean at Touro College LA and on the new KosherQuest app that helps access kashrus information on the go.

My novel, Swords and Scrolls, is almost ready to go to print! I received a proof, my daughters and I went through it, found some typos and the like, and sent in the corrections. IY”H will keep you posted. For now, here’s the blurb from the back cover:

It’s not easy being a teenager in Eretz Yisrael in the days of King Antiochus. Fifteen year old Elisha is curious about the mysterious new building in Yerushalayim, while his newly married cousin Rivka is suspicious of the changes that threaten to disturb her peaceful existence. Rumors abound that a large army is on its way. Will Rivka have the courage to stand up for her beliefs? Will Elisha win the battle raging in his soul?

Have a wonderful Shabbos and an easy and meaningful fast!