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– October 5, 2011
Animation executive Carin Davis springboards her witty singles column from The Jewish Journal of Los Angeles to fill a light-hearted advice book that would most appeal to those interested in modern observance (those who know there’s a kosher food section in Trader Joe’s) and marrying Jewish, than to the growing numbers who explore Judaism from a more secular cultural lens. Chapters includes a survival guide to fasting on Yom Kipper, Shabbat in Chanel and a slightly worrisomely titled, Heebonics Glossary. One of the more appealing aspects of the book is a single girls’ Kosher recipe index Helen Gurley Brown would smile upon, including Easy-Bake Challah, Couch Potato Latkes, and Matzah Lasagna. A quick humorous read with crossover chick lit appeal.
Laurie Gwen Shapiro is a director and producer. She is also the author of ALA Notable Book The Unexpected Salami and The Matzo Ball Heiress and other books for adults. She has also written two books for young adults, most recently for Random House. Shapiro is also a winner of an Independent Spirit Award for co-directing the IFC documentary Keep the River on Your Right. She is currently working on YA novel The O’Leary Bat Mitzvah, and producing a documentary about Iggy Pop. LaurieGwenShapiro.com