
Monday, November 5, 2007
New Rabbinic Festivals and Fast Days Volume from Daily Dose of Torah - Series Two!

Sefer Mishlei - Book of Proverbs - Is Now Complete! Volume Two Released!

The result is here, in this magnificent volume, by two consummate scholars and teachers who faithfully communicate the wisdom of the wisest of men, as understood by the classic commentators.
This new volume includes a broad and brilliant treatment of Eishes Chayil - Solomon's tribute to the jewish wife and mother.
Since volume 1 appeared several years ago, the public has clamored for volume 2. Here it is! If you have volume 1, you'll welcome this one. If you don't - get both volumes without delay.
From the author of Uninterrupted Journey, a new novel about good people in conflict!

Despite great acts of kindness, alternating with cold acts of neglect, nothing changes the Brecher's obdurate resistance to the young family's plea for consent. The neighbors weigh in and the situation escalates into a war of words and ill-will.
The Brecher's never disclose the reasons for their strange refusal, even during the waning months of their lives. After her husband's death, Mrs. Brecher entrusts a diary to Tzippy Greenwald. This moving document will eventually become instrumental in changing perceptions, and will be a key to solve much that had previously appeared puzzling and incomprehensible. Subtle, absorbing, and replete with surprises, One Flight Up is more than just "a great read." It's a novel that delivers a story line that leaves the reader guessing until the last chapter.
Monday, September 3, 2007
Way Beyond Borscht - But We've Got Borscht Too!

Over 230,000 copies of the Kosher by Design series of cookbooks have found their way into kitchens across the Jewish world. Each of the four books contains fabulous recipes you’ll love to make for Rosh Hashanah. Home cooks will be delighted to know that author Susie Fishbein is planning to release a Pesach-friendly collection of old and new recipes in the early spring.

Those who savor the traditional foods of the Alter Heim will love A Taste of Nostaglia by Rabbi Abraham Twerski and Mrs. Judi Dick, featuring authentic recipes and memorable stories that nourish body and soul.
Divrei Torah from HaRav Henoch Leibowitz

Aish.com Reviews Conversations With Yourself; JWR features Audio Excerpts
Also, JewishWorldReview.com is featuring audio excerpts from Conversations With Yourself each weekday. These 3-5 minute segments offer insight and inspiration and have motivated many people to acquire the book for themselves and others! You can access the audio archive for Conversations With Yourself HERE.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Holy Woman Author Publishes New Book This Week!
Eighteen months ago, who could have predicted that Sara Yoheved Rigler’s book Holy Woman would become the second bestselling biography in ArtScroll’s history? Many readers have declared it to be one of the most important mussar books they’ve ever read. A leading Lakewood Rosh Yeshivah urged all of his married students to buy the book -- not for their wives, but for themselves to read! In time for the reflective month of Elul, ArtScroll is releasing Sara Rigler’s new book, Lights from Jerusalem: reflections on growth in the Holy City. Comprising over 50 thought-provoking essays, Rigler’s work demonstrates a depth and breadth of practical Torah perspective, while speaking to the heart of many contemporary concerns. Much of the content from Lights from Jerusalem was originally featured on Aish.com, the mega-site of Aish HaTorah which receives over two millions visitors monthly.
Learning Shevi’is in Advance of Shemitta Year
This Elul culminates with the onset of a Shemittah year in Eretz Yisrael. In preparation for observing its Torah-mandated agricultural laws, tens of thousands of Jews -- especially in Israel -- are studying the laws of Shemittah, just as it is a universal practice to study the laws pertaining to a Jewish holiday thirty days prior to its arrival. The primary Talmudic source of these complex laws is Tractate Shev'is in the Tamud Yerushalmi -- which has been a problem for centuries, due to the great difficulty of, and shortage of commentaries on Yerushalmi. Thus it has been nearly impossible for most Jews to study the source of the laws. They have been linguistically locked out -- until this year.For the first time in history, the Torah public has in-depth access to . Both volumes of the English elucidation of Shevi’is are available in Judaica bookstores nationwide. Volume 1 of the Hebrew edition is also in print, with Volume 2 scheduled for release next month.
In addition, the Hebrew language Ryzman Edition of Mishnah Shevi’is is available to study the tractate solely from the Mishnah. This edition includes the commentary of R’ Ovadiah of Bertinoro [the “Rav.”] The anthologized commentary, edited by Rabbi Pesach Goldman, was composed in consultation with Jerusalem’s famed Kollel for Agricultural Halachah, directed by Rabbi Yosef Efrati and guided by Maran Rabbi Yosef Shalom Eliashiv shlit”a. And, of course, the English-language Mishnah Shevi'is is available, as well.
Monday, August 6, 2007
Talking to Yourself? Here’s How!
In the Introduction of his latest book Conversations With Yourself, Rabbi Zelig Pliskin enthuses, “The quality of your life is the quality of your on-going self-talk!" Throughout the book, Rabbi Pliskin guides the reader to become aware of mental chatter and to transform it into a steady stream of purposeful thought. After the first three chapters, readers may sense themselves achieving an inner strength previously unrealized. Drawing on the wisdom of the Jewish sages, his personal humor, and experiences common to all, Rabbi Pliskin details how anyone can shift habituated negative self-talk into a positive inner dialogue. Rabbi Pliskin adds, “We were all taught to speak appropriately to rebbes, teachers, parents, and even our siblings. But taught us how to speak appropriately to ourselves? Now we can remedy that!” The book releases to Judaica stores this week. To read a short review of Conversations With Yourself, click HERE.
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Students Leaving to Israel for the Year?
New and returning students to Eretz Yisrael for the approaching year will welcome a set of essential ArtScroll books. With so many of ArtScroll’s volumes now available in travel and pocket size editions, students appreciate the peace of mind that comes from having everything needed before departure.Here’s a list of suggested ArtScroll resources for your traveling son or daughter, all available in a travel friendly pocket size edition. (Note: ArtScroll recently published the popular Ner Naftali siddur which is widely used throughout Israel. Also, hardback and soft back Siddurim and Machzorim are available in nusach Sefard and Ashkenaz.)
Travel size volumes:
• Stone Tanach • Five Megillos • Chumash with Rashi • Tehillim • Interlinear Tehillim • Complete Siddur • Interlinear Siddur • Women’s Siddur • Ner Naftali Siddur (for Israel) • Machzorim • Chofetz Chaim Lesson A Day • Perek Shirah • Pirkei Avos • Mishna • Gemara (Travel edition) • Daily Dose of Torah
Thursday, July 12, 2007
A Jerusalem Prescription for Elul -
Ascending Jacob's Ladder is a profound volume examining deeper aspects of ruchniyus in relation to the Jewish holidays and Jewish life. Author Rabbi Yaakov Moshe Hillel, Rosh Yeshivah of Jerusalem's Yeshivat Ahavat Shalom, is a renowned Kabbalist and an eloquent writer and teacher. He draws from Torah, Midrash, Mussar, and Kabbalah sources to create an extraordinary spiritual journey through this world and into the next. His commentary on Elul is particularly noteworthy as a personal preparation for the Days of Awe. Written on a popular level, Ascending Jacob's Ladder explores the fundamentals of Jewish life, including Shabbos, the Festivals, prayer, teshuvah, Torah study, the Jewish home and the wisdom of Kabbalah. Yevamos 3 Hebrew Edition On the Way

Gemara on the Go -

Thursday, July 5, 2007
The Book that Can’t Be Bought -

Each year, just before Rosh Hashanah, the Mesorah Heritage Foundation publishes the Heritage Desk Diary, a popular volume which cannot be purchased in any bookstore. The Diary includes such useful and valued information as a sixteen-month weekly planner, a nine-year Jewish holiday schedule, sidebars highlighting special prayers for special occasions, candle lighting times for over 100 US and world cities, schedules for Daf HaYomi and Mishna Yomi schedule, weekly insights from classic and contemporary Torah Sages, and information about the festivals. There’s plenty of room, as well, for managing the personal or business details of one’s busy life.The Heritage Desk Diary is not for commercial sale. It is available as a thank you gift for supporting the advance of Torah literacy through the Mesorah Heritage Foundation. For a contribution of $36 or more, you will receive the beautiful, hardbound sixteen-month Desk Diary. For a contribution of $18, you will receive the pocket edition of the twelve-month Heritage Personal Planner. Rabbi Nosson Scherman comments, “The insights and information in these diaries have inspired quite a few people to enroll their children in Jewish day schools.”
The Mesorah Heritage Foundation has recruited over 100 scholars in America, Europe and Israel to produce an English-language Torah literature that will endure for generations. Three major projects are currently underway: the Schottenstein Edition of the Jerusalem Talmud in English and Hebrew, the Ramban on Chumash, and the Kleinman Edition of Limud Yomi – A Daily Dose of Torah. In the foreseeable future, the Foundation plans to launch an English language elucidation of Midrash Rabbah. Anyone desiring to support the Foundation’s vital research work can contact its office at 1-718-921-9000.
Visit Eastern Europe without Leaving Home –

Monday, July 2, 2007
From the (E)-Mail Bag:
YS of Far Rockaway NY asks, “What’s the best ArtScroll book to give my co-worker who wants to learn more about Judaism?” Three Weeks – Nine Days – One Purpose –

This week’s fast of Shivah Asar b’Tammuz signals the onset of the Three Weeks, a time to remember tragedy and exile, but also for personal reflection and rectification. Many ArtScroll volumes strengthen that spiritual and moral aspiration.
One of the earliest (1976), authored by Rabbi Meir Zlotowitz and Rabbi Nosson Scherman, is Megillas Eichah, with an anthologized commentary that elucidates Yirmiyahu Hanavi’s lamentations on the Churban. Subsequently (1992), ArtScroll published Tishah B’Av, which incorporates Tishah B’Av sources, a digest of the laws, the history of the period from Tanach and Chazal, and much inspirational commentary on the day. Many readers say this book helps them prepare not only for the Three Weeks, but for the month of Elul and the Yamim Noraim.
Tractate Gittin vol.2 (55b-58a), in the Schottenstein Edition, elucidates the passages detailing the tragedies of the Churban. On Tishah B’Av many learn the Book of the Iyov/Job. Last year (2006), ArtScroll published Rav Schwab on Iyov, in which Rav Shimon Schwab zt”l brilliantly illuminates the profound messages of this very difficult book of Jewish scripture.
For the Tishah B’Av service, ArtScroll offers a complete siddur, available in Ashkenaz and Sefard versions, which includes the Kinnos, with translation and commentary by Rabbi Avrohom Chaim Feuer and Rabbi Avie Gold. This work makes it possible for everyone to understand the very difficult and very moving Kinnos.
To help children grasp the message of the Three Weeks, Yaffa Ganz created Tishah B’Av with Bina, Benny, and Chaggai Yonah. Engagingly and enjoyably, it teaches the major historical themes of the Three Weeks. May this year bring the fulfillment of the prophecy that these days will be transformed from sadness to joy.First Printing of Reb Chatzkel Nearly Sold Out!
Friday, June 22, 2007
A Daily Dose of Torah Vol 11 Released

The Kleinman Edition of A Daily Dose of Torah has become a systematic, 18-minute a day program for thousands of Torah learners. Offering a daily six-part focus on Torah, Mishnah, Gemara, halacha, mussar, and tefilah, the Daily Dose series nears conclusion with the release this week of Vol. 11, covering the four weeks of Parshiyos Mattos through Va’Eschanan. Plans are in motion to reissue the 14 volumes as a specially boxed set in time for Parashas Bereishis.
Rav Lau on Pirke Avos Set Completed

The long-awaited third and final volume of Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau’s comprehensive commentary on Pirke Avos (the Ethics of the Fathers) is ready to ship to a Judaica store near you. A rich and eloquent exposition of the fifth and sixth perakim, this third volume is brimming with insights, history, anecdotes, and wise principles for character development. One of the youngest survivors of the Buchenwald death camp, Rav Lau grew up under the influence of great Torah leaders. A renowned teacher of Torah, Rav Lau is the former Chief Rabbi of Israel. He is currently the Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv. A profound work by a world-class teacher, the completed set of Rav Lau on Pirke Avos is sure to become a classic.
Monday, June 18, 2007
ArtScroll Adds Live Help and Call Back Option to Online Customer Service
You're under pressure. You've got 10 minutes to order a bar mitzvah gift online before leaving for an important business lunch. But after wading through eight web pages of books, you haven't a clue what to get. Suddenly, an IM (instant message) pops up on your screen: Hello, my name is Goldy. How can I help you? With a few key strokes and links, Goldy guides you to a wonderful selection you hadn't thought of. You choose the best shipping option, which will include a personal Mazel Tov card from you, and the transaction concludes. You're off to lunch and the Bar Mitzvah package is already being processed through the shipping department. Welcome to ArtScroll's new online Live Help!More Straight Talking Advice from Rabbi Abraham Twerski
There's something about a newspaper advice column that fascinates readers and keeps them coming back for more. Rabbi Abraham Twerski's popular weekly column in Hamodia, Seeking Solutions, is no exception. People love it. Not one to miss a publishable opportunity, Rabbi Twerski gathered up a number of his favorites reponses to readers' questions which ArtScroll published last summer as Dear Rabbi, Dear Doctor: The renowned rabbi-psychiatrist gives straight answers to tough questions The content proved to be so popular in book form that ArtScroll decided to release Dear Rabbi, Dear Doctor 2, a second volume with all new content - including some that was never published. Fresh off the bindery assembly, Dear Rabbi Dear Doctor 2 is on its way to a Judaica bookstore near you - or you can order it right now at 20% off during the annual BookWeek Sale, going on now until June 25.
Rabbi Twerski has authored over 50 books during his professional career as a renowed therapist and addictions specialist. A descendant of an illustrious chassidic dynasty, Rabbi Twerski has written 29 of his books with ArtScroll, a complete list of which is available here.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
The Ultimate Way to Keep Foods Warm on Shabbos
There's more to ArtScroll.com than books, audio, and software. Here's a state-of-the-art kitchen product we found that is purely life-enhancing. Now you can keep prepared foods warm on Shabbos without overheating the kitchen! This deluxe glass-top warming tray is easy to use, easy to clean, and easy to store.Sturdy aluminum side carry handles
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Variable temperature control dial with removable knob- minimum 110°F, maximum 230°F

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This new product is ready for shipping the week of June 19. Order now and get free shipping. For details, click HERE.
This product is not intended for cooking. The laws of preparing and heating food for use on Shabbos are very complex. Our best-selling title, The Shabbos Kitchen, discusses many of these laws. However, please consult your Rabbi about how to use this product properly on Shabbos.
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Breakthrough New Halachic Series for Daily Living -
Rabbi Simcha Bunim Cohen’s popular books on the laws of Shabbos and Yom Tov have clarified complex questions of halachah for tens of thousands of Jewish homes worldwide. Last week, ArtScroll published the first volume in Rabbi Cohen’s much-anticipated new series on the Laws of Daily Living. Heralded as a “Kitzur Shulchan Aruch for our time”, this comprehensive volume provides a clearly delineated halachic guide which examines: Morning Routines, Preparations for Prayers, Tallis, Tefillin, the Berachos, Amen, and Pesukei Dezimrah. Dedicated by the Taub family of Lawrence NY, this significant new text is already generating strong and positive feedback from scholars and lay readers.
Just in Time for the Year of Shemittah
Talmud Yerushalmi: the next frontier
The monumental fifteen-year, 73-volume Schottenstein English Edition of the Talmud Bavli was completed in March 2005, but that was only the stimulus for a new beginning. Work was already underway on an unprecedented new project: the Schottenstein Edition of Talmud Yerushalmi, in Hebrew and English. For over 1600 years, the Yerushalmi has been a sealed treasure to all but the most outstanding Torah scholars. The editors of ArtScroll felt that they should undertake the same sort of commentary to Yerushalmi that they had done to the Bavli. Life Is A Test Going International

"Holy Woman" on Tour


