Eric A. Kimmel

Message From Eric

The Association of Jewish Libraries is sponsoring a terrific blog tour with the winners, runners-up, and notable books of the Sydney Taylor Awards. The writers and artists respond to insightful questions about their work. I’m happy to be one of the folks on the tour. Jewish or not, if you love books, don’t miss this trip. Click on the LINK.

Bon voyage!

Medio Pollito

Are you in the mood for a story?

Visit the Hear A Story page to hear me reading Medio Pollito, my newest book.

The Story of Esther

Esther wins the royal beauty contest and becomes Queen of Persia. But will that be enough to help her save her people from wicked Haman?

Check this story out and more at Eric’s Books!

Joha Makes a Wish

On his way to Baghdad, Joha discovers a magical wishing stick buried in an ancient wall. He tries it out, only to find that he gets the opposite of what he wished for. His upside-down wishes get him into serious trouble. Will Joha be able to set things right once he holds the stick the right way? And what is he going to do about the sultan’s nose?

The Magic Hour

Authors have mixed feelings about reviews. A good one can make you feel as if you’re on top of the world. A bad one ruins your day. At least, that’s how it is when you’re starting out and trying to

Blowin’ In The Wind

Something happened to me today that made me shiver. Every now and then I’ll get a postcard from the universe; a subtle hint of where things are going. I didn’t like this one at all. I just got back from

H-i-s-s-s-s-s!

Those of you who have been following my blog for a few years may remember my postings about a book I was writing. At the time the book was called Omar’s Snake or The Snake. I forget which came first.

All Things Must Pass

I read an article in this Sunday’s NY Times about a glitch at Vassar’s admissions website. Here’s the LINK if you’d like to read it yourself. Apparently, acceptance notices were posted online. Students could visit the website to find out