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As PJ Library celebrates its 20th year, join the Diverse Jewish Books podcast in conversation with Alisa Koyrakh, PJ Library’s Director of Books.

Alisa delves into the evolution of PJ Library, a program distributing free Jewish children’s books to 650,000 families each month. She shares her rich background in publishing, nonprofit work, and teaching, and offers insights into what makes a great PJ Library book. Learn about the submission process for authors, what stories PJ Library is looking for, and trends in Jewish children's literature. Discover PJ Library’s vision and efforts to ensure every Jewish child feels seen and celebrated.

00:00 Welcome to the Diverse Jewish Books Podcast
00:40 Meet Alisa: Director of Books for PJ Library
02:15 What is PJ Library?
03:44 The Essence of a PJ Library Book
05:19 Age-Appropriate Content
09:22 Submission Process for PJ Library
16:05 Diverse and Inclusive Jewish Stories
27:05 Future Trends in Jewish Children's Literature
31:10 Cultural Sensitivity and Authenticity in PJ Library
35:26 Final Thoughts and Favorite Picks

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