Author! Author! is a monthly-ish roundup of new books by Bay Area Jews.
Ruth Wiseman has been writing stories since she was a child. Now the Berkeley resident has written her first children’s book, “How the Moon Became Dim.” It is based on the talmudic tale of creation and is beautifully illustrated by Clinton G. Bowers.
The Jewish Book Council recently reviewed her book in glowing terms, noting: “With deep, rich, jewel-toned art which seems to cast a glow of its own accompanying the text of this empowering tale, the author and illustrator present a story which will help every child see that he or she has a vital place in the scheme of life, discouraging envy and encouraging confidence and high morale.”
The book is recommended for children ages 3 to 7.
Wiseman, a Berkeley High graduate and UC Davis alumna who works at Oakland Hebrew Day School, launched her book at a party and signing in May at Afikomen Judaica in Berkeley.
“How the Moon Became Dim” by Ruth Wiseman (24 pages, Saturn’s Moon Press)
A part-time Berkeley resident, writer of nonfiction books and founder of The Threepenny Review, Lesser explores the man and his work in “You Say To Brick: The Life of Louis Kahn.” Among his greatest works are public buildings such as libraries, art museums and government centers, as well as houses of worship. One of his signature achievements is the Salk Institute in La Jolla.