BOOKS & COMICS
Upcoming & Published
Before I knew I wanted to be a filmmaker, I wrote stories. As far back as second grade, I remember writing longhand in a spiral-bound notebook, then reading my work to my classmates.
Film soon entered my life and became my dominant medium, but - perhaps inevitably - I eventually returned to telling stories on the page.
Festival of Forgotten Tales: Tale #2
THE TOMB OF THE BROKEN AMULET
All-Ages Horror Comic Book
April 7, 2025
Now available here.
Also available as an e-book on Amazon.com.
Four siblings find an ancient tomb in the Judean Desert, and accidentally awaken a guardian mummy whose missing amulet holds the key to their survival -- and a lesson about loss, hope and redemption. When Reuven, Sol, Benny and Dinah bike into a desert wadi, they expect sun, sand, and maybe a little mischief-not an ancient tomb, a broken amulet, and a full-blown mummy chase! After they stumble into a long-lost burial chamber and accidentally wake the mummy, the kids find themselves in a wild race to escape. Along the way, they dodge traps, outwit ancient magic, and discover the key to healing their own broken hearts.
The Tomb of the Broken Amulet is an action-packed, heartwarming adventure about family, resilience, and finding hope in unexpected places.
THE BEAST AND THE BOOTH
Festival of Forgotten Tales: Tale #1
All-Ages Horror Comic Book
November 10, 2024
Now available here.
Also available as an e-book on Amazon.com.
The Beast and the Booth is a thrilling single-issue comic book that weaves together a Jewish tale of faith and family with a supernatural monster story. Written by Arnon Z. Shorr and brought to life with stunning illustrations by Joshua Edelglass, and vibrant colors by Aljoša Tomić (the team behind last year's Brother's Keeper), this all-ages comic offers a fresh, culturally-rich take on the werewolf genre. Set during the holiday of Sukkot, the story follows Sarah, a 14-year-old girl who befriends a boy with a terrifying secret. When the sun sets and the full moon rises, Sarah must confront the beast that lurks beyond the sukkah. Perfect for fans of classic monster stories and for those seeking a unique twist on Jewish folklore, The Beast and the Booth is a captivating one-shot you won’t want to miss!
WAYFARERS
Dystopian Adventure Novel,
First published weekly through Amazon's Kindle Vella
2023-2024
Now available in paperback, hardcover and e-book.
Also available from these fine booksellers.
"Wayfarers" is a gripping tale of survival, faith, and the enduring power of heritage in the face of relentless oppression.
In a post-apocalyptic wasteland ruled by the totalitarian New Dominion, religion is forbidden. Abe Katz, a resourceful and skeptical fugitive, joins a group of Jewish refugees led by the tough and charismatic Rabbi Moshe. They embark on a perilous journey to reach the coast, where a freighter awaits to take them to safety. Along the way, they face treacherous landscapes, relentless pursuit by a ruthless Senator, and internal conflicts about faith and survival.
Moshe carries a digital archive called "the Ark," containing thousands of years of Jewish tradition, and urges Abe to preserve their cultural heritage. Initially reluctant, Abe must navigate his evolving role as a leader and protector of his people's history. As the refugees forge uneasy alliances with other persecuted groups, they face increasing threats not only to their lives but also to their cultural identity.
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Brother's Keeper
Single-Issue Comic Book, OxRock Productions, 2023
Illustrated by Joshua M. Edelglass
Colors by Aljoša Tomić
Available from the Publisher
Amazon.com (US & Global)
A dramatic retelling of my grandfather's harrowing story from Israel's 1948 War of Independence.
Teachers and educators can submit their email address below to receive a free educator's guide to help incorporate Brother's Keeper into lessons on Israel and the War of Independence
JOSÉ AND THE PIRATE CAPTAIN TOLEDANO
Graphic Novel - Kar-Ben Publishing, 2022
Illustrated by Joshua Edelglass
Available from the Publisher
JewCE Awards 2023 - FINALIST - Historical Narrative
A dramatic expansion of the story I first told in a short film, this middle-grade graphic novel follows José, a young refugee from the Spanish Inquisition, who falls in with the mysterious Pirate Captain Toledano.
Nominee: JewCie Award in Historical Narrative from the Jewish Comics Experience, 2023
Winner of the PJ Our Way Author Incentive Award from the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.
"José and the Pirate Captain Toledano"
is available at many online retailers in the US and around the world.
It is also available directly from the publisher's website.
Here is a partial list of places where you can order copies:
(list is updated periodically)
Where to Buy
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Amazon.com (affilliate link)
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Bookshop.org (support your local bookstore!)
Comic Book Series - Originally published by Maggid Comics, an imprint of Source Point Press, 2022-2023
Illustrated by Kat Baumann
Colors by Kat Baumann (ashcan), Alex Zeif (Issues 1-4)
Letters by Dave Lentz
Covers by Kat Baumann, Malia Ewart, Scotty Schlueter, Olivia Rock
Individual Issues available here!
A "Special Edition" graphic novel with bonus content is now available on Amazon.com.
Look for the trade paperback graphic novel from Source Point Press in late 2024!
JewCE Awards 2024 - FINALIST - Jewish Tradition & Folklore
JewCE Awards 2024 - FINALIST - Narrative Fiction
JewCE Awards 2024 - FINALIST - Author of the Year
Action and mystery abound as Professor Ben Mortara embarks on yet another globe-trotting archaeological adventure! In this issue, Ben is presented with a career-defining opportunity to solve the mystery of the Map of Solomon – a magical map that reveals the location of a powerful treasure. Ben is accompanied by Salman, his mysterious benefactor's trusty and resourceful assistant. Together, they explore ancient palaces and secret chambers in search of the map, staying one step ahead of the many forces that seek the treasure (and its power) for themselves.
Sample Pages
Original Issues 1-4 of "Ben Mortara and the Thieves of the Golden Table"
are rare and can be hard to find. Ask your local comics shop!
If they are in stock, they may also be ordered directly from the author's web store.
Special OxRock Editions of issues #1-4 can be ordered here. These include some new back-matter material from the author that is not included in the original issues.
The Ben Mortara Graphic Novel is available on Amazon in hardcover, paperback and e-book.
The Special Edition graphic novel, with bonus material from the author, illustrator and colorist, is available on Amazon in hardcover, paperback and e-book.