Biographies & Memoirs

  1. And Other Stories about Rav Yisrael Meir Hakohen Kagan, the Chafetz Chaim zt"l

    Even as a young child in Zhetel, his righteousness shone brightly. Everyone knew that this boy had an extraordinary neshamah, and that he was destined for greatness.

    But did any of the townspeople dream just how far little Yisrael Meir Hakohen Kagan would go; how he would change the Torah world with the sefarim that he wrote, the yeshivah that he led, and the example that he set?

    Yes, this boy with the shining middos and outstanding yiras Shamayim grew up to become the holy Chafetz Chaim, whose name and teachings are constantly on our lips almost 100 years later.

    In this book, you will read twenty-five remarkable stories about the greatness of the Chafetz  Chaim. Each story will astound you and inspire you to follow in this towering gadol's beautiful ways. Learn More

  2. And Other Stories About Maran Harav Moshe Feinstein Zt"l

    Reb Moshe Feinstein was greatness personified. He was a brilliant gaon in Torah and halachah; his hasmadah and love for Torah were mind-boggling; and his middos were golden. How lucky American Jewry was to merit having such a gadol in its midst!

    In The Light From America you will read twenty-five magnificent stories about the righteousness, wisdom, and sensitivity of Reb Moshe. Each one adds another stroke to the beautiful portrait of one of the greatest gedolei Yisrael of recent times. Learn More

  3. She loved all Jews.

    And they loved her.

    Now our children will learn to love her too.

    Welcome to Rebbetzin Batsheva Kanievsky's House Full of Love.

    Shmuel Blitz is the bestselling author of the ArtScroll Children's Siddur, ArtScroll Children's Haggadah, Children's Bedtime Stories, A House Full of Chesed, and more than 20 other popular children's books.

    Now, he introduces young readers to one of the most beloved figures of our time - Rebbetzin Batsheva Kanievsky. Our children (grandchildren too!) will love the stories about Rebbetzin Kanievsky's legendary devotion to Torah and her kindness to others, carefully chosen to interest and excite young readers. TheyÂ’ll love the beautiful full color illustrations by Lea Kron. And, especially, they will love Rebbetzin Batsheva - because they will feel her endless love for them! Learn More

  4. תולדות המשפיע ואיש המסירות נפש הרה"ח ר' משה וישצקי ע"ה, אשר פעל לחיזוק היהדות והחסידות, ברוסיה, אוקראינה וארץ הקודש

    הספר אשר לפניכם מתעד פרקי היסטוריה חסידיים מאלפים, בשפה קולחת ומותאמת לכל הגילאים. הספר אינו מהווה תיעוד היסטורי בלבד, אלא מלמד את הקורא על מסירות נפשם של חסידי ליובאוויטש ברחבי ברית המועצות, תוך התקשרות אמיתית לרבותינו נשיאינו לצד יצירת אווירה חסידית בקרב בני המשפחה והסובבים. בספר נחשף חומר היסטורי מורכב ורגיש ובו תיאור מלא מניסיון הבריחה החסידית מרוסיה לרומניה, המאסרים שבאו בעקבותיו והקשר שיצרו אנשי הק.ג.ב. בין ניסיון הבריחה לרומניה לבריחה הידועה דרך לבוב. Learn More

  5. Shmuel Blitz, author of the ArtScroll Children's Siddur, ArtScroll Children's Haggadah, Children's Bedtime Stories, and more than 20 other bestsellers, invites all children (and adults) to join him in a house brimming with love, caring -- and amazing chesed. Welcome to the Machlis home.

    Who was Rebbetzin Henny Machlis?

    • She and her family hosted more than 100 guests in their small apartment, every single Shabbos!
    • She had absolute trust in Hashem, no matter what was happening.
    • She always saw the good in everyone. Even the child who brought home a horrible report card!
    • She loved every single Jew. She loved Torah. She loved Hashem. And she showed that love, every single day, in so many unusual ways.

    A House Full of Chesed brings us many engaging, kid-friendly stories, each with its own charming and fun illustration beautifully drawn by the talented Lea Kron. Bring the kids into the Machlis home, and prepare for an unforgettable experience. And discover how each of us can become just like Henny Machlis! Learn More

  6. The story of Reb Mendel Futerfas. The Jews he helped escape Russia, and his many years of imprisonment in Siberia.

    This book combines drama, suspense and humor together with important chassidic-educational lessons. Read this story for an unforgettable exciting experience!! Learn More

  7. The story of Rabbi A.Y. Blumenthal, father of the Zion Orphanage

    During World War I, so many children in Jerusalem were orphaned that a new home had to be created for them. Rabbi Avraham Y. Blumenthal created that home. It was called the Zion Orphanage. Rabbi Blumenthal became the children’s father. He cared for them day and night. He saved them from starvation and taught them to be good Jews. This is his story. It is the story of a man who became a father to hundreds. Learn More

  8. The Spiritual Journey Of A NASA Scientist Learn More
  9. קורות חייה של הרבנית הצדקנית מרת חיה מושקא ע"ה, ילדותה בצל אביה הרבי הריי"צ, המאסר והגאולה, החתונה הגדולה, הבריחה מצפרני הנאצים וקורות חייה בתקופת ה"נשיאות" בספר קומיקס מרהיב עין. פורמט גדול Learn More

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