Monthly Archives: July 2009

The Jewish Week In Review

Steven I. Weiss reports:

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The Crisis

I sat around tonight with a friend and did writing exercises. Here’s mine: Was there an unexpected event that forced you into a crisis? In February of 1988, I woke up one morning to the biggest crisis of my life. … Continue reading

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Author Matthew Randazzo

He emails: To everyone interested in my career, I have been waiting a very long time to announce this new book deal. I have just been signed along with Mafia icon and Howard Stern regular Johnny Fratto for the debut … Continue reading

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Lukeland

Bob emails: "I’m watching this Michael Jackson will fiasco and I’m hoping your will is in order. I would hate to see your various lovers and family members squabbling over your fortune when you pass." Fred emails: I’m afraid that … Continue reading

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A Pilgrimage of Passion: The Life of Wilfrid Scawen Blunt

I’m reading an essay by the author Elizabeth Longford about her writing up the life of poet Wilfrid Scawen Blunt. She was all hot and bothered by Blunt’s voracious sexuality. She writes: …But I have to admit to a moment … Continue reading

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