Miriam at the River

Illustrated by Khoa Lee

Kar-Ben Publishing (February 4, 2020)

ISBN-10: 1541544005

ISBN-13: 978-1541544000

MIRIAM AT THE RIVER is based on the Biblical story of Moses’ sister, a seer in her own right, who saved her baby brother by putting him in a woven basket and sending it into the Nile River, where she watches over it until it is pulled out by the pharaoh’s daughter who raises him as a prince of Egypt.

Ah–those of you who know my work well will say, “Didn’t you already write a book about her?” Yes, and no. It was a movie tie-in with the Spielberg animated movie “Prince of Egypt” but the focus there was on Moses, as was the movie. This book is absolutely about Miriam, a gifted seeress herself. The story is lyrical and elevated because–well, one has to match the lyricism of the Bible, yes? It is the story of a child’s heroism. Much back matter of course. The Jewish publisher, Kar Ben, chose a wonderful illustrator whose work I hadn’t known before who’s paintings flow like the Nile itself.

What reviewers have said:

“Luxuriant visuals and rhythmic, emotionally intense language. “―Publishers Weekly
“This biblical tale is filled with wonder, hope, and beauty.”―Kirkus Reviews