Erika Dreifus
@erikadreifus.bsky.social
Reader/Writer/Teacher. Author of QUIET AMERICANS: STORIES & BIRTHRIGHT: POEMS. Focusing (mostly) on matters bookish and/or #Jewish. linktr.ee/erikadreifus
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Erika Dreifus
@erikadreifus.bsky.social
· Oct 13
As the Hostages & Missing Families forum has explained elsewhere, the illuminated BRING THEM HOME sign at Habima Square has been replaced by one that says WELCOME BACK HOME instead. "But those words will carry true meaning only when all the hostages return home. All 48. We’re leaving no one behind."
ICYMI yesterday:
By this time next week, the December newsletter will have gone out, free and in its entirety, to all subscribers. But for now, here's one last batch of weekly opportunity updates. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/mark...
Markets and Jobs for Writers - Erika Dreifus
For the final Monday in November--a weekly opportunities update.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:35 PM
ICYMI yesterday:
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November 24, 2025 at 10:44 PM
By this time next week, the December newsletter will have gone out, free and in its entirety, to all subscribers. But for now, here's one last batch of weekly opportunity updates. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/mark...
Markets and Jobs for Writers - Erika Dreifus
For the final Monday in November--a weekly opportunities update.
www.erikadreifus.com
November 24, 2025 at 11:50 PM
A true #JewishBookMonth100 gift! These three panels are free and open to the public (and starting SOON!). docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
As a special treat we have three incredible panels open to the public on Monday afternoon. Swipe through to check them out. Click below to sign up for this weekend's events! bit.ly/49qNJz7
November 24, 2025 at 4:45 PM
A true #JewishBookMonth100 gift! These three panels are free and open to the public (and starting SOON!). docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#LetThemAllGoNow
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
November 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM
#LetThemAllGoNow
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
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Except, of course, it’s *not* all he can say.
Cassidy could concede publicly that confirming Kennedy was a tragic mistake. He could call for RFK Jr's resignation. He could schedule hearings, haul the secretary to Capitol Hill, and demand the CDC’s public resources reflect the scientific cannon.
Cassidy could concede publicly that confirming Kennedy was a tragic mistake. He could call for RFK Jr's resignation. He could schedule hearings, haul the secretary to Capitol Hill, and demand the CDC’s public resources reflect the scientific cannon.
TAPPER: You were the deciding vote that allowed RFK Jr to ascend to the role of Health Secretary. Did you give him too much credit?
CASSIDY: The fact is the scientific community agrees that vaccines are safe. That's all I can say.
CASSIDY: The fact is the scientific community agrees that vaccines are safe. That's all I can say.
November 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Except, of course, it’s *not* all he can say.
Cassidy could concede publicly that confirming Kennedy was a tragic mistake. He could call for RFK Jr's resignation. He could schedule hearings, haul the secretary to Capitol Hill, and demand the CDC’s public resources reflect the scientific cannon.
Cassidy could concede publicly that confirming Kennedy was a tragic mistake. He could call for RFK Jr's resignation. He could schedule hearings, haul the secretary to Capitol Hill, and demand the CDC’s public resources reflect the scientific cannon.
I appreciated the “Publishing Diary” that was shared today, and I look forward to reading more—please take up Janelle Drumwright’s invitation! janelledrumwright.substack.com/p/publishing...
November 23, 2025 at 5:55 PM
I appreciated the “Publishing Diary” that was shared today, and I look forward to reading more—please take up Janelle Drumwright’s invitation! janelledrumwright.substack.com/p/publishing...
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This week on Practicing Writing: anatomy of (another) scam; on re-reading past work; dealing with internet hate; more. W/thanks to @victoriastrauss.com @writingelizabeth.bsky.social et al. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/find...
Finds for Writers - Erika Dreifus
Writing- and publishing-related tidbits.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:55 PM
This week on Practicing Writing: anatomy of (another) scam; on re-reading past work; dealing with internet hate; more. W/thanks to @victoriastrauss.com @writingelizabeth.bsky.social et al. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/find...
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For the weekend: a post and thread-in-progress for anyone seeking writing/publishing opportunities that are open for submissions/applications.
Guess what went out to all subscribers this morning?
Yes, that's right—the November newsletter, which is (as always) packed with #opportunities that are now or will soon be open for submissions.
Please share with *your* #WritingCommunity.
bit.ly/3WyiMBi
Yes, that's right—the November newsletter, which is (as always) packed with #opportunities that are now or will soon be open for submissions.
Please share with *your* #WritingCommunity.
bit.ly/3WyiMBi
November 21, 2025 at 4:40 PM
For the weekend: a post and thread-in-progress for anyone seeking writing/publishing opportunities that are open for submissions/applications.
"But I will never forget her words, the sound of unapologetic certitude, the smack of exclusion." — Rabbi Angela Buchdahl #SundaySentence www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/sund...
#SundaySentence - Erika Dreifus
The best sentence I've read during the past week.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:35 PM
"But I will never forget her words, the sound of unapologetic certitude, the smack of exclusion." — Rabbi Angela Buchdahl #SundaySentence www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/sund...
#LetThemAllGoNow
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
November 23, 2025 at 2:31 PM
#LetThemAllGoNow
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
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Quite the gift for #JewishBookMonth100!
As a special treat we have three incredible panels open to the public on Monday afternoon. Swipe through to check them out. Click below to sign up for this weekend's events! bit.ly/49qNJz7
November 21, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Quite the gift for #JewishBookMonth100!
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Looking forward!
We can't wait to see you this weekend for JBC's Writers' Conference! ✍️ Join us on Sunday for amazing panels with authors, editors, and publishing industry professionals, all kicked off with a keynote conversation featuring André Aciman. bit.ly/49qNJz7
2025 Jewish Writers’ Conference
Have you written a book that you’d like to have published? Do you have a story idea? Have you already been published and would like to network with others in your field?
bit.ly
November 21, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Looking forward!
For the weekend: a post and thread-in-progress for anyone seeking writing/publishing opportunities that are open for submissions/applications.
Guess what went out to all subscribers this morning?
Yes, that's right—the November newsletter, which is (as always) packed with #opportunities that are now or will soon be open for submissions.
Please share with *your* #WritingCommunity.
bit.ly/3WyiMBi
Yes, that's right—the November newsletter, which is (as always) packed with #opportunities that are now or will soon be open for submissions.
Please share with *your* #WritingCommunity.
bit.ly/3WyiMBi
November 21, 2025 at 4:40 PM
For the weekend: a post and thread-in-progress for anyone seeking writing/publishing opportunities that are open for submissions/applications.
“'Dressed up as "activism" and "performance art," this was nothing less than the revival of one of the oldest and most dangerous antisemitic tropes in history,' said the American Jewish Committee in a statement." www.jta.org/2025/11/21/u...
'Israel's Friendsgiving' protest at DC train station includes 'Gaza's spilled blood' on the menu - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
"Seldom have we seen such a sickening display of full-throated antisemitism," the local JCRC said.
www.jta.org
November 21, 2025 at 4:35 PM
“'Dressed up as "activism" and "performance art," this was nothing less than the revival of one of the oldest and most dangerous antisemitic tropes in history,' said the American Jewish Committee in a statement." www.jta.org/2025/11/21/u...
Quite the gift for #JewishBookMonth100!
As a special treat we have three incredible panels open to the public on Monday afternoon. Swipe through to check them out. Click below to sign up for this weekend's events! bit.ly/49qNJz7
November 21, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Quite the gift for #JewishBookMonth100!
Looking forward!
We can't wait to see you this weekend for JBC's Writers' Conference! ✍️ Join us on Sunday for amazing panels with authors, editors, and publishing industry professionals, all kicked off with a keynote conversation featuring André Aciman. bit.ly/49qNJz7
2025 Jewish Writers’ Conference
Have you written a book that you’d like to have published? Do you have a story idea? Have you already been published and would like to network with others in your field?
bit.ly
November 21, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Looking forward!
This week on Practicing Writing: anatomy of (another) scam; on re-reading past work; dealing with internet hate; more. W/thanks to @victoriastrauss.com @writingelizabeth.bsky.social et al. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/find...
Finds for Writers - Erika Dreifus
Writing- and publishing-related tidbits.
www.erikadreifus.com
November 21, 2025 at 1:55 PM
This week on Practicing Writing: anatomy of (another) scam; on re-reading past work; dealing with internet hate; more. W/thanks to @victoriastrauss.com @writingelizabeth.bsky.social et al. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/find...
#LetThemAllGoNow
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
November 21, 2025 at 1:35 PM
#LetThemAllGoNow
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
#AllTogether
#UntilTheLastHostage
#BringThemHomeNow
Image: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
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It happens to be a fine #TranslationThurs post, too, with the newly-announced @jewishliteraryfoundation.co.uk Freudenheim #Translation Prize longlist news included. #BookAwards #JewishBookMonth
As #JewishBookMonth100 continues, there's a fresh post up on My Machberet. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/jewi...
Jewish Literary Links - Erika Dreifus
Items from the world of Jewish books and writing.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:05 PM
It happens to be a fine #TranslationThurs post, too, with the newly-announced @jewishliteraryfoundation.co.uk Freudenheim #Translation Prize longlist news included. #BookAwards #JewishBookMonth
Within: a powerful essay by a recent grad titled "How Antisemitism at My MFA Program Led Me Back to Torah."
cc: @awpwriter.org, @pw.org, @publisherswkly.bsky.social, @insidehighered.com @chronicle.com
cc: @awpwriter.org, @pw.org, @publisherswkly.bsky.social, @insidehighered.com @chronicle.com
As #JewishBookMonth100 continues, there's a fresh post up on My Machberet. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/jewi...
Jewish Literary Links - Erika Dreifus
Items from the world of Jewish books and writing.
www.erikadreifus.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Within: a powerful essay by a recent grad titled "How Antisemitism at My MFA Program Led Me Back to Torah."
cc: @awpwriter.org, @pw.org, @publisherswkly.bsky.social, @insidehighered.com @chronicle.com
cc: @awpwriter.org, @pw.org, @publisherswkly.bsky.social, @insidehighered.com @chronicle.com
"One Jewish student who was in attendance told the moderator after the walkout, 'You’re in shock? We’re not, we’re used to it.'" www.jta.org/2025/11/19/u...
Imam-led walkout over Jewish participant at CUNY interfaith event draws wide condemnation - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
The incident at the City College of New York was “antisemitism, plain and simple,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
www.jta.org
November 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
"One Jewish student who was in attendance told the moderator after the walkout, 'You’re in shock? We’re not, we’re used to it.'" www.jta.org/2025/11/19/u...
It happens to be a fine #TranslationThurs post, too, with the newly-announced @jewishliteraryfoundation.co.uk Freudenheim #Translation Prize longlist news included. #BookAwards #JewishBookMonth
As #JewishBookMonth100 continues, there's a fresh post up on My Machberet. www.erikadreifus.com/2025/11/jewi...
Jewish Literary Links - Erika Dreifus
Items from the world of Jewish books and writing.
www.erikadreifus.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:05 PM
It happens to be a fine #TranslationThurs post, too, with the newly-announced @jewishliteraryfoundation.co.uk Freudenheim #Translation Prize longlist news included. #BookAwards #JewishBookMonth