Overview
- Released Nov. 11 by Arcadia, the debut novel targets readers ages 9 and up as a resource for Jewish and non-Jewish families.
- The story follows Chicago siblings who face antisemitism at school and online after a famous soccer player's remark triggers a wider backlash.
- Authors Bianna Golodryga of CNN International and Yonit Levi of Israel’s N12 drew on personal experiences, including questions from their own children.
- A central theme highlights kids’ moral clarity when adults or institutions struggle to address antisemitic incidents effectively.
- After early reluctance from major publishers, the authors considered self-publishing before Arcadia, led by Michael Lynton, agreed to publish.