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Aug 28, 2026
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Rina Matzliach at 70: "It's happening, I can't believe it"
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Rina Matzliach at 70: "It's happening, I can't believe it"

After intensive work, media personality Rina Matzliach reveals the first version of her new book, based on 20 compelling conversations from her podcast "Mom, Dad and I".

08:00Ynet
Agatha Christie wrote the most suspenseful books in the world — and then disappeared off the face of the earth
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Agatha Christie wrote the most suspenseful books in the world — and then disappeared off the face of the earth

An abandoned car near a cliff, an expired driver's license, a fur coat, and a husband having an affair: in 1926, the thriller writer was at the center of a wild affair that shook Britain, sent the author of Sherlock Holmes to a medium, and left everyone without a solution. Now, as Hollywood makes a film about those 11 mysterious days in her life, we return to the dramatic story of the Queen of...

Israel Hayom Bestsellers: Grossman enters straight at number one
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Israel Hayom Bestsellers: Grossman enters straight at number one

"Celebrating Life" is emerging as the surprise hit of the summer. "Conversations with God," first published in Israel in 1997, enters the chart, partly due to momentum on social media. Amos Harel and Asaf Inbari are still with us. Flight books stand out in the second five. Everything that happened this week in the bestsellers.

Aug 24, 2026
12:18Now14
Arnon Zamora's widow could not believe her eyes: "I started crying"
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Arnon Zamora's widow could not believe her eyes: "I started crying"

Michal, the widow of Israeli hero Arnon Zamora (of blessed memory), shared with excitement yesterday (Sunday) that her book, 'Greater Than the Sum of My Parts', has gone to a second printing less than a week after its launch. The widow of the Israeli hero defined this impressive achievement as a success and thanked the readers who purchased her book.

Aug 22, 2026
16:32Maariv
A sex-addict president and a fascist America: the new novel by Jeff Bezos' ex-wife
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A sex-addict president and a fascist America: the new novel by Jeff Bezos' ex-wife

MacKenzie Scott returns to literature after 13 years with a dystopian novel about a divided America, a fascist takeover, and two presidents with wild and bizarre sex lives. This time, she is skipping Amazon and publishing the book for free on Substack.

Aug 21, 2026
Israel Hayom Bestsellers: "The Observers" keeps surprising
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Israel Hayom Bestsellers: "The Observers" keeps surprising

This is a great time for historical women's books, with a large presence in the charts. "Celebrating Life" manages to maintain its strength in second place. The fifth "Karamel" comic returned to the chart and is closing three months in it. Everything that happened this week in the bestsellers.

Aug 20, 2026
After 15 years: The writer 'Te' reveals his real name
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After 15 years: The writer 'Te' reveals his real name

Eight books, three bestsellers, a unique writers' festival and tens of thousands of devoted readers - and all this without anyone knowing who the person behind the writer known as 'Te' was. Now, with the release of his new book, he has decided to reveal his identity.

Aug 17, 2026
20:48ICE
Rina Matzliach at 70: "Peak excitement!"
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Rina Matzliach at 70: "Peak excitement!"

The esteemed journalist and media personality is launching a new project—a book based on her successful podcast: "Peak excitement, the book I have been working on for a year and a half has gone to print."

13:10Now14
Widow of Arnon Zamora shares exciting news: "Pulse at two hundred"
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Widow of Arnon Zamora shares exciting news: "Pulse at two hundred"

Michal, widow of Israel's hero Arnon Zamora (of blessed memory), shared on Monday that pre-sales for her book, 'Greater than the sum of my parts', have officially begun. She describes the journey as beginning at a writing retreat for war widows, where she discovered that writing was a way to organize her soul.

Aug 14, 2026
13:29Now14
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Barack Obama’s New Project: A Book Podcast

Former US President Barack Obama has announced the upcoming launch of his new podcast, "A Great Book with Barack Obama," on Instagram. The six-episode series will feature the former president discussing selected books with various guests, including thinkers, writers, and artists.

08:09Now14
The secret kept for a decade: Matti Caspi's unknown work is revealed
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The secret kept for a decade: Matti Caspi's unknown work is revealed

Not just songs and melodies: Matti Caspi left behind stories written over the years, and they are now expected to become a series of children's books. Behind the project are Hanoch Saar, publisher of "Saar" publishing house, and Raquel Caspi, who operates within the framework of "Matti Caspi Heritage."

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Matti Caspi: The stories kept secret for 10 years
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Matti Caspi: The stories kept secret for 10 years

Publisher Hanoch Saar and Matti Caspi's wife, Raquel, are collaborating on a new series of children's books based on the esteemed musician's stories, accompanied by illustrations by his daughter, Soyan.

Aug 4, 2026
Newton, Spinoza, and Maimonides Reveal the Secrets of Existence at the National Library
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Newton, Spinoza, and Maimonides Reveal the Secrets of Existence at the National Library

The National Library of Israel has launched "The Question of Questions," an exhibition exploring the mysteries of the universe through the works of great thinkers from Newton to Maimonides.

Jul 31, 2026
09:22Ynet
Book returned to library 150 years late: the story behind the fine
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Book returned to library 150 years late: the story behind the fine

Ross Simmons discovered the book "Antiquities of Athens" inside a tea chest hidden within a sealed fireplace during renovations at his home in Kiama, Australia. It is believed the book was originally borrowed by his great-great-grandfather, John, who owned the property at the time.

Jul 30, 2026
17:12Now14
The impressive achievement of hostage survivor Elia Cohen: "Excited to share with you"
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The impressive achievement of hostage survivor Elia Cohen: "Excited to share with you"

Hostage survivor Elia Cohen has marked a significant milestone: the release of the 5th language edition of his book, 'Mufawadat' (Negotiations), which details his 505 days in Hamas captivity. Cohen, who is set to marry his fiancée Ziv Avud in August, wrote the book immediately upon his return to process his experience and share his truth.

The 261,000 loans: Who is the most successful author in Israel?
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The 261,000 loans: Who is the most successful author in Israel?

New data revealed following a freedom of information request highlights the most requested authors in public libraries for 2024. The leader of the list and the ongoing debate regarding the remuneration ceiling.