Elijah's Tears - by Pearl Sydelle (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

2025 Moonbeam Bronze Medalist, ABA Pick of the List title, and a Storytelling World Honor Award Honoree

Now in paperback, this beloved anthology for the whole family consists of five original tales, each linked to an important Jewish holiday and featuring the prophet Elijah. In each tale, Elijah comforts those who are generous, wise, and fair while challenging those who are faithless.

Review Quotes

"Compelling, sometimes ethereal, the tales occasionally address readers directly, forging a link between the magical settings and real ones."--Kirkus Reviews

"Elijah's Tears is full of beautiful stories and insight into Jewish folklore. The stories will touch your heart." --American Bookseller Pick of the Lists

"The common element in these five tales is the beauty of faith and the blessings found in doing for others...Pearl's language is direct, lending itself to reading and telling aloud." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"...a splendid addition to Jewish folklore."--Jewish Book World

"five original spectacular short stories..."--Ottawa Jewish Bulletin

About the Author

Sydelle Pearl is an award-winning author who has published books in various genres including folktales, biography, and historical fiction. Originally from New Jersey, she now lives in the Washington, DC, area.