Welcome to the blog of Shirley Russak Wachtel, author, professor, and guest-lecturer. Among others, Dr. Wachtel has written a series of interactive mystery books for children, In the Mellow Light (a poetry collection), The Story of Blima — A Holocaust Survivor, the memoir My Mother’s Shoes, The Music Makers, and Three for a Dollar, a collection of short stories.
“Minding Your Mind” with Kate Lancaster
Hello!--As we near the end of cold and dreary winter days, it's time to spring forward with a new episode [...]
Aparna Parthasarathy–Promise for Tomorrow
Hello!--Meet Aparna Parthasarathy, author, feminist, leader, and high school senior! Find out how she does it all and just [...]
Planning the Future with Marc Korpus
Hello Everyone! Do you know where you're going? Marc Korpus does! Please listen to our latest podcast episode on [...]
Nov 16th 2023 – Author Event
Shirley will be appearing at the East Brunswick Library 2 Civic Center Drive Thursday, November 16th | 7:30 pm [...]
Oct 22nd 2023 – Book & Author Program
Shirley will be appearing at the East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane Sunday, October 22, 9:15am A continental [...]
Oct 15th 2023 -Local Authors Day
Shirley will be appearing at the East Brunswick Public Library Sunday, October 15, 3:20 pm
ROSA LOWINGER–Saving Art, Saving Memories
Hello!—Fall is upon is, traditionally a time of endings, but for many, new beginnings too! This episode features Rosa Lowinger, [...]
Shirley Russak Wachtel–The Interview
Hello Everyone!--Hope you have had a productive and fulfilling year thus far, and are ready for a fun-filled, relaxing summer. [...]
