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Pub Date
May 6 2013
| Archive Date
Jul 18 2019
Pixel Hall Press | Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) Members' Titles
Judith Ormand was the only Jew in a tiny Pennsylvania village, where she was raised by her white Christian grandparents. To make matters worse, she was also the only Black. Now, as a young woman, she must break her vow to never return to the town she hates. During the one-week visit, she buries her beloved grandmother, confronts the white boy who broke her heart, has a brutal run-in with a violent bully from her youth, and uncovers a long-buried secret that makes her question the fundamental “truths” of who she is and what she believes.
Within the framework of a beautifully crafted, character-driven story, “Jo Joe” explores issues of prejudice, bigotry and the two-edged sword of memory.
A mystery of the heart.
Judith Ormand was the only Jew in a tiny Pennsylvania village, where she was raised by her white Christian grandparents. To make matters worse, she was also the only Black...
Judith Ormand was the only Jew in a tiny Pennsylvania village, where she was raised by her white Christian grandparents. To make matters worse, she was also the only Black. Now, as a young woman, she must break her vow to never return to the town she hates. During the one-week visit, she buries her beloved grandmother, confronts the white boy who broke her heart, has a brutal run-in with a violent bully from her youth, and uncovers a long-buried secret that makes her question the fundamental “truths” of who she is and what she believes.
Within the framework of a beautifully crafted, character-driven story, “Jo Joe” explores issues of prejudice, bigotry and the two-edged sword of memory.
Advance Praise
"Thought-provoking and inspiring." – Margo Crispino Azzarelli
"I couldn't stop reading - I needed to know how it ended." – Bonnie Fladung
"A riveting read. Astute, psychologically believable and moving." – Rabbi Peg Kershenbaum
"Thought-provoking and inspiring." – Margo Crispino Azzarelli
"I couldn't stop reading - I needed to know how it ended." – Bonnie Fladung
"A riveting read. Astute, psychologically believable and...
"Thought-provoking and inspiring." – Margo Crispino Azzarelli
"I couldn't stop reading - I needed to know how it ended." – Bonnie Fladung
"A riveting read. Astute, psychologically believable and moving." – Rabbi Peg Kershenbaum
Marketing Plan
Jo Joe’s themes of Jewish and Black identity, and childhood memories as an "outsider" are natural material for lively, interesting book club discussions. Pixel Hall Press will be marketing Jo Joe directly to book clubs, teachers and other book discussion groups. Groups may purchase Jo Joe for a volume discount price. A free Jo Joe study guide for group leaders and teachers is downloadable from http://www.pixelhallpress.com/study+guides.html. Groups may also arrange a Skype or phone dialog with Sally Wiener Grotta, or, in some cases, a personal appearance.
Jo Joe’s themes of Jewish and Black identity, and childhood memories as an "outsider" are natural material for lively, interesting book club discussions. Pixel Hall Press will be marketing Jo Joe ...
Jo Joe’s themes of Jewish and Black identity, and childhood memories as an "outsider" are natural material for lively, interesting book club discussions. Pixel Hall Press will be marketing Jo Joe directly to book clubs, teachers and other book discussion groups. Groups may purchase Jo Joe for a volume discount price. A free Jo Joe study guide for group leaders and teachers is downloadable from http://www.pixelhallpress.com/study+guides.html. Groups may also arrange a Skype or phone dialog with Sally Wiener Grotta, or, in some cases, a personal appearance.
*This page contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you.
*This page contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you.
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"Jo Joe" is a captivating story of a woman forced to return to Black Bear, her childhood home. Once there, she reflects on happy memories with Joe and her Grandparents and then sad and painful memories of suffering at the hands of bigotry. Judith (Jo) was the daughter of a white Christian mother and a black Jewish father. After her mother's death she moved to Black Bear to live with her maternal Grandparents. Her color and religion singled her out and she was constantly bullied and tormented with racial prejudice. Joe, her best friend, became her protector until one day he suddenly pushes her away. Devastated, Judith leaves Black Bear vowing never to return. Upon the death of her Grandmother Judith breaks her vow and returns to settle the estate, and in turn, discovers hidden truths and deep secrets are revealed. She finds more questions than answers about the racism that scarred her childhood.
A vividly haunting tale that is very insightful and emotionally abundant.
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"Jo Joe" is a captivating story of a woman forced to return to Black Bear, her childhood home. Once there, she reflects on happy memories with Joe and her Grandparents and then sad and painful memories of suffering at the hands of bigotry. Judith (Jo) was the daughter of a white Christian mother and a black Jewish father. After her mother's death she moved to Black Bear to live with her maternal Grandparents. Her color and religion singled her out and she was constantly bullied and tormented with racial prejudice. Joe, her best friend, became her protector until one day he suddenly pushes her away. Devastated, Judith leaves Black Bear vowing never to return. Upon the death of her Grandmother Judith breaks her vow and returns to settle the estate, and in turn, discovers hidden truths and deep secrets are revealed. She finds more questions than answers about the racism that scarred her childhood.
A vividly haunting tale that is very insightful and emotionally abundant.
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