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July 22, 2025 24 mins
This episode of “613 Books” podcast is PART TWO of producer Heather Dean’s interview with Rabbi Nachman Seltzer. He is the bestselling author of well over fifty books, many of which are biographies, novels, collections of inspirational stories, and books about Jewish history. Rabbi Seltzer’s most recently-published books is called “Missiles, Miracles and Mesiras Nefesh,” which explores the war that began on October 7th, on what should have been one of the most joyous days of the year, Simchat Torah – which that year also fell on Shabbat. Through riveting stories and unforgettable behind-the-scenes reports, Rabbi Seltzer’s book has it all: tragedy, hope, heroism, and military miracles. THIS EPISODE focuses on: · The rise and fall of the notorious “Butcher of Khan Yunis” Yahiya Sinwar, y-sh"u · Rabbi Seltzer’s reflections being a young writer · How long it takes to write each book · Ideas for creative writing –song lyrics included - come from Hashem · The Jewish spark of Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, and Ben & Jerry · His opinions about Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) as a writer’s tool · And more! SUBSCRIBE to 613 Books Podcast and never miss an episode! = = = Show notes: Featured Guest: Rabbi Nachman Seltzer Featured Book: Missiles, Miracles and Mesiras Nefesh. Link to purchase on Artscroll’s website https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422643204.html Link to purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Miracles-.The-Heartbreak-Miraculous-Operations/dp/1422643204 Contact Rabbi Nachman Seltzer: NachmanSeltzer@gmail.com = = = = = Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo: https://michaeldoniger.net/en/home/ SUBSCRIBE to “613 Books” Podcast and discover new books week!
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