From the press release:

The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival, the largest of its kind in the United States, returns for its 32nd season November 7 through 18 at the Jewish Community Center in Creve Coeur. Presenting literary, media, business, sports and entertainment luminaries to audiences of more than 20,000 every fall, the festival has grown into one of the largest, most anticipated events of the year.

Whether it’s a tall tale, a touching memoir, easy-to-understand information about the economy, a social commentary, advice on healthful food choices, the scoop on baseball’s best, or how to connect with departed loved ones, the St. Louis Jewish Book Festival has the author and book to suit nearly all tastes this November. Open to the public, the event draws attendees from local communities and nearby states.

The festival officially kicks off at 5:30 p.m. November 7 with keynote speaker Jerry Weintraub, the legendary Hollywood mogul, movie and music producer, and author. Weintraub discusses his book, When I Stop Talking, You’ll Know I’m Dead, in a hilariously frank story-telling session with co-author Rich Cohen.

Among the many other programs are Ambassador Nancy Brinker with her book, Promise Me: How a Sister’s Love Launched a Global Movement to End Breast Cancer, at 7:30 p.m. November 11. Brinker founded Susan G. Komen for the Cure more than 25 years ago and from it spawned the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, which continues to grow as one of the largest fundraising events in St. Louis.

The Missouri’s Own Program at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 12 features moderator Don Wolff and four authors from right here in the Show-Me State: David Siteman Garland, CEO of The Rise to the Top and author of Smarter, Faster, Cheaper, Felicia Graber, Amazing Journey, Larry Swedroe, The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need for the Right Financial Plan, and Evonne Weinhaus, A New Fearless You.

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