Learn who Justice Ginsburg admired—
and why her work was so important.
This collection of biographies of brave and brilliant Jewish women–selected in collaboration with the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg–includes an introduction written by the Supreme Court justice herself.
This intergenerational book also recounts the life story of Justice Ginsburg and tells why these Jewish women were important to her. Published by Random House, it includes a call to action.
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praise for
RBG’S BRAVE & BRILLIANT WOMEN
“This charming book provides unique insight not only into what the Justice was pondering in the final year of her life, and the heroines that helped shape her worldview, but in the legacy she wanted to leave behind.”
—FORBES
“One of The Best Jewish Children’s Books of 2021”
—TABLET MAGAZINE
“An exceptional resource, it can be read from cover to cover or just flipped through for ideas and inspiration”
—SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOKS OF 2021
“One of the "Best Children's Books Of The Year: 2022"
—BANK STREET COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
"I am particularly thankful to you for profiling the remarkable Jewish women who influenced [Justice Ginsburg] and inspired her"
—HILLARY CLINTON, FORMER U.S. SECRETARY OF STATE
“This is an amazing book. I learned so much by looking at it. Thank you for writing this amazing book about these 33 women and also about Ruth Bader Ginsburg."
—DANA BASH, CNN
“With clearly written, succinct text and exquisite art, this is an inspiring collection that will be welcomed by casual browsers and devotees of Jewish women’s history alike.”
—KAY WEISMAN, BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW
“This book is a treasure, filled with stories of remarkable Jewish women. Some of the names will sound familiar, many are not; all deserve more attention for their courage and determination. It‘s great reading for girls—and boys—eager for role models--and the rest of the family too!”
—ANN F. LEWIS, FORMER WHITE HOUSE COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
“A great read for all generations…from teens to grandparents. From the biblical prophetess Miriam to astronaut Judith Resnick, Moment Magazine Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein brings these women to life, showing why Justice Ginsburg chose them as her leading Jewish role models.”
—FRANCES WEINMAN SCHWARTZ, AUTHOR OF “PASSAGE TO PESACH: PREPARING FOR PASSOVER THROUGH TEXT AND TRADITION”
”There couldn't be a better book of role models for young women than this slim volume. You will recognize some of them, but many will surprise you. Hidden in the shadows of history, these women, against all odds, became successful artists, musicians, poets, healers, activists, warriors, mathematicians, and entrepreneurs. Read this book yourself — then make sure you share it with your daughters and granddaughters.”
—GLORIA LEVITAS, ANTHROPOLOGIST, AUTHOR
Reviews and Interviews
JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service | September 20, 2022 | Nadine is interviewed by anchor Teisha Bader
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Mom’s Don’t Have Time To Read Books | July 20, 2022 | Nadine is interviewed by podcast host Zibby Owens.
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KALW Public Media with Michael Krasny | April 2022 | Nadine is interviewed by Michael Krasny.
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Forbes | January 2022 | A book review by Melanie Fine.
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Ways to Use RBG’s Brave & Brilliant Women
“We had weekly meetings and each week we read one or two of the chapters of RBG’s Brave & Brilliant Women over Zoom or FaceTime, and we would take turns reading. It was very interactive and it really brought us together in a different way that we had been before.”
— Suzi Randolph, New York
“We read selections from RBG’s Brave & Brilliant Women every year at our seders, and it’s always an amazing experience. I suggest that you try it, too. Particularly useful for the seder are stories of the women from the Haggadah, such as Miriam, Yocheved, Shifra and Puah, and Pharaoh’s daughter.
— Jodi Blecker, Washington DC