Lubavitcher Nominated as One of Three Finalists of Prestigious 2008 Book Award

LOS ANGELES, CA [CHI] — Rabbi Zalman Goldstein, author of the Jewish Learning Group’s new title “Going Kosher In 30 Days!”, has been named one of three finalists in the prestigious Publishers Marketing Association 2008 Benjamin Franklin Awards in the Religion category. This award recognizes excellence in independent publishing and highlights the best in all major publishing categories.

The 2008 Benjamin Franklin Award winners will be announced during a ceremony on Thursday, May 29, at the Wilshire Grand Hotel in Los Angeles. The well-attended award ceremony kicks of the 2008 “BEA Expo” (Book Expo America) in Los Angeles, which combines the largest selection of English language titles in the world, with special industry and author events, and unparalleled educational content to create a dynamic environment for networking, sourcing and relationship-building.

The Jewish Learning Group assists Jewish people on their path to joyful Jewish observance. It provides direction and easy instruction for people seeking to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge needed to lead an enjoyable observant Jewish life. Their books are used by both clergy and laymen around the globe, from small congregations, to the Passover Seder of the White House Staff.

The best-selling “Going Kosher in 30 Days!”, which was published this past fall, has sold thousands of copies and raised kosher awareness worldwide, together with their innovative SAY-A-BLESSING electronic gizmo which help people recite the correct blessings aloud.

Information on BEA can be found at www.bookexpoamerica.com. Information on Jewish Learning Group can be found at www.GoingKosher.com.