“Some people are storytellers at heart. They hold stories in their heart and are compelled by the hidden genius of story. Diane Wolkstein is one of those, and by virtue of that, she is a national treasure. It is important that her story be told and become known, for she is part of the genius and wisdom of these times."
— Michael Meade
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BOOKS
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Treasures of the Heart A book that took Diane eight years to complete, Treasures of the Heart is a unique rendition of stories in the Hebrew Bible that are part of the foundation of Judaism and Western literature. Diane seamlessly weaves oral legends into the fabric of the ancient texts, creating new stories that remain true to the spirit of their original sources. Drawing on a lifetime of study of world myths and tribal cultures, the author chooses the legends that best illuminate the text and reveal its hidden wisdom. Biblical characters such as Moses, Ruth, Solomon and others — their passions, ethical dilemmas, and changing relationships with God — are rendered with astonishing immediacy, achieved through careful research and a storyteller's grace. Award Winner at the 2005 Anne Izard Storytellers' Choice Awards. $30.00
The Glass Mountain The princess falls into a glass mountain, and is imprisoned by Old Rinkrank. After rescuing herself, she and her belovéd create a welcoming garden for all beings. Adapted from the Brothers Grimm and illustrated by Louisa Bauer. $20.00
Esther’s Story In diary form, Esther describes how she risks her life to save her people. Jewel-like Persian miniature illustrations by Juan Wijngaard. Winner of Aesop's Awards Accolade and Sydney Taylor Library Award. $30.00
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Bouki Dances the Kokioko In this comical tale from Haiti, awkward Bouki wins the dance contest while sly Malice walks away with the prize. Illustrated by Jesse Sweetwater.
An Aesop's Awards Accolade Book. $30.00
The First Love Stories: From Isis and Osiris to Tristan and Iseult Each of the seven stories in this volume, mysterious testaments to the passion and compassion in the human spirit, expresses a different aspect of love. $40.00
The Banza A Haitian story of friendship between a small goat and a tiger in which the courage to sing the story of one's heart brings freedom. Illustrated by Marc Brown. Featured on PBS’ Reading Rainbow and Storytime. $40.00
Little Mouse’s Painting Little Mouse paints a painting, and all her friends think they see themselves in her painting. Illustrated by Maryjane Begin. Three-star reviews from Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, and School Library Journal. $25.00
Oom Razoom, or Go I Know Not Where, Bring Back I Know Not What: A Russian Tale A Russian fairy tale in which an envious King sends his archer "I Know Not Where." The archer discovers the secret of his belovéd's heart. Illustrated by Dennis McDermott. American Library Association Notable — Social Studies. $30.00
Step by Step A friendly, easy-to-read story of a small ant who ventures out by herself to visit her friend and returns home safely.
Illustrated by Jos. A. Smith. $25.00
The Magic Orange Tree & Other Haitian Folktales (Hardcover edition) The classic collection of twenty-seven easy to read and tell Haitian stories with illustrations, music, and introductory notes. Excellent for beginning storytellers. This is the original 1978 hardcover printing, in pristine condition. Only one copy left. $120.00
Sun Mother Wakes the World A powerful retelling of an Australian creation story, illuminated by illustrator Bronwyn Bancroft's authentic, beautifully realized paintings. $30.00