Mandell JCC Jewish Book Festival
Name:
Mandell JCC Jewish Book Festival
Date:
January 10, 2026
Time:
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST
Event Description:
Carole King: She Made the Earth Move by Jane Eisner
Jane Eisner is a journalist and educator. A former Editor-in-Chief at The Forward, Eisner was the first woman editor of The Argus at Wesleyan University. In this book, she explores the life of Carole King—Brill Building songwriter, Grammy-winning artist, and political activist. From her Jewish Brooklyn roots to Tapestry and Beautiful: The Musical, this biography traces King’s musical genius, personal struggles, and enduring influence on American pop culture.
Jane Eisner is a journalist and educator. A former Editor-in-Chief at The Forward, Eisner was the first woman editor of The Argus at Wesleyan University. In this book, she explores the life of Carole King—Brill Building songwriter, Grammy-winning artist, and political activist. From her Jewish Brooklyn roots to Tapestry and Beautiful: The Musical, this biography traces King’s musical genius, personal struggles, and enduring influence on American pop culture.
