Bio
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Zoe Klein is a novelist, poet and storyteller. She writes literary magic realism, concocting characters and summoning worlds out of research, experience, visions and dreams. She received her Doctorate of Divinity from Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion, and has served over twenty-five years as a rabbi and spiritual leader.
Zoe Klein currently serves as the Director of Adult Education and Engagement at Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles, California, where she brings her unique blend of innovation, tradition, creativity, and wisdom. A Connecticut native, Zoe Klein holds a degree in psychology from Brandeis University. She received a Master’s Degree in Hebrew literature, Rabbinic Ordination and Doctorate of Divinity from Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion in New York and Jerusalem.
Zoe Klein is the author of the short stories collection Candle, Feather, Wooden Spoon (CCAR Press, 2023), the novel Drawing in the Dust (Gallery Books, 2009), the children’s story The Goblins of Knottingham: A History of Challah (Apples & Honey, 2017), and The Scroll of Anatiya (Wipf and Stock, 2009). Her writing is included in The Torah: A Women’s Commentary, Teen Texts, Holy Ground: A Gathering of Voices on Caring for Creation and more. Her poems and prayers are used in houses of prayer around the world.
