Greenwich resident Samantha Greene Woodruff, author of two Amazon bestselling historical fiction novels (The Lobotomist’s Wifeand The Trade Off), will join us for an in-person conversation about her passion for writing, storytelling, and history. Wine and light bites will be provided.

Fairfield County Look Literary Book Club invites you to join authors Deborah Goodrich Royce & Allison Pataki for a conversation with Samantha Greene Woodruff about their newly launched novels.

Jewish Book Festival -Knish and Tell

Enjoy an evening of powerful fiction and unforgettable storytelling with three acclaimed authors. 

The Whisper Sister | Jennifer Brown - A gripping thriller filled with hidden motives, dangerous secrets and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood.

The Trade Off | Samantha Woodruff - A dramatic, emotionally charged story of marriage, loyalty and the difficult choices we make for love.

Celebrate International Women’s Month with bestselling author Samantha Greene Woodruff as she shares insights from The Trade Off, a gripping historical novel set in 1920s New York. Through the determined and brilliant Bea Abramovitz, Woodruff explores timeless themes of ambition, family, identity, and the challenges women face in male-dominated spaces. Join us for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the pursuit of success against the odds. Brunch will be provided.

Women of Washington Hebrew Congregation Literary Club welcomes Samantha Woodruff to discuss her book “The Trade Off,” about a brilliant and ambitious young woman who strives to find her place amid the promise and tumult of 1920s Wall Street.

Historical Fiction Panel
10:00AM | Lahn Social Hall
Moderated by Amy Spiegel, Librarian at the Cherry Hill Public Library

Typewriter Beach - Meg Waite Clayton
In 1957 Isabella Giori, under a studio contract, meets Léon Chazan, a blacklisted Jewish screenwriter, during a secret Hollywood rendezvous that leads them down foggy Big Sur roads. Decades later, screenwriter Gemma Chazan discovers her grandfather’s Carmel cottage hiding a WWII-era passport, old camera, two scripts, and an uncredited writing Oscar—uncovering secrets that raise questions about the true identity and legacy of the elusive Chazan.

The Umbrella Maker’s Son: A Novel of WWII - Tod Lending
Seventeen-year-old Reuven, raised in a middle-class Polish Jewish family, loses everything when the Nazis invade Poland. Fleeing through the countryside, he faces betrayal, danger, and the fragile kindness of strangers while searching for Zelda, the girl he loves. The Umbrella Maker’s Son vividly captures Kraków during World War II, blending historical accuracy with a heartfelt story of family, love, survival, and resilience amid chaos and profound loss.

The Trade Off - Samantha Greene Woodruff
Bea Abramovitz, a brilliant young Jewish woman in 1920s Wall Street, strives to turn her talent for numbers into success. In a world offering few opportunities for women, she secretly teams up with her charming but reckless twin brother, Jake, to navigate finance. As fortunes rise, Bea foresees disaster and must seize control. The Trade Off, inspired by a true male investing pioneer, explores identity, sacrifice, family, and the moral complexities of money.

Member: $18 | Guest: $22 

SPECIAL DISCUSSION November 4, 2025 @ 10am – “The Trade Off:  A Novel” by Samantha Greene Woodruff. The author will join us via Zoom for our discussion. We will all meet at the JCC as usual and we will watch Ms. Woodruff’s presentation together. Q&A to follow presentation

Calling all bibliophiles: Do you like to read between the wines?

If you’re looking for a group that celebrates a love of books, and perhaps a good drink, then you’re in the right place! Each month, we discuss a different book from the Jewish Book Council list of hottest new reads.

Hosted by Richelle Gewertz in-person at the Boston Synagogue. One Monday per month at 7:00 PM.

LUNCH AND LIT

Join us at the J for this virtual author talk and Q&A with Samantha Greene Woodruff, author of #1 Amazon bestselling historical fiction novels, The Lobotomist's Wife and The Trade Off. Light nosh provided.

DRAWING FROM THE WELL: HISTORY IN FICTION

Samantha Woodruff (The Trade Off, 2024) & Barbara Josselsohn (The Secret Orphanage, 2025) discuss the use of historical events & context in writing novels. Moderator Marcia Bradley (The Home for Wayward Girls, 2023).

Suggested Donation: $20

Please join us for a celebration of Stories, Suspense, and the Power of Publishing

Where Culture and Conversation Percolate

Join us for an intimate morning conversation with Samantha Greene Woodruff, author of two Amazon bestselling historical fiction novels. Enjoy coffee and light refreshments while hearing about Woodruff's creative journey from media executive to acclaimed author.

Space is limited for this special Meet for Coffee event. Books will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of Diane's Books of Greenwich.

Panel discussion with editor Samantha Woodruff and contributor Jacqueline Friedland of the USA Today best-selling book, On Being Jewish Now.

Books & Bagels
Samantha Woodruff presents The Trade Off and On Being Jewish Now.
Samantha Woodruff discusses two books for this event. The Trade Off delves into the struggles of an immigrant from Odessa to make it on Wall Street in the 1920?s. On Being Jewish Now showcases a pow­er­ful anthol­o­gy of essays with con­tri­bu­tions from more than six­ty Jew­ish writ­ers as they face antisemitism. Samantha Woodruff, also the author The Lobotomist?s Wife, returns to the JCC for an engaging discussion. Book signing available. Sponsored by Jewish Book Council.
Bagels served.

The Beth El Book Club “Zoom with Authors” series presents Samantha Greene Woodruff, author of The Trade Off.

The series is free and open to the community.  Contact Beth El Temple for information or to register, 717-232-0556 or amy@bethelhbg.org.

Hear from best-selling authors in an intimate setting as they discuss their latest novel and answer your questions. Programs offered in-person will also be available via livestream for the 2024-2025 season.

This Moment in Time: A Panel on Antisemitism in Publishing

Jackie Friedland, in conversation with author Samantha Greene Woodruff, will discuss the timely themes of and inspirations for her gripping new novel, Counting Backwards. A legal thriller based on true stories from the 1920s and 2020, the book explores reproductive rights, incarceration, and the expectations placed on women and mothers.

Books will be available for sale and there will be a signing after the discussion.

A literary afternoon: Featuring On Being Jewish Now; Essays & Reflections from Authors and Advocates, edited by Libby Owens

JCC MetroWest presents Virtual event with, Samantha Greene Woodruff, “The Trade Off” Book group discussion and Author presentation.

Conversations with Authors 2024-25 Virtual Event

We will be reading and discussing The Trade Off by Samantha Greene Woodruff. Author to appear in person for discussion and Q&A.

Everyone bust RSVP by 12/9 - No Walk-ins

There is no charge to attend but donations are appreciated.

This Moment in Time: A Panel on Anti-Semitism and Publishing with Barbara Josselsohn and Fredric Price

This is a tough moment for Jewish writers and some in the publishing industry are uneasy about Jewish-themed books and articles. This climate is troubling not just for writers but for readers as well. 

Join novelist Barbara Josselsohn, author and publisher Fredric Price, and a panel of Jewish writers for a thoughtful discussion about what is happening and where things go from here. A Q&A will follow the talk.

Author Lynda Cohen Loigman will be discussing her new novel, The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern with author Samantha Woodruff, whose new book, The Trade Off, also will be released on October 8.