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USC Alumni Monthly, December 2023: Recognizing Hands of Gold’s International Book Award and Global Book Award.

Class Notes: Roni Robbins ’87 was recognized with an International Book Award for multicultural fiction and a Global Book Award gold medal for biographical-survival for her novel Hands of Gold. The novel, inspired by the life of her grandfather Sam, explores themes of resilience, identity, and hope through a compelling fictional lens. Drawing from her background as a journalist and… Read More »USC Alumni Monthly, December 2023: Recognizing Hands of Gold’s International Book Award and Global Book Award.

Chanukah Bazaar at Or Ve Shalom a Big Success

This year’s annual Chanukah bazaar at Congregation Or Ve Shalom, the Sephardic synagogue on North Druid Hills Road in Brookhaven, welcomed one of the largest crowds in its history. The synagogue’s parking lot was closed to most visitors shortly after the 11 a.m. opening. Parking spaces on surrounding streets were also in short supply. The slow-moving line for the Sephardic… Read More »Chanukah Bazaar at Or Ve Shalom a Big Success

Hands of Gold award-winning author Roni Robbins talks about her novel in a podcast

Let Me Tell You a Story podcast with Steve and Becky Lyles hosted Hands of Gold award-winning author Roni Robbins to talk about her novel. In the episode, Roni dives into the real-life inspiration behind the book, the emotional process of turning family history into fiction, and how her grandfather’s journey shaped the powerful themes of resilience, identity, and hope… Read More »Hands of Gold award-winning author Roni Robbins talks about her novel in a podcast

Roni Robbins’ Debut Novel, Hands of Gold: One Man’s Quest to Find the Silver Lining in Misfortune, Wins the AMERICAN BOOK FEST™ 2023 International Book Awards™

Roni Robbins’ first novel, Hands of Gold, is the winner of the AMERICAN BOOK FEST™ 2023 International Book Awards in the category of multicultural fiction. The novel is loosely based on an inspiring true story. Using literary license, Robbins pulls from the original cassette tapes left by her maternal grandfather, Sam, who survived TB, a workplace shooting and an accidental killing, and walked thousands… Read More »Roni Robbins’ Debut Novel, Hands of Gold: One Man’s Quest to Find the Silver Lining in Misfortune, Wins the AMERICAN BOOK FEST™ 2023 International Book Awards™

“Hands Of Gold” By Roni Robbins A Captivating Tale Of Survival And Love

Award-Winning Fiction Novel Explores the Journey of an Immigrant Survivor Roni Robbins’ debut novel, “Hands of Gold,” has captured the prestigious AMERICAN BOOK FEST 2023 International Book Awards in the category of multicultural fiction. Based loosely on a remarkable true story, the novel draws inspiration from cassette tapes left by the author’s maternal grandfather, Sam, who faced adversity, antisemitism, and… Read More »“Hands Of Gold” By Roni Robbins A Captivating Tale Of Survival And Love

The Immigrant Experience w/Roni Robbins

Aaron Berkowitz discusses the immigrant experience with Roni Robbins, author of Hands of Gold. In their conversation, they explore how the novel—based on Robbins’ grandfather’s life—captures the challenges, sacrifices, and enduring hope of starting over in a new land. Roni shares insights into how her family’s history shaped the narrative and how fiction allowed her to honor their journey in… Read More »The Immigrant Experience w/Roni Robbins

‘Hands of Gold’ Wins Award Among Thousands

Roni Robbins’ debut novel, “Hands of Gold: One Man’s Quest to Find the Silver Lining in Misfortune,” won the AMERICAN BOOK FEST 2023 International Book Awards. Author Roni Robbins’ first novel, “Hands of Gold” is the winner of the 2023 International Book Awards in the category of multicultural fiction. The novel is loosely based on an inspiring true story. Using… Read More »‘Hands of Gold’ Wins Award Among Thousands

Wine, Women and Words Podcast

We chat with Roni Robbins about her novel Hands of Gold, which was inspired by the incredible true story of her grandparents. In this candid conversation, we get real about imposter syndrome, the creative process, and where writers find validation in their work. Roni opens up about the emotional journey behind the book and how family legacy shaped her storytelling.… Read More »Wine, Women and Words Podcast

Hands of Gold: One Man’s Quest To Find The Silver Lining In Misfortune by Roni Robbins

Hands of Gold is a work of fiction based on the true story of a fascinating Jewish man who overcame so many hardships, while maintaining his tremendous love of life. Sam Fox spent his whole life running against the hands of time. His path takes him from war-torn Europe at the turn of the 20th century through Prohibition, the Great… Read More »Hands of Gold: One Man’s Quest To Find The Silver Lining In Misfortune by Roni Robbins