Sister Artists Celebrate New Book
The inspiration came in the middle of the night.
In Los Angeles in the summer of 2024, Ruth Broyde Sharone, filmmaker/author and composer, woke up abruptly one morning at 4 a.m. and searched for her notebook. She jotted down the idea for a series of 11 short inspirational books that would celebrate everyday events: life, death, aging, parenting, marriage, divorce, etc. In the morning she. called her big sister in Boston, Leah Broyde Abrahams, a visual artist and memoirist, to share her "cosmic download."
"Let's collaborate on the first book together as sister artists!" Ruth said excitedly. I've written the text and I'd like you to supply the photos. The first book is called “11 THINGS TO CELEBRATE BEFORE BREAKFAST."
Leah was used to Ruth's "cosmic downloads," which she considered California woo-woo language for inspiration, but she couldn't resist.
The number 11 has long been regarded as a gateway to divine intuition, higher knowledge, and expanded consciousness—a belief shared by the Mayans and many other ancient cultures.
In modern times, 11:11 has taken on spiritual significance for people around the world. Often referred to as the “Angel Number,” it’s seen as a symbol of alignment, synchronicity, and spiritual awakening.
Believers interpret it as a gentle “hello” from the universe—or from God—a sign of encouragement and a reminder of our divine connection. For some, it’s also considered a sign of good luck or positive energy.
…leading you to greater awareness and a deeper appreciation of your own life.
"Let Leah's photographs open your eyes. Let's Ruth's words open your heart. Let this book open YOUR DAY, and let the celebration begin!"
— Jack Miles, Former Editor of the LA Times Book review
"Every page of this spare, thoughtfully composed book offers readers an artful invitation - along with the necessary spaciousness - to connect deeply with that which may inspire us."
— Leah Hager Cohen, author of To and Fro
11 Things to Celebrate Before Breakfast
Buy your copy now on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
The sisters’ next collaboration in the series is coming soon.
11 Things to Celebrate Before Bedtime.
Photos from the Culver City Book Fair
