MONTEFIORE PRESS, INC.
BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

The Montefiore Press is engaged in the writing, production, and distribution of private books. Its sole purpose is to bring to light the stories of exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions in their professional, civic, and philanthropic endeavors. We produce books that entertain, enlighten, and inspire. The goal for our clients is to provide a lasting legacy for family or business, ensuring that there is an accurate historical record of their lives and activities. 's many faceted career followed the difficulties of the domestic shoe industry during the 60s, 70s and 80s. The way he built Cole Haan shows how to build a company, a brand, and a management team. His is also the story of Freeport, Maine. He describes the relationship: “I have been good for Freeport and Freeport has been good for me.” ’s life spanned ten decades, three continents and was punctuated with action and intrigue. In World War II, his unit was among the first to land at Sword Beach on D-Day. A lifelong Zionist, he participated in Mossad LeAliyah Bet, helping Holocaust survivors reach Israel. Founding a kibbutz, he spent nearly thirty years in Israel before becoming a successful entrepreneur in the U.S. pursued an academic career. He developed instant film with Edwin Land and helped establish Brandeis University. Throughout his career he maintained an active research program in physical organic chemistry. was sitting in his office. New York City had undergone several tough and trying years but as he looked out his window at its impressive skyline, the city seemed to be beaming with pride. He had just returned from an overseas trip to Israel, a UJA mission, which consisted of a group of active lay leaders touring some of the poorer sections of the country. grew up in Brighton Beach. As a youth, he joined the Hashomer Hatzair movement. Back home he served in the U.S. Army, received a degree in Accounting and worked in the brokerage business at DH Blair, Eastlake Securities, and Bear Stearns. A philanthropist, he was president of American ORT and has received the Best of Brooklyn Award and the Presidential Medal. The book is usually told in the first person. Our interviews focus on one individual (the subject). Secondary interviews provide a more complete picture of the person and events. Sufficient time is needed to understand his or her life, thinking, acting, and speaking so the book can seamlessly reflect the subject's voice. Business History: This book traces the founding and history of a business. The Montefiore Press was founded in 2005 by Joshua M. Sklare. When asked by a family member for help writing a book, Josh researched the field of private biographies and memoirs (commissioned books not available for sale) and saw that the books generally lacked the research and writing quality in commercially available books. The books he found lacked the in-depth background interviews and the well-edited, interesting narratives. This would not appeal to many philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to have such books created. The production of a private book, by Leonard P. Zakim, through Rose Sklare's Textbook Writers Associates played an integral role in the founding of the company. This led to extensive geneological research for one book and was followed by interest from several future clients. We could fill a niche in this small marketplace. And so, Montefiore Press was established. A great believer in the American dream and its limitless opportunities, the immigrant began a small lumber company, survived the Depression, and then rode the construction boom of post–World War II. Lippman’s two sons took his belief in America to new heights, using the raw materials of the lumber yard to become builders. Other family members joined them and Oxford Development Corporation was formed. Their company had built over 59,000 apartment units, 7 shopping centers and 25 office buildings and warehouses. This is the type of story that Josh Sklare seeks to tell at Montefiore Press. The Bookmaking Process Historical events provide a background to your story. We focus on your story and weave it into the events of the time. Our research of your documents and photos, client ephemera and correspondence, and academic archives can add color and interest to the telling of your story. Book and Cover Design and Production Your book is completed according to your specifications: number of books, hardbound or softcover, use of color, etc. We can provide from 50 books to as many as 50,000 books. Book size is generally 6 x 9, 7 x 10; specialty sizes are also available. We use a quality U.S. printer and generally deliver your bound books in 4–8 weeks. Clients give books to family, friends, and associates, and distribute them for charitable purposes. We can also provide books for sale in conjunction with a charity or non-profit. is the Editor Emeritus and founding inspiration of Montefiore Press. With a science background, she worked as editor and writer for several book publishers, including Little, Brown & Co., Macmillan, Harcourt Brace, and Time Warner. Founding Textbook Writers Associates, she produced books and journals for many publishers. heads design and production services at Montefiore Press. She holds a degree in Design from Syracuse University and has more than 40 years experience in book publishing, including book and cover design, graphics preparation and page make-up, and eBook preparation. Our Mission The Montefiore Press is engaged in the writing, production, and distribution of private books. Its sole purpose is to bring to light the stories of exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions in their professional, civic, and philanthropic endeavors.