“Lana Melman shines a light on how antisemitism impacts the entertainment industry and on the hypocrisy that underpins the BDS movement.” —Ben Silverman, Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning producer behind The Office, Jane the Virgin, and Ugly Betty, among many others

An eye-opening, justifiably angry book set in the high-octane world of entertainment, where artists have become fearful that their livelihoods will be ended and reputations ruined with a tweet. A must-read by industry insider Lana Melman, for anyone interested in the arts, artists, Hollywood, and the real threat of antisemitism to our industry.” —David Zucker, producer/writer/director (The Naked Gun franchise, Scary Movie 3, Scary Movie 4, Scary Movie 5, and Airplane!)

“All thanks to Lana Melman for her reasoned, probative, and temperate refutation of anti-Zionism’s terror.” —David Mamet, Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright, filmmaker, and author

Melman does a masterful job in succinctly summarizing the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. — Aaron Bandler

“Thank you for your leadership and voice, we need you.” — Russell F. Robinson, Chief Executive Officer, Jewish National Fund

“The feedback on your keynote has been overwhelmingly positive! Thank you for all you do!” — Sarita Bronstein, Executive Director at Hillel of Silicon Valley

“I would like to thank Lana Melman and Liberate Art for everything you do to counter the attempt of a cultural boycott against Israel.” —  Sam Grundwerg, Consul General of Israel in Los Angeles

“Great presentation! Informative, inspiring, and thought-provoking. Your hands-on experience countering the cultural boycott offers a unique perspective and important new tools to win this battle. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.” — Andrew Genger, Red Light Management (2017 NYC event attendee) 

“You always do a great job and the penetrating information [you provide] is really helpful for many unfamiliar with the issue. Continued success in your important work.” — Mike Siegel, Radio Host

“Lana is a marvelous speaker and author. Her book “Artist Under Fire” provides valuable insights into the workings of the entertainment industry and BDS. During her visit to Atlanta, she inspired people to take action. I highly recommend considering her as a guest speaker and following her on social media.” — Cheryl Dorchinsky, CEO of the Atlanta Israel Coalition

“Lana, thank you for telling it like it is. You inspired college students to stand up for Israel on campus, in their community, and on social media.” — Nelson France, Director National Initiatives, Israel Advocacy and Education

“Lana Melman gave a riveting presentation at CAMERA’s student conference. She is an entertainment industry insider who knows both what the BDS campaign seeks to do and how to counter it effectively. She is uniquely situated to educate audiences and a compelling speaker.” — Andrea Levin, Executive Director and President, CAMERA

“I was at the Hillel event today. Thank you for your words. I am going to tell all my friends to follow you and support your work.”  — Nora Linda, audience member at Silicon Valley Hillel Gala

“Lana, thank you for your many exceptional speeches at our Israel Bonds’ events. You communicate your personal and professional experiences with great passion and consistently move and inspire the audience. Our community can be grateful to you for creating Liberate Art Inc. and sharing your incredible in-depth knowledge as a cultural boycott expert.” — Leor Ziv, Executive Director at State of Israel Bonds 

“Lana, I just read your piece in JNS. It’s excellent — sober, concise, factual, and easy to read. I hope [actor Mark] Ruffalo sees it and starts waking up from his dogmatic slumbers.” — Jonah Cohen, Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America

“Remarkable article. What stood out to me was your ability to break down and clarify a complete position so that this could be understood.  Clearly your experience has given you the gift of translating the complete argument and then bringing the listener toward truth.  Good for you” — Michael Jacobs, Emmy and Peoples Choice Award winner, Academy Award, Golden Globe, and BAFTA nominee writer/producer

“You literally spoke directly to me through your piece. Thank you and well done.” — Scott Piro, The Focus Project

“I am glad to discover this group, as I write a lot about BDS in general. Hats off to you, LiberateArt, just read one of your articles. — Barbara Kay, Journalist, National Post

“You do great work.“ — Steven Emerson, Executive Director,  The Investigative Project on Terrorism

“Liberate Art is an important and necessary source of information and support for the right of performing artists to be free of political pressure from performing in countries and venues where their fans are ready to greet them.” — Steven Marc Weinberg, entertainment attorney

“Brava and Kol Hakavod, Lana. You're doing what everyone wishes they could do to make an impact and educate people about this anti-Semitic scourge. You're not only a soldier fighting for Israel, but you are also saving lives.” —  Sara Cannon

“Your talk at Temple Etz Chaim got me off my duff to work against BDS.” — Judy L. Mayer

“Lana, the importance of what you do cannot be overstated.” — Ron Dolinsky, PJTN International Advisory Board, Director of Strategy and Marketing

 “Thank you for inviting me to your presentation and conversation last night.   You are performing the ultimate mitzvah for everyone – fans, friends, artists, and the state of Israel.”  — Ralph Alterbaum, (2017 NYC event attendee)

“Liberate Art is an important movement fighting the cultural boycott against Israel and positively impacting artists and celebrities. And Lana Melman is the inspiring advocate championing the movement.” — Alicia Post, American Zionist Movement (2017 NYC event attendee)

“Liberate Art is an important and necessary source of information and support for the right of performing artists to be free of political pressure from performing in countries and venues where their fans are ready to greet them.” — Steven Marc Weinberg, Entertainment Attorney

“I think your strategy of making artists look at the bigger issue of censorship versus the issues about Israel is very shrewd.” — Deborah Slade, UK Attorney (2017 NYC event attendee)

“Lana Melman did a superb job as the Hollywood liaison for our Jewish National Fund event creating the perfect match between our organization and award winning reggae artist, Ziggy Marley.  Her attention to detail, smooth handling of artist relations and knack for generating publicity created excitement and helped to drive awareness for our clean water initiative.” — Lou Rosenberg, JNF Executive Director, Greater Los Angeles

“Lana, we so appreciated your contribution, which sent perfect messages and contributed to the success of the event. I particularly enjoyed the small group discussion we had in VIP session.”— Mike Gilfix, Board Member of Silicon Valley Hillel

“Lana Melman takes an engaging and relevant approach to combating BDS within the entertainment industry. Her ability to present the issue to those both familiar and not with the entertainment industry helps highlight the importance of education and awareness about the dangers of the BDS movement. Jewish National Fund is grateful to have Lana’s leadership on behalf of the land and people of Israel.”— Jessica Milstein, National Director JNF, Women for Israel and Affinity Groups

“You did a fabulous job today [in the webinar] and were so wonderful with your questions.  This was the best program I’ve watched in quite a while.” — Barbara Burry, President of JNF Mountain States Board of Directors

“Lana, great piece! It attacked the topic from a new angle rather than belaboring the same point. It elicited a sense of loss of and for humanity rather than belligerence.” — Matt Solomon, The Jewish Press

“I get so many op-ed submissions these days, and this is really one of the most interesting and unique of the bunch.” — Jacob Kamara, Managing Director and Editor in Chief, JNS.org (Jewish National Service)

“Brilliant article. It’s exactly what we need to see in the British press. We need to expose the double standards and bullying we’ve seen in this country too.” — Steven Jaffe, Consultant to Board of Deputies of British Jews

“Lana Melman, it was a perspective I’ve never heard before, that BDS’s cultural boycott is a form of censorship.” – Student response to “Who was your favorite speaker and why?” — (Anonymous survey)

“I wanted to thank you so much for speaking at my event! I truly learned so much. We apparently had the highest turnout in months which is amazing, and I think everyone else had a good time also!” — Sarah Schornstein, CAMERA on CAMPUS Fellow

“It was a meaningful conversation and got past the headlines to some powerful underlying issues.” — Mike Siegel, Radio Talk Show host

“With such a rise in anti Semitism and specifically the free press and Hollywood entertainment being targeted as well, we need to be vigilant that in this day and age hate and discrimination of any kind is not acceptable. Thank you for spreading the truth. I stand with Israel.”  — Michael Mellon

“Incredible speech at the Hillel event. Very inspired by your work!” — Vera Golosker, audience member at Silicon Valley Hillel Gala

“I think Liberate Arts is one of the most important organizations for Israel and for every country and human being interested in freedom of speech and freedom of expression! You are the voice of the next generation!” — Dr. Alice Berkowitz

“I feel so grateful for all that you do on behalf of Israel and the Jewish people. It means more than you can ever imagine.” — Andrew Genger, Red Light Management

“It is time and I think women are and will be the leaders for change, what an amazing movement, count me in. Thank you, Lana Melman!” — Fairy Moini

“You are an amazing example of how truly beautiful and strong we become when one's faith in good rises above the noise.” — A Supporter

"Great initiative. BDS needs to go" — Carl Oz Buchalet

“Mazal Tov… Keep up the very hard but amazing work you are doing!!!” — Leslie Unga

“Definitely recommend. Lana is amazing. Thank you for what you are doing for the Jewish People.” — Zemira E  

“Thanks, Lana, for keeping the mission and hope alive and going.” — Cathy Colman

“Thanks for all you do. I was inspired when I saw you speak at my synagogue.” — Carla J Shaw

“Art should cross boundaries, not create them – go, go Liberate Art!” — Lara Berman

“In honor of Lana and all her incredible work and enterprise!” — Ali Meisel

“With love and support for this wonderful organization” — L.M. Hollywood producer

“The Jewish people are admirable in their strength and endurance. Furthermore, they have given so much to this world, and deserve our deepest respect and support.”  — T.B.

“Thank you, Lana, for all the good work that you do!” — Cobe & Sherry Haskell

“You deserve high praise and a special place in heaven for what you’re doing for Israel and the Jewish people! Your reading of the introduction to your book made me choke up. You are a force of nature!” —  Jack C.