It’s reading time this summer for kids!

JEMSBOOKS has 23 books for children ages PS-Grade 3, in rhyme with life lessons. Each book has colorful illustrations that will delight and engage children.

It was a sincere pleasure to create all these stories for your children. I hope you will introduce your children to these entertaining stories about animals and other things. My books are educational and engaging and have won many book awards for excellence.

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Here are what readers are saying about my children’s books.

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READING GIVES YOU WINGS TO FLY! SOAR WITH JEMSBOOKS ALL YEAR THROUGH! HAPPY READING!

Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina

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Jemsbooks for All Ages!

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Books Read and Reviewed in June 2026!

Here it is already the end of another month. Where does the time go? I have been busy as usual reading some wonderful books for the month of June of 2026. Here are the 8 books I read and reviewed for June. I might have read even more if I didn’t have a few WIP. But I always seemed to have a WIP! That fact never stops me! I hope you enjoy reading these reviews.

I love sharing my eclectic reads in this Jemsbooks Segment, Books Read in the Month. I hope you will get a chance to look over these books soon. Thank you for your kind support of my work and that of my fellow authors.

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If you are an avid reader, as I am, please review the books you love on Amazon or wherever you purchased them for others to enjoy your reviews. Reviews are one way for readers to know about an exceptional book. We indie authors love to receive reviews and appreciate the efforts of readers to do them. Once again, I thank you for your kind support of me and my books and for supporting my fellow authors too.

When I wrote these reviews I rated them on Amazon, Goodreads and sometimes Barnes & Noble. I did not include the ratings here though. It is best to share my thoughts with you about how I felt about the book without the rating. Ratings can be deceiving at times.

We all feel differently about books. Sometimes we love them, sometimes we like them and still other times we may dislike a book. Some other books are so memorable they take your breath away! While still others are sweet, sensitive, and enjoyable reads that we soon will forget. But all these books I have reviewed were lovely reads as you can see from my reviews. I hope you enjoy my reviews and that they will help you to decide what will be your next read.

All the Colors of the Dark is a powerful story of love, healing, heartache, and finding peace in one’s life despite a traumatic past.

The protagonists are connected from childhood and feel each other’s pain. One is a police officer while the other is a talented artist who expresses his feelings through his art.

The woman, Saint, has loved the artist, Patch, since they were children but Patch was always a troubled boy and suffered more after he was kidnapped when attempting to save some taken women. He was haunted most of his life by these experiences.

A long story that could have been more than one book. It was engrossing and hard to put down because of the depths of emotional and psychological trauma that the characters

Kitty Heaven is a sweet and emotional story that touches the heartstrings. Who doesn’t love kittens? This little girl always wanted a pet but couldn’t have one because of their landlady’s rules against pets. How can she give up these two adorable kittens she has saved one day?

The author has created a lovely story about kindness to animals. It’s a feel-good story that everyone will love.

Murder in the Mist is the second book in this paranormal mystery series with FBI Agent Coraline Pratt. Cora is a fearless, dedicated and determined agent who will do her job to the best of her abilities.

When her partner, Agent Nolan, is a suspect in a murder investigation, Cora is there to back him and works to find out what happened.

This is a gripping and action filled paranormal mystery series that continues to deliver for those readers who love the unexpected.

Amazon.com: Migglesworth Malevolence eBook : O’Leary, Carrie: Kindle Store

Migglesworath Malevolence is a short story full of paranormal activity, a haunting, and an evil spirit that is dominating another spirit in a house.

The character has had a tough childhood and lost her mother. She is trying to come to terms with this loss and move forward.

When the protagonist receives an invitation to apply for a job in a house she is visited by two spirits and must find a way to send them packing, but what she encounters is unexpected.

An interesting premise that has many possibilities to become a full-length novel. I enjoyed this quick read that left me wanting more.

Amazon.com: The Price of Honey (Deadly Ambition collection) eBook : Moriarty, Liane: Kindle Store

The Price of Honey is an intriguing short read with a memorable ending. The author created a story, though short, that has plenty of interesting characters, an unusual premise and an unexpected ending.

This could be a full-length novel but would need to have more information about the main character, the person who died.

The Replacement: A Short Story – Kindle edition by Constantine, Liv. Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

The Replacement is an engaging, psychological short story about a Hollywood actress, fame, and what others will do to attain reaching the top in any way they can even at the expense of harming others who get in their way.

An enjoyable read with a surprise twist at the end.

Abnormal Desires – Kindle edition by Wagner, Eleanor, Mascera, Lawrence. Paranormal Romance Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Abnormal Desires is a paranormal, historical mystery with suspenseful undertones that kept this reader engaged. It is an enjoyable read with interesting and well-defined characters, and an intriguing storyline.

The author has created an enjoyable read that I would recommend to anyone who loves paranormal mysteries.

Untaken: 12 Hours Following the Rapture (End Times Book 1) – Kindle edition by Wyler, C.O.. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Untaken is a deep and thought-provoking story that I could not put down. It is so engrossing and current in its details about today’s world. I found myself thinking about everything in my own life. Will this happen soon? How will the world react and who will survive?

This is a book that calls for much discussion and thought about the possibilities of the Rapture and when or how it will happen. It propels me to keep reading the bible to understand more about God’s plan. The author included the reader in the story as she shares what is happening and consistently asks the reader for assistance.

A memorable read that I highly recommend!

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon where something is always brewing at JEMSBOOKS! Please review books for all the hard-working authors out there who would welcome and appreciate your efforts to help promote their work. Thank you!

Blessings & Hugs! Stay Safe, Stay Well and God Bless!

READING GIVES YOU WINGS TO FLY! SOAR WITH JEMSBOOKS ALL YEAR THROUGH! HAPPY READING!

Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina

Award-Winning Author

Jemsbooks for All Ages!

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Family and Friends: Tales for Children – A Short Story Collection for Children!

If your children enjoy short stories that are fun and entertaining, Family and Friends is the story for them. Each rhyming story is about a different subject, persons or things with colorful illustrations that will engage your children.

MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS SILVER MEDAL WINNER!
 
This is a children’s book with six stories for ages 5-8. Each story is a stand-alone story. Children will read about two little sisters, two young boys, a boy and a toad, rabbits, a bluebird, and a mouse and a piece of cheese.
 
They are feel-good stories that children will want to read again and again. One story will make children laugh out loud whiles others will teach them important life lessons about kindness to others, friends and family matter, believe in yourself, and you can do anything if you just try.

I wrote this story for two little girls who I met one day in a restaurant. They were so adorable that I had to interact with them. I asked the parents if the girls liked to read. They said definitely they did. Once I told them I was an author of children’s books, they were excited to receive a bookmark and a promise from me to write a story just for them. The first story in this book is about these two little girls.

Unfortunately, I do not have any way to contact them. I only hope that they will see the book and check it out.

I enjoy writing short stories for all ages. By putting my children’s short stories in chapters encourages children to read one story or all of the stories like a big boy or girl. It’s important to introduce your young children to short chapter books to get them to read more each day.

Parents, read with your children at bedtime or anytime that you can fit it in your busy lives. I know how difficult it is to that sometimes when you work, take care of the house and family. I did that myself for many years. But I tried to take some time at night to spend after dinner reading to and with my children.

Family and Friends is a fun book to read together. It will interest both boys and girls because there is a story about two sisters, another one about two boys who are best friends, and a few about animals that will delight and amuse children. I laughed out loud when I was creating the mouse and the piece of cheese. The adorable illustrations were created by my talented husband, John.

Please introduce your children today to this entertaining collection of short stories today for some fun reading instead of TV and the other technology that they are becoming addicted to, unfortunately. this book was recommended by @MomsChoiceAwards.

Here are what others are saying about this book on Amazon.

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again where something is always brewing at JEMSBOOKS! Remember to review books for all the hard-working authors out there who appreciate and welcome your efforts to spread word about their work.

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READING GIVES YOU WINGS TO FLY! SOAR WITH JEMSBOOKS ALL YEAR THROUGH! HAPPY READING!

Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina

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Jemsbooks for All Ages!

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Fun to Make Believe for children ages 5-8!

Children love to make believe which is good for them to do. We are only children once in our lives so we should enjoy making believe. I created these four books for that reason.

MOM’S CHOICE AWARD WINNER – SILVER MEDAL!

This is a short story collection for children ages 5-8. They are perfect for bedtime or any time. They can be read by early readers or by a parent/guardian. They will provide a fun reading time for both the reader and the listener.

There are six stories with a colorful illustration of the characters of each story – one about an alien, a dragon, a fairy, a bear, a bear and a boy and a skunk. Each story will have life lessons for children to learn.

These are educational stories full of fun, adventures and important life lessons.

I you haven’t introduced your children to these fun stories, now is the time to see them enjoy the entertaining characters, colorful illustrations and fun rhyming stories.

This series is recommended by @MomsChoiceAwards and has awarded four Silver Medals to MAKE BELIEVE: BEDTIME STORIES FOR CHILDREN BOOKS 1-4!

Here are what others are saying about this series on Amazon:

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Here are the life lessons your children will learn from my children’s books:

Louey the Lazy Elephant – Louey teaches children the importance of not being lazy and always listening to your mother.

Ricky the Rambunctious Raccoon – Ricky teaches children to always listen to their mother.

Jerry the Crabby Crayfish – Jerry teaches children that it is okay to be different, be the best you can be and be happy with who you are.

Lamby the Lonely Lamb – Lamby teaches children to accept differences and to be kind to others.

Jesse the Precocious Polar Bear – Jesse teaches children that friends are important, and mothers know best.

Broose the Moose on the Loose – Broose teaches children to be kind and accepting of others who are different than you are.

Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey – Sebastian teaches children how important it is to be kind to animals, that animals have feelings too like humans and deserve our respect.

Colby the Courageous Cat – Colby teaches children to love one another and take care of their siblings.

Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe – Jeffrey teaches children to be brave and help others in need.

Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab – Clarence Henry teaches children to work hard and do the best you can do and be happy with who you are.

Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier – Lucy teaches children to be kind to pets, how important a pet can be and how much this pet loves us unconditionally.

The First Star – teaches children that love of family is more important than all the riches in the world.

Drystan the Dragon Series Book 1: Drystan and Durward Save the Day – Drystan demonstrates to children that being kind and helping others is important and the right thing to do.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 2: Damara Helps Drystan Find His Roar – Drystan demonstrates the importance of friendship, being kind to others and helping others in need.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 3 – Delbert Finds Himself – Drystan teaches Delbert, a shy dragon, the importance of loving yourself as you are and that all colors are beautiful!

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 4: Delfina Solves a Problem – Delfina helps Drago love himself and teaches him to be kind to others.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 5: Drago Does a Good Deed – Drago finds a rabbit in need of his help. He learns that it is better to be kind to others.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 6: Dragana Helps a Fairy – Dragana helps a fairy who is injured and in need. She doesn’t hesitate to help in any way she can and goes above and beyond to help this fairy. Being kind and helping others is what Dragana learns.

Make Believe: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 1: These six stories promote good behavior, encourage children to be kind to others, friends are important, differences should be accepted, and we are all unique and special.

Make Believe is Fun: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 2: These six stories help children to realize the importance of friendship, family, helping others in need and that it’s okay to be different.

Make Believe Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 3: These six stories promote good behavior in children as they learn valuable life lessons to be kind to others in need, family and friends are important and it’s okay to be different.

Make Believe Once Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 4: These six stories promote good behavior in children as they learn to be kind to others, it’s okay to be different, family matters more than riches or being famous, friends are important and be the best you can be.

Family and Friends: Tales for Children: These six stories teach children the importance of family and friends, that they matter, bullying should never be tolerated or accepted, help others in need, be the best you can be and never give up.

JEMSBOOKS are multi-award-winning books for children ages PS-Grade 3. They are written in rhyme with valuable life lessons that parents will love.

Thank you for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon where something is always brewing at JEMSBOOKS! Remember to review books you love for all the authors out there who will welcome and appreciate your efforts to help spread word about their work.

Blessings & Hugs! Stay Safe, Stay Well and God Bless!

READING GIVES YOU WINGS TO FLY! SOAR WITH JEMSBOOKS ALL YEAR THROUGH! HAPPY READING!

Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina

Award-Winning Author

Jemsbooks for All Ages!

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The First Star – a children’s book – make a wish!

My children’s book, The First Star, a fairytale, will teach your children that family and love are more important than all the riches in the world.

MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS WINNER – SILVER MEDAL!

Once upon a time there were two children who loved their father so much that they missed him terribly each time he had toleave to go away to find buyers for his woodworking.The two children, Chris and Kim, were each given a gift made by their father to keep close to them until he could return. They worried whether he would return and prayed on the first star they saw each night that he would come home safely.This story portrays the love that a father has for his children and them for him in return. It shows that being kind to others by putting others before you can be rewarding. Also, some things like love and good health are far more important than riches.

I wrote this story for my children when they were young and asked me to tell them a new story. I came up with this story. I hope your children enjoy it.

Recommended by @MomsChoiceAwards

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Here are the life lessons your children will learn from my children’s books:

Louey the Lazy Elephant – Louey teaches children the importance of not being lazy and always listening to your mother.

Ricky the Rambunctious Raccoon – Ricky teaches children to always listen to their mother.

Jerry the Crabby Crayfish – Jerry teaches children that it is okay to be different, be the best you can be and be happy with who you are.

Lamby the Lonely Lamb – Lamby teaches children to accept differences and to be kind to others.

Jesse the Precocious Polar Bear – Jesse teaches children that friends are important, and mothers know best.

Broose the Moose on the Loose – Broose teaches children to be kind and accepting of others who are different than you are.

Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey – Sebastian teaches children how important it is to be kind to animals, that animals have feelings too like humans and deserve our respect.

Colby the Courageous Cat – Colby teaches children to love one another and take care of their siblings.

Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe – Jeffrey teaches children to be brave and help others in need.

Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab – Clarence Henry teaches children to work hard and do the best you can do and be happy with who you are.

Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier – Lucy teaches children to be kind to pets, how important a pet can be and how much this pet loves us unconditionally.

The First Star – teaches children that love of family is more important than all the riches in the world.

Drystan the Dragon Series Book 1: Drystan and Durward Save the Day – Drystan demonstrates to children that being kind and helping others is important and the right thing to do.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 2: Damara Helps Drystan Find His Roar – Drystan demonstrates the importance of friendship, being kind to others and helping others in need.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 3 – Delbert Finds Himself – Drystan teaches Delbert, a shy dragon, the importance of loving yourself as you are and that all colors are beautiful!

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 4: Delfina Solves a Problem – Delfina helps Drago love himself and teaches him to be kind to others.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 5: Drago Does a Good Deed – Drago finds a rabbit in need of his help. He learns that it is better to be kind to others.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 6: Dragana Helps a Fairy – Dragana helps a fairy who is injured and in need. She doesn’t hesitate to help in any way she can and goes above and beyond to help this fairy. Being kind and helping others is what Dragana learns.

Make Believe: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 1: These six stories promote good behavior, encourage children to be kind to others, friends are important, differences should be accepted, and we are all unique and special.

Make Believe is Fun: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 2: These six stories help children to realize the importance of friendship, family, helping others in need and that it’s okay to be different.

Make Believe Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 3: These six stories promote good behavior in children as they learn valuable life lessons to be kind to others in need, family and friends are important and it’s okay to be different.

Make Believe Once Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 4: These six stories promote good behavior in children as they learn to be kind to others, it’s okay to be different, family matters more than riches or being famous, friends are important and be the best you can be.

Family and Friends: Tales for Children: These six stories teach children the importance of family and friends, that they matter, bullying should never be tolerated or accepted, help others in need, be the best you can be and never give up.

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon where something is always brewing at JEMSBOOKS! Remember to review books for authors to help spread word about their books. Your efforts are welcome and appreciaciated. Thank you.

Blessings & Hugs! Stay Safe, Stay Well and God Bless!

READING GIVES YOU WINGS TO FLY! SOAR WITH JEMSBOOKS ALL YEAR THROUGH! HAPPY READING!

Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina

Award-Winning Author

Jemsbooks for All Ages!

Jemsbooks.com

Jemsbooks.blog

Jjspina(at)comcast(dot)net

AMAZON.COM AUTHOR PAGE (All books)

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An animal’s life – Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier!

Do your children love dogs? Read Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier and learn about my beloved pet, Lucy.

MOM’S CHOICE AWARD – SILVER MEDAL WINNER!

This book is based on my dog, Lucy, who I had for 16 years. She was quite a character and did all the things that are in this book. She loved my spaghetti with homemade sauce, watched TV shows featuring animals, hated baths, “sang” when music was played, and had two cherished possessions, a knotted rag and a ball. I hope you will enjoy reading about Lucy. She is no longer with us and can never be replaced.

Lucy was special in every way. I bought her at a difficult time in my life and she pulled me through. She cheered me up when I felt down and provided many happy years with all her antics. My children grew up with her and loved her almost as much as I did. She was, after all, my first baby.

If you have ever had a dog then you know what I mean. They provide much love unconditionally and keep us positive during difficult times. They make up laugh as they entertain us and help us forget our cares and worries. They were sent from up above to provide us with love and support, which is what they do.

Your children will love seeing what Lucy can do and learn the importance of unconditional love of a pet, and kindness to animals.

Recommended by @Mom’s Choice Awards!

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Here are the life lessons your children will learn from my children’s books:

Louey the Lazy Elephant – Louey teaches children the importance of not being lazy and always listening to your mother.

Ricky the Rambunctious Raccoon – Ricky teaches children to always listen to their mother.

Jerry the Crabby Crayfish – Jerry teaches children that it is okay to be different, be the best you can be and be happy with who you are.

Lamby the Lonely Lamb – Lamby teaches children to accept differences and to be kind to others.

Jesse the Precocious Polar Bear – Jesse teaches children that friends are important, and mothers know best.

Broose the Moose on the Loose – Broose teaches children to be kind and accepting of others who are different than you are.

Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey – Sebastian teaches children how important it is to be kind to animals, that animals have feelings too like humans and deserve our respect.

Colby the Courageous Cat – Colby teaches children to love one another and take care of their siblings.

Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe – Jeffrey teaches children to be brave and help others in need.

Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab – Clarence Henry teaches children to work hard and do the best you can do and be happy with who you are.

Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier – Lucy teaches children to be kind to pets, how important a pet can be and how much this pet loves us unconditionally.

The First Star – teaches children that love of family is more important than all the riches in the world.

Drystan the Dragon Series Book 1: Drystan and Durward Save the Day – Drystan demonstrates to children that being kind and helping others is important and the right thing to do.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 2: Damara Helps Drystan Find His Roar – Drystan demonstrates the importance of friendship, being kind to others and helping others in need.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 3 – Delbert Finds Himself – Drystan teaches Delbert, a shy dragon, the importance of loving yourself as you are and that all colors are beautiful!

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 4: Delfina Solves a Problem – Delfina helps Drago love himself and teaches him to be kind to others.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 5: Drago Does a Good Deed – Drago finds a rabbit in need of his help. He learns that it is better to be kind to others.

Drystan the Dragon and Friends Series, Book 6: Dragana Helps a Fairy – Dragana helps a fairy who is injured and in need. She doesn’t hesitate to help in any way she can and goes above and beyond to help this fairy. Being kind and helping others is what Dragana learns.

Make Believe: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 1: These six stories promote good behavior, encourage children to be kind to others, friends are important, differences should be accepted, and we are all unique and special.

Make Believe is Fun: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 2: These six stories help children to realize the importance of friendship, family, helping others in need and that it’s okay to be different.

Make Believe Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 3: These six stories promote good behavior in children as they learn valuable life lessons to be kind to others in need, family and friends are important and it’s okay to be different.

Make Believe Once Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Book 4: These six stories promote good behavior in children as they learn to be kind to others, it’s okay to be different, family matters more than riches or being famous, friends are important and be the best you can be.

Family and Friends: Tales for Children: These six stories teach children the importance of family and friends, that they matter, bullying should never be tolerated or accepted, help others in need, be the best you can be and never give up.

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon where something is always brewing at JEMSBOOKS! Remember to review books for all the hard-working authors out there who will welcome and appreciate your efforts to help spread work about their work. Thank you.

Blessings & Hugs! Stay Safe, Stay Well and God Bless!

READING GIVES YOU WINGS TO FLY! SOAR WITH JEMSBOOKS ALL YEAR THROUGH! HAPPY READING!

Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina

Award-Winning Author

Jemsbooks for All Ages!

Jemsbooks.com

Jemsbooks.blog

Jjspina(at)comcast(dot)net

AMAZON.COM AUTHOR PAGE (All books)

AMAZON.COM JE SPINA NOVELS PAGE

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An unforgettable crustacean pet – Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab!

Do your children love crustaceans? I guarantee that they will love Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab. Clarence was a real crustacean that we had as a pet in our large fish tank. He was unusual and had to overcome some losses but never gave up.

If your children need encouragement to never give up and work to overcome any issues they may have, then Clarence is the one to teach them valuable life lessons as they enjoy reading about this unusual hermit crab and all his habits.

PINNACLE BOOK ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER!

Clarence Henry is different from other hermit crabs. He came to his new home minus one claw and a leg. He needs to protect himself until he can grow new appendages. Will Clarence Henry be able to meet the challenges in his new water world? Clarence Henry was a real aquatic hermit crab who lived in a saltwater fish tank in our home. We watched him interact with the other creatures in the tank. He was resilient, intelligent, and a joy to have as a pet. We took some photos of him as he grew his claw and leg and changed shells. We shared these photos and facts about hermit crabs in the back of the book. I hope you will enjoy them. This book will make a wonderful resource for classrooms.

Here are what others are saying about Clarence Henry on Amazon;

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Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe Teaches Children about being kind to others!

Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe teaches valuable life lessons about being king to others, how to overcome something that frightens you and friendship is important.

I wrote this story after meeting a woman at one of my book signings years ago. She mentioned that her grandson was frightened easily and asked if I would write a story for him. I promised I would and created Jeffrey’s story. Unfortunately, I could not reach her to give her grandson, Jeffrey, this book. By this time he is all grown up and no longer in need of this story. I hope he conquered his fears.

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Jeffrey is a nervous giraffe due to a terrible storm on the day of his birth. He remembers that day and is frightened of any kind of noise or unexpected things happening to him. His mother tells him that he is stronger than he thinks.

One day Jeffrey meets another giraffe who needs his help. Read this story in rhyme and find out what important lesson Jeffrey learns when he thinks of others before himself.

If your child is frightened about something such as Jeffrey is about lightning, then this is the book for them. Jeffrey teaches children how to overcome their fears by thinking about others who are in need.

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Happy Father’s Day! Blessings to all the fathers out there!

Here is a post for Father’s Day that I posted in 2020! It says all that I feel for my dad. I pray that all fathers out there had a wonderful day and were treated like kings.

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This is my special dad!

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!

Dad, you were a special man!

You were always there to lend a hand.

You treated us with kindness.

You were always fair.

You showed us how much you cared.

You wore a happy smile upon your handsome face.

And taught us how to appreciate God’s grace.

You made our lives so full and rich.

Teaching us to be good was your main pitch.

You would tease and joke.

While always a cigarette at your lips you would smoke.

You were talented with your hands.

Fixing and creating things on command.

You thought of others before yourself.

Your own troubles you put away on a shelf.

You left this world for a better place.

Leaving here on Earth a large empty space.

You gave us your love in every way.

I love you more than I can say!

I miss you more and more each day!

Happy Father’s Day with Love, Dad!

Your loving daughter,

Jan (my nickname by Dad)

I wish all the fathers out there a wonderful Father’s Day!

Here is another poem I wrote several years ago – WHAT IS A FATHER?

What is a father?

He is someone whose lap you can crawl onto and take a nap.

He is someone who reads you a story at bedtime.

He is someone who listens to you when you need a friend.

He is someone who picks you up and gives you a much needed hug.

He is someone who will play catch with you after you receive a new glove.

He is someone who will laugh at your poor jokes and tell some funny ones of his own.

He is someone who gives you a pat on your back for a job well done.

He is someone who says ‘I love you’.

He is someone who will give you money for your first date.

He is someone who will let you take his car for a drive right after you get your license.

He is someone you can call when you get into trouble.

He is someone who will listen to you and never lose patience.

He is someone who will never judge you unfairly.

He is someone who has taught you the difference between right and wrong.

And he is someone who one day you will treasure beyond reason when he is gone.

Love and appreciate your father while he is here for life is too short not to.

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post. Thank you also for your kind support of me, my books and blog and for all the reviews you had posted wherever my books are sold. Keep reading and I will keep writing. Take care!

Blessings & Hugs! Stay Safe, Stay Well and God Bless!

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A children’s book with family values – Colby the Courageous Cat!

Colby the Courageous Cat is a story about a cat who will teach your children the importance of family, especially about siblings taking care of one another.

I wrote this story about my daughter’s cat, Colby. He was an outside cat who loved to chase squirrels, roam around all night and only came home when he needed some food and love and attention. This story showcases Colby as a different kind of cat who cares for his siblings.

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Colby is one of a litter of four kittens. The kittens get into all kinds of trouble. Being the biggest and strongest, Colby’s mother expects him to watch over the smaller kittens and keep them safe. Read and find out what Colby does to meet his mother’s expectations.

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Introduce your children to Colby and let them learn the importance of family. Happy reading!

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon where something is always brewing at JEMSBOOKS! Remember to review books for all the hard-working authors out there who appreciate your efforts to help spread word about our books.

Blessings & Hugs! Stay Safe, Stay Well and God Bless!

READING GIVES YOU WINGS TO FLY! SOAR WITH JEMSBOOKS ALL YEAR THROUGH! HAPPY READING!

Janice Spina aka J.E. Spina

Award-Winning Author

Jemsbooks for All Ages!

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