Countdown to new book coming from JEMSBOOKS in August!

Posted on July 22, 2026 by jjspina

Watch for new book coming in August! A new short story collection that is unique in its format and intriguing and unexpected! Are you ready for something new and unusual?

It is now completed but I won’t publish until August. The cover reveal will be coming out next week! Did you purchase my other short story collection – AN ANGEL AMONG US yet? If you want to read this story you much read the first one in this other book. Once you see this book you will know which short story was its inspiration from An Angel Among Us. Also, please check out my other short story collection – WISHES.

Amazon.com: An Angel Among Us: (A Short Story Collection) eBook : Spina, JE: Kindle Store

Amazon.com: Wishes: A Short Story Collection eBook : Spina, J.E.: Books

I am always looking for new ways to create stories for readers, something that you would find entertaining and fun to read. I will be working on more once this book and my fantasy book are published. Keep stopping by to see what is coming next! Like I always say, THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING BREWING AT JEMSBOOKS!

I’ve enjoyed creating the short stories both for children and adults so much that I will most likely write some more. I would love to hear from readers if they have enjoyed my short stories.

Short stories are fun and quick reads providing entertaining reading for a short amount of your precious time. They can fill some short moments in your life when you need a little pick me up and surprises. Have fun and enjoy reading these books! Thank you for your kind support!

Here are what other readers are saying about my short stories so far.

Promotional image for book 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' featuring a review quote highlighting its thought-provoking theme and unique twists.
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A graphic featuring the cover of 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by J.E. Spina, with a review quote stating, 'Enjoyable stories with depth and surprising twists!'
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Book cover of 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by J. Spina featuring a rustic scene, with a review stating 'Beautifully written and thought provoking!'
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Book cover of 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by J. E. Spina, accompanied by a review highlighting the thought-provoking nature of the stories.
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Book cover of 'An Angel Among Us' by J. E. Spina, featuring a blue sky background and a brief Amazon review praising its diverse and engaging storytelling.
Cover of 'An Angel Among Us' by J. E. Spina, featuring a cloud background and a short review mentioning the author's storytelling ability.
A graphic featuring the book cover for 'An Angel Among Us' by J. E. Spina, displaying a review highlighting how the stories are engaging and diverse. The text mentions laughter, tears, and the author's storytelling ability.
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Cover of the book 'An Angel Among Us' by J.E. Spina with a background of clouds and text referencing a positive Amazon review highlighting the book's inspirational and heartwarming stories.

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon. Remember that reviews are welcomed and appreciated!

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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Book Trailer for The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5 is now here!

Posted on July 21, 2026 by jjspina

I have been working on a book trailer for The Powers of Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5! It is now here. I hope you enjoy it and that it puts you into the world of Gateskin and will pique your interest in this series.

If you haven’t read this series yet, please begin with Book 1 to LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN! This is a multi-award-winning fantasy that will grip you from the first page and make you want to read all of the books to find out what happens!

There is always something brewing at JEMSBOOKS with all my books! Happy Reading!

https://video214.com/custom-player/wqYUyVI2nwvRfG4aAsgQvw

Amazon.com: The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5 (Audible Audio Edition): Janice Spina, Janice Spina, Virtual Voice: Audible Books & Originals

Promotional banner for Janice Spina's bestselling fantasy series, Gateskin Chronicles, featuring the fifth book, 'The Powers of King Gateskin,' along with covers of other books in the series. Includes accolades and information about availability in print, eBooks, and audiobooks.
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Here are what other readers are saying about this series:

An image featuring the book cover of 'The Legend of the Taken Ones' by Janice Spina, accompanied by a review describing the book as an epic high-fantasy adventure reminiscent of Tolkien's style.
Gateskin Book 1
Book cover of 'The Legend of the Taken Ones' by Janice Spina with an Amazon review highlighting its epic, high-fantasy adventure theme.
Gateskin Book 1
A book cover titled 'The Unknown Territory' by Janice Spina, featuring a review mentioning dark magic and the King protecting his family and subjects.
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Cover of 'The Unknown Territory' by Janice Spina, featuring a scenic background and a quote from an Amazon review describing the book's adventurous themes.
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Cover of the book 'Search for the Medallion' by Janice Spina, featuring a fantasy landscape and a review quote highlighting the imaginative names of the characters.
Gateskin Book 3
Book cover of 'Search for the Medallion' from the Gateskin Chronicles series by Janice Spina, featuring a mystical design and accompanied by a review highlighting its appeal to both teens and adults.
Gateskin Book 3
Cover of the book 'Return of the Dragons' by Janice Spina with a review highlighting its magical story and imaginative elements.
A book cover for 'Return of the Dragons,' part of the Gateskin Chronicles series by Janice Spina, featuring a review excerpt praising its themes of magic and dragons.
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Book cover of 'The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 3' with a review highlighting its action, adventure, and intriguing characters.
Cover of 'The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5' featuring a fantasy landscape and a review highlighting its engaging storyline.
Gateskin Book 5

This series is an epic fantasy for YA and adults too. You will find magic, wizards, fairies, Sprites, unusual creatures that roam the land and threaten to harm all those who venture too close. It is the constant struggle of good again evil where the strongest will prevail. Are you ready to take your first step into King Gateskin’s world? Once you enter you will be unable to leave because you will be hooked! Enter carefully and keep your eyes open for there could be a creature behind you right now!

This series was epic to write, and it isn’t finished yet. There is one more book coming in 2027 which will complete the series. It is always sad to say goodbye to characters that are as real as you and I are. These characters have been in my mind for so long that I feel as if I am saying goodbye to family dear to me.

Of course, as soon as I begin another story or series, I will become engrossed once again in new characters, but I don’t mean to be fickle. The new characters will push their way into my brain and take over. Sorry, Gateskin and family. I will always love you!

If you want to add some fun and adventures to your reading, please pick up Gateskin Chronicles today for yourself and your YA and even middle-graders will love it!

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon because there is always something brewing at JEMSBOOKS!

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

AMAZON.CO.UK

BARNES & NOBLE

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A lovely review of An Angel Among Us!

Posted on July 17, 2026 by jjspina

I was thrilled to receive this new review of my short story collection: An Angel Among Us. It is always exciting to see reviews like this one. Thank you, Jim, for this wonderful review!

https://www.amazon.com/portal/customer-reviews/srp/-/RIBYKWGZI5SP0/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&ie=UTF8

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!

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

AMAZON.CO.UK

BARNES & NOBLE

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Make a Wish if you dare – read WISHES: A Short Story Collection!

Posted on July 16, 2026 by jjspina

Like the saying goes ‘Be Careful What You Wish for!’ That is what this short story collection is about. It tells us to be careful because we never know what will happen when we wish for something.

Amazon.com: Wishes: A Short Story Collection eBook : Spina, J.E.: Books

It was fun to create this selection. I had no idea what I was going to write until I sat down at my laptop and let my muse lead the way. These stories came to me in a flash one after the other. I had to hold my breath for I wasn’t prepared for what transpired. The stories made me think long and hard about the next time I made a wish.

Here are what others are saying about Wishes.

A digital book cover for 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by J. E. Spina, featuring a review quote praising the book for its enjoyable length and suitability for reading in one sitting, with a blurred background.
Book cover of 'WISHES: A Short Story Collection' featuring an image of a small house and a review quote praising its thought-provoking content.
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Cover of the book 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' with a review highlighting enjoyable stories with depth and surprising twists.
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Book cover of 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by J. Spina featuring a rustic scene, accompanied by a review quote praising its writing.
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A promotional image for the book 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by J. E. Spina, featuring a review praising the author's ability to provoke thought about desires and wishes.
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Cover of the book 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' with a review stating it features heartwarming stories and memorable characters.
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The more I write short stories the more I want to continue to create them for your reading enjoyment. They are quick and satisfying reads if you like stories with a twist and surprise. There are many times when I want to read something shorter especially after reading a long book of 500-600 pages. Sigh!

I find short stories enjoyable when I want something to read before I fall asleep at night but don’t want to get into something too long and complicated that I would forget when I woke the next morning. That has happened. Short stories are fun and fulfilling when you don’t want to get into something too deep. which could keep you from falling asleep.

If you haven’t checked out my short stories, please pick up this book or An Angel Among Us or the new book that is coming in August of this year. I’m sure they will satisfy your craving for a good and entertaining short story that will be memorable. Remember – reviews are welcome and appreciated at JEMSBOOKS! Thank you!

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!

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

AMAZON.CO.UK

BARNES & NOBLE

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Cover reveal coming soon of new book!

Posted on July 12, 2026 by jjspina
A book cover reveal graphic featuring a gray book with a torn paper effect, revealing the text 'YOUR'. The background is a light blue color, with 'Book Cover Reveal' text in a stylized font.

I will be publishing this new book on August 1st or after. It is a different kind of book – a new short story collection. It is gripping, haunting, and unexplainable. Do you dare read it? Delve into these tales and find out.

The cover is created by my husband, John, with my assistance hanging over his shoulder! Haha! I have to put in my two or three cents. I hope you will love it!

PS – This is a hint about the new book – read my other short story collection, An Angel Among Us, because one of the stories in there is the inspiration for this collection and is the continuation and conclusion of the story. Now, you will be wondering what is she talking about? Read this collection and try to guess which story I am continuing in this new collection. I hope you can guess which one it is, but I don’t think you will.

Amazon.com: An Angel Among Us: (A Short Story Collection) eBook : Spina, JE: Kindle Store

Stay tuned for more information once it is published.

Thank you so much for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Come back again where something is always brewing at JEMSBOOKS!

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

AMAZON.CO.UK

BARNES & NOBLE

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Summer Reading with JEMSBOOKS!

Posted on July 11, 2026 by jjspina

Summer is a perfect time to catch up on your reading. Most people are so busy working, taking care of their families and homes all year round that they don’t have time to read. Well, summer is here, time to catch up on your reading everyone.

There are books for children in rhyme with valuable life lessons, colorful illustrations and fun animals and adventures.

A collection of children's books displayed on a beach, featuring titles like 'The First Star,' 'Clarence Henry the Hermit,' 'Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier,' and 'Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe.'
Four children's books displayed on a sandy beach: 'Colby The Courageous Cat', 'Broose The Moose On The Loose', 'Sebastian Meets Marvin The Monkey', and 'Jesse The Precocious Polar Bear'.
A woman in a white dress walking along the beach near the ocean, with four colorful children's books displayed in the foreground. The titles are 'Louey the Lazy Elephant,' 'Ricky the Rambunctious Raccoon,' 'Jerry the Crabby Crayfish,' and 'Lamby the Lonely Lamb.'
The cover of 'Drystan the Dragon and Friends: Series Book 3 - Delbert Finds Himself' displayed on three digital devices against a blue background with cherry blossom branches.
A collection of four children's storybooks titled 'Make Believe', 'Make Believe is Fun', 'Make Believe Again', and 'Make Believe Once Again', displayed on a sandy beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky in the background.

Jemsbooks Children’s books are available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

A collage of children's book covers featuring various animal characters, each with a playful title and details about the authors and illustrators.
Promotional banner for award-winning author Janice (J.E.) Spina featuring her children's bedtime story series 'Make Believe'.
Cover design for the children's book 'The First Star' by Janice Spina featuring a bright star against a blue background. Includes accolades, author information, and a promotional note for 'Jems Books'.
Colorful promotional image for the book 'Family and Friends: Tales for Children' by Janice Spina, featuring various illustrations and information about the book, including age suitability and availability on Amazon.

Books for MG/PT/YA:

MG/PT/YA books are available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Three books from the 'Abby & Holly' series by Janice Spina displayed beside a swimming pool. The books are titled 'The Hidden Stairway', 'The Copper Key', and 'Faulty Timeline'.
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Three books from the 'Abby & Holly' series by Janice Spina, displayed on a wooden surface with a beach background and cloudy sky.
Abby & Holly
Three children's mystery books by Janice Spina displayed on a beachside table, with sunglasses in the foreground. The titles include 'The Case of the Sad Mischievous Ghost', 'The Case of the Brown Scraggly Dog', and 'The Case of the Mystery of the Bells'.
Davey & Derey
A beach scene featuring three eBooks of the 'Davey & Derek Junior Detectives' series by Janice Spina, displayed alongside a pair of sunglasses. The eBooks include covers titled 'The Case of the Missing Cell Phone,' 'The Case of the Mysterious Black Cat,' and 'The Case of the Magical Ivory Elephant.'
A collage of book covers by Janice Spina, featuring titles from the 'Davey & Derek Junior Detectives' series.
Promotional image for 'Abby & Holly' detective book series by Janice Spina, featuring book covers and a 5-star endorsement.

Purchase YA books here.

A display of four book covers by Janice Spina titled 'The Legend of the Taken Ones', 'The Unknown Territory', 'Search for the Medallion', and 'Return of the Dragons', set against a scenic beach background with palm trees.
A hand holding a smartphone displaying the cover of 'The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5' against a colorful sunset backdrop with palm trees and ocean.
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Novels for 18+:

JEMSBOOKS NOVELS FOR 18+ are available on Amazon as paperbacks, Audiobooks, and ebooks (Kindle) and Barnes & Noble as paperbacks.

A digital tablet displaying the cover of 'Hunting Mariah' by J.E. Spina alongside a physical book titled 'Mariah's Revenge,' set against a beach background with wooden pathways and a calm ocean.
A sandy beach background featuring three books titled 'How Far Is Heaven,' 'An Angel Among Us,' and 'Lubelia Alycia,' alongside a tablet displaying 'Lubelia Alycia' and a smartphone showing 'J.E. Spina in a Second,' with a red tropical drink in the foreground.
A display of four book covers by J.E. Spina set against a beach background with palm trees. The books are 'The Misunderstood Angel', 'Mission of Mercy', 'Mission of Love', and 'Mission of Hope'.
A digital tablet displaying the cover of 'An Angel Among Us' and a printed book titled 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by J.E. Spina, positioned next to a green leaf on a sandy beach background.
A collage of book covers by J.E. Spina featuring titles such as 'Hunting Mariah', 'Mariah's Revenge', 'How Far Is Heaven', and several books from the 'Branyrd the Angel Series'. Each cover includes distinct imagery and showcases the author's name prominently.
A promotional image for the book 'Wishes: A Short Story Collection' by Janice (J.E.) Spina, featuring a title with a rainbow, a well illustration, and text highlighting the book's age recommendation and availability on Amazon.

A new book is coming for 18+ – a short story collection in August!

I love creating stories for all ages in multi-genres. It’s exciting to create a story and sit back as the characters take over the tale. This roller-coaster of a ride spurns me on to keep writing.

I plan to continue my WIP, book 6 in the fantasy series, Gateskin Chronicles, that will complete the series.

Stock up your libraries and that of your own children and be prepared to catch up on your reading this summer. Enjoy and happy reading!

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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A birthday celebration dinner!

Posted on July 9, 2026 by jjspina

The celebrations continue for my birthday! My husband took me out for an early dinner or late lunch to a Greek restaurant – Fotia Greek Taverna in Manchester, NH. This was our first time dining here.

I found Fotia online and had to try it since I love Greek food. I took photos of our food from bread to salad to our meals and also of our lovely waitress, Marissa.

Sign for Fotia Restaurant & Bar, displaying the message 'Made Fresh Daily' and location details at 401 S. Willow St.
Exterior view of Fotia Greek Taverna, showcasing the restaurant's sign and entrance alongside a parked car and decorative flowers.
A smiling waitress with tattoos stands in a restaurant, wearing a black shirt and apron, with a bar and dining area visible in the background.
Interior of a restaurant featuring black chairs and tables, with a rustic stone wall and colorful artwork on the walls. Two customers are seated at a table, and condiment bottles are placed on the tables.
Interior view of a restaurant featuring bar seating, decorative wall art, and multiple televisions displaying various content. The space is lively with customers dining and a well-stocked bar in the background.
An older man smiling while cutting a piece of bread at a restaurant table with plates of food and dipping oil in view.
Bread and olive spread
A smiling woman with gray hair is sitting in a cozy booth. She is wearing a red top and a floral-patterned jacket, with earrings visible. The background shows a partially cloudy sky and greenery outside the window.
An older man in a black and white patterned shirt sitting at a dining table, looking at his meal. On the table, there are two plates; one with rice, grilled meat, and dipping sauces, and the other with food wraps. A blue beverage with a slice of orange is also visible.
Stuffed cabbages & Lamb chop dinner
A fresh salad served on a plate, featuring mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and feta cheese, accompanied by a small cup of dressing and a side of olives and oil.
Greek Salad
A table menu featuring the myth of Prometheus, detailing his gift of fire to humanity and the ensuing consequences, set in a restaurant context.
A white takeout bag featuring repeated phrases of 'Thank You' in English and Greek, with the name 'FOTIA' printed at the bottom.
A partially eaten container of baklava with flaky layers and nuts, alongside a hand with a ring in the background.
Baklava what was left of it at home
A smiling elderly couple holding glasses of pink champagne, celebrating together indoors.
A Prosecco toast after dinner at home

Everything was delicious from the loaf of crusty bread and olive spread, Greek salad, to our meals.

I had the lamb chop dinner which had five lamb chops and a good amount of rice pilaf. The lamb was cooked to perfection, tender and tasty. The rice was equally delicious. I ate all the rice and shared a chop with John but brought home two more chops for another time. It was more than enough to eat.

Each dinner came with two sides except the smaller meals. We chose to share a Greek salad. John’s meal was stuffed cabbages four, which was a smaller meal and cost less than the dinner portion which would have two larger stuffed cabbages plus two sides.

The waitress, Marissa, was so engaging and helpful when we asked many questions about items on the menu. She was accommodating in every way and even gave us our dessert, baklava, at no charge because it was my birthday. The baklava was decadently delicious without being too sweet like some I have had. I usually do not want to eat more than one bite. Unfortunately for my husband who bought only one piece, I ate almost half of it. It was too scrumptious to just have one taste!

I promised our waitress, Marissa, I would post my review on Yelp and also do a post about it on my blog since we were so pleased with our first meal experience there.

The atmosphere was pleasant with a pub feel to it, high top tables, lower tables and large booths that could accommodate four to six people. Greek influence all around on the walls added to the decor.

We definitely plan to return more times to try all the enticing items on the extensive menu.

If you are ever in the area, stop in and try this wonderful Greek restaurant and pub for an enjoyable meal and experience. I highly recommend it!

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!

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

AMAZON.CO.UK

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Celebrations of 250th Anniversary of America’s Independence! Happy Birthday, America!

Posted on July 8, 2026 by jjspina

Weather interfered with some of the celebrations but the show did go on! What a wonderful day of celebrations with the incredible tall ships from 55 other countries, the fabulous fireworks and music. This has been a memorable celebration that has inspired me and made me prouder than ever to be an American. I had to share all these photos of such a memorable day even if it is all over. It will stay in my memory forever.

Graphic featuring the text 'America 250' and 'Celebrating Freedom' against a colorful background with fireworks and a city skyline.
A television screen displaying a news segment about the Great American State Fair celebrating July 4th, featuring multiple jets performing a flyover.
A television screen displaying an image of jet planes flying in formation, leaving contrails, with a graphic announcing the Great American State Fair and July 4th celebrations in Washington.
Crowd celebrating the Fourth of July at the Great American State Fair, holding flags and cheering, with the U.S. Capitol in the background.
A group of runners in workout attire jogging along a road, with some participants carrying an American flag, in Leesburg, Virginia, alongside a red vehicle.
A tall ship with sails raised navigates near Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ, during an event celebrating 250 years of American excellence.
A view of Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ, featuring a tall ship with sails raised and a sightseeing boat labeled 'Statue city cruises'.
Aerial view of tall ships sailing down the Hudson River in New York City, with city buildings in the background.
A man in a suit speaking at a podium with the presidential seal in front of New York Harbor, with boats sailing in the background.
A parade of sail featuring tall ships with an American flag in New York Harbor.
A military flyover event over New York City, featuring boats in the water with spray jets, skyscrapers in the background, and clear blue skies.
A tall ship, the USCGC Eagle, sailing on the East River in New York City, with the American flag flying. The scene includes a live broadcast banner indicating a segment featuring LT Cmdr Andrew Horvath.
Aerial view of a tall ship sailing in New York City waters, with clear blue skies and water, during a maritime event.
A view of the Statue of Liberty with a clear sky in the background, displaying a banner about America's 250th birthday celebration.
A tall ship sailing on the East River in New York City, showcasing multiple sails and an American flag, with event information and a live broadcast indicator.
Night view of the Washington Monument illuminated with festive colors and surrounded by city lights, featuring a banner for America 250 celebrating freedom.
View of the Washington Monument illuminated with red, white, and blue lights, with a foggy backdrop and city lights in the distance, during the America 250 celebration.

We will experience 850K fireworks in between the rain! Incredible!

Fabulous singers and music – Lee Greenwood sang God Bless the USA
Original flag with 13 colonies

The following photos are of the most incredible fireworks I have ever seen, some of Veterans of WWII, Gold Star families and astronauts. President Trump thanked them all for their service.

Astronauts
Veteran of WWII
Veterans of WWII
Gold Star Families

It was a memorable and fabulous tribute to our country and our 250th Anniversary of our Independence.

It was a long night and delays attributed to a passing storm which put the fireworks pushed to almost midnight. Many people over 300K were there before the storm but some left leaving over 100K to persevere and stay for the festivities. We stayed awake for all of it which was well worth the wait. It was wonderful!

Thank you for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. I hope you enjoyed my photos. The ones of the fireworks couldn’t capture the fantastic display or the incredible excitement that was in the air. God bless you and yours.

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

AMAZON.CO.UK

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Happy Birthday to me and thank you for the birthday wishes!

Posted on July 7, 2026 by jjspina

Today I celebrated my 78th birthday, not quite as old as the USA! My two grown kids took me and my husband to a local restaurant for lunch. It was a lovely time to see my kids and grandkids all together. Only two of my grandsons couldn’t make it – working but they sent birthday wishes.

My husband sent me a gorgeous bunch of roses. My son gave me a gift certificate to a restaurant and my daughter gifted me a miniature rose plant. I felt so blessed to have such wonderful kids to remember me on my day,

A woman smiles while holding a potted pink rose plant, standing indoors by a window.
A smiling woman holding a large bouquet of red roses and purple flowers, standing by a mirror and a decorative elephant statue in a well-lit room.
A vase filled with red roses and purple flowers, sitting on a wooden table covered with placemats and a mirrored surface.

I have received many birthday wishes online and want to expend my thanks to all for sending them.

Thank you for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. Please come back again soon.

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

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Jjspina(at)comcast(dot)net

AMAZON.COM AUTHOR PAGE (All books)

AMAZON.COM JE SPINA NOVELS PAGE

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A New Book will be coming from JEMSBOOKS!

Posted on July 6, 2026 by jjspina

I am still working on Book 6 of Gateskin Chronicles but I have also written four short stories in one collection for 18+ under J.E. Spina. My husband is working on a cover and I will soon be publishing it after my beta readers look it over.

Working on two books at the same time is something that I have done in the past. My mind will wander to another idea or something that I have dreamed of and can’t get out of my mind. This particular collection is a continuation of a story that was in another short story collection, An Angel Among Us.

I will be sharing more about this collection soon along with the cover. Keep watching for it. The genre is mystery/thriller/paranormal/suspense and even a little horror which I do not like but this story called for it. Sigh! I was happy and relieved to get the story out of my head.

One reader of An Angel Among Us did mention that she thought some of my stories could be made into longer novels. Well, this is what I did. There are four stories that sort of continue into one another. They are based on the same thing that continues to grow with new characters. Did I pique your interest yet? I hope so.

In the meantime, read all the Gateskin Chronicles Books 1-5. Also, grab a copy of An Angel Among Us to read the story that was the beginning of the new series of short stories. As usual, I would love to hear your thoughts about any of my books through your reviews on Amazon.

JEMSBOOKS has plenty of reading for all ages with entertaining and engaging stories that children, middle-graders, preteens and young adults plus 18+ will love. Check out all the books to the right of this post and click on covers to stock up on summer reading for everyone in your family.

Also, here are my links to all my books:

Https://Amazon.com/author/janicespina7

Https://Amazon.com/author/jespina77

Thank you for stopping by to read this post and for your continued support. There is always something brewing at JEMSBOOKS, come on back soon!

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

AMAZON.CO.UK

BARNES & NOBLE

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