Monthly Archives: January 2016

What is the best advice I’d give an author? (Guest Post)…

Posted on January 13, 2016 by jjspina

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
What is the best advice I’d give an author? How many times have you thought about this question? Those of you who know me would remember I’d say “Never give…

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Stevie interviews author, promoter and publisher Susan Toy

Posted on January 12, 2016 by jjspina

Originally posted on Stevie Turner:
? ? ? I am pleased to be able to share another of my 20 question interviews, this time with author, promoter and publisher Susan Toy.  Susan, apart from writing novels and publishing them through imprints IslandCatEditions and IslandShorts, also goes…

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If We Were Having Coffee – #weekendcoffeeshare – January 9th, 2016

Posted on January 11, 2016 by jjspina

Check out this exciting short story by blogger extraordinaire, Hugh Roberts’ on his fabulous blog! He will shock you. Ladies beware of your lipstick! Lol!

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Guest Post by Blogger, Hugh Roberts – How to Become a Successful Blogger!

Posted on January 11, 2016 by jjspina

Please welcome blogger extraordinaire, Hugh Roberts, to Jemsbooks Guest Post. Thank you, Hugh, for coming today! It is a pleasure to see you. If anyone wants to learn about how to be successful at blogging, Hugh Roberts is the one … Continue reading →

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Rafflecopter Begins 1/11/16 – 1/18/16!

Posted on January 4, 2016 by jjspina

RAFFLECOPTER HAS ENDED! Drum roll please! I chose two random winners for this giveaway. Congratulations to the winners! I decided to choose two. They are – BARBARA MOJICA BETTE A. STEVENS I have emailed both winners and will mail out … Continue reading →

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What to Do about Reviews Disappearing from Amazon (Proactive Solutions)

Posted on January 4, 2016 by jjspina

Originally posted on chrismcmullen:
REVIEWS REMOVED FROM AMAZON It’s a well-known fact: Amazon blocks and removes numerous four- and five-star reviews, but almost never removes a one- or two-star review. You have two choices: Get upset about it. Find a…

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Authors … want to be promoted on RR?

Posted on January 3, 2016 by jjspina

Originally posted on Reading Recommendations:
It’s really quite simple … read the instructions on my About Page! If you are an author who has checked the alphabetical listings (above) and been disappointed because your name was NOT among the authors…

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Goodreads Giveaway – Davey & Derek Junior Detectives, Book 2, The Case of the Mysterious Black Cat!

Posted on January 3, 2016 by jjspina

Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series, Book 2, The Case of the Mysterious Black Cat (middle-grade book for Grades 4-7, ages 9-12) Link to Goodreads Giveaway Three books will be given away. See if you are in the location noted … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Author Charles E Yallowitz!

Posted on January 2, 2016 by jjspina

Legends of Windemere, The Mercenary Prince Jason Pedersen (www.jasonpedersen.com) the cover artist Behind the Legends of Windemere Thank you to Janice for letting me write a guest blog and help promote the latest volume of my sword & sorcery series, … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year Everyone!

Posted on January 1, 2016 by jjspina

I want to wish all my readers, followers and dear friends who have supported me in 2015 a wonderful New Year filled with love, promise, hope and prosperity! Thank you! My Accomplishments: In 2015 I published two children’s books, two … Continue reading →

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