Monthly Archives: October 2017

Beautiful Aruba – One Happy Island!

Posted on October 31, 2017 by jjspina

There is nowhere else in this world that I have visited where I have felt more relaxed and refreshed than on the beautiful island 🌴 of Aruba. The weather is hot 85-95 all year round but with tropical breezes that cool … Continue reading →

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Jemsbooks for all occasions!

Posted on October 27, 2017 by jjspina

I recently finished a book signing which was a success! (sighs with relief) Thanks to my husband, John, for lifting, carrying and moving boxes from the car to the hall and back again. They may have been a little lighter … Continue reading →

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Is There Life Before and After Writing?

Posted on October 25, 2017 by jjspina

Growing up I was always shy, quiet and stayed to myself. My mother never had to entertain me or worry about me being bored. I had plenty to do and that was without any of the technology that we have … Continue reading →

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Introducing Author Victoria Zigler’s New Books!

Posted on October 23, 2017 by jjspina

Please check out these new books by author Victoria Zigler. Thank you, Victoria, for sharing them with us. Jenks the Degu lives in a cage with his three brothers: Jacob, Jasper and Joshua. It might seem like a strange place … Continue reading →

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Janice Spina –  Paranormal/Romance/Mystery

Posted on October 22, 2017 by jjspina

I don’t know how I missed this post on Susan Toy’s lovely blog. Thank you, Susan, for your kind support! If you haven’t checked out this book yet, I hope you will soon. Do you believe in love after death? … Continue reading →

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Jemsbooks – Book Signing on Saturday, October 21, 2017!

Posted on October 20, 2017 by jjspina

Book signing coming! Hurry over and check out all 17 Jemsbooks! Please stop by St. Lucy Church Sodality Craft Fair on Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 9-3 pm. I will be there signing 17 different Jemsbooks for purchase. There will … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Author Mike Martin!

Posted on October 18, 2017 by jjspina

I am pleased to have Mike Martin back again to do  a guest post about how his wonderful Sgt. Windflower Mystery Series was created. Thank you, Mike, for stopping by. It’s a pleasure to have you back. Thank you, Janice, … Continue reading →

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How Often Should I Publish Posts on my Blog?

Posted on October 16, 2017 by jjspina

This question has plagued me continually since I began blogging. How often should I publish posts on my blog? I don’t know the answer, do you? I don’t think there is a strict rule about this. I think it all … Continue reading →

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A Beautiful Weekend in the Mountains of New Hampshire!

Posted on October 16, 2017 by jjspina

We headed out on a glorious sunny Friday morning. The sky was a beautiful azure blue dotted with some small puffy clouds. It promised to be a lovely weekend for my niece’s wedding. We certainly all were praying for beautiful … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween and Vacation in Aruba!

Posted on October 13, 2017 by jjspina

This is a busy time of the year for me. This month has been especially busy. We have a family wedding this weekend, a book signing next weekend, a family member is moving any day now, and a trip to … Continue reading →

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