Monthly Archives: May 2019

Books Read in the Month of May 2019!

Posted on May 31, 2019 by jjspina

The months are flying by too quickly. The year is nearly half over. I have read 13 books in May of 2019 which I am sharing with you here in this new segment of Jemsbooks.blog Monthly Reads. I hope you … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day – Remember Those Who Served!

Posted on May 26, 2019 by jjspina

Here is a post I wrote in 2018 that I wanted to share again. May God bless all those who honor and serve their country. Memorial Day is coming soon! Thank a soldier that you know or meet for their … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading for Kids of All Ages!

Posted on May 24, 2019 by jjspina

This is a post I previously wrote back in 2017 and wanted to share again in time for the summer. Jemsbooks for all ages for fun summer reading for the whole family! Pre-School – Grade 3  – Written in rhyme … Continue reading →

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Reading is Good for You!

Posted on May 22, 2019 by jjspina

Jemsbooks.com  This is a post I wrote back in 2017 that I wanted to share again. The Books for all ages! When we read a book it is like traveling around the world, or to outer space, or to a … Continue reading →

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What Constitutes Success in Life?

Posted on May 20, 2019 by jjspina

Dictionaries state that Success is: The favorable or prosperous termination of attempts or endeavors, the accomplishments of one’s goals. The attainment of wealth, position, honors, or the like A performance or achievement that is marked by success, so by the … Continue reading →

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Calling all Authors for Guest Posts or Interviews!

Posted on May 18, 2019 by jjspina

I happened upon a wonderful post today by Mindy McGinnis on her blog. Check it out here. She gives a list of six ways to support your favorite authors. We authors will thank you for all that you can do to … Continue reading →

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What Will You and Your Children be Reading this Summer?

Posted on May 16, 2019 by jjspina

It feels like summer will never get here. This spring in New England USA has been rainy and cold. But we New Englanders are a hardy stock and know that if we just show a little patience summer will be … Continue reading →

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Hummingbirds are now here!!

Posted on May 15, 2019 by jjspina

HUMMINGBIRDS ARE NOW HERE! This is a post I wrote previously about hummingbirds that I wanted to share with you again. My husband spotted the first hummingbird to our feeder this year (5/7/19). I missed it but will keep my … Continue reading →

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Where Does Inspiration Come from?

Posted on May 13, 2019 by jjspina

I wonder sometimes where inspiration comes from. I never know when or where my muse is going to inspire me. Plans can be made sometimes to write but they don’t always work out. When I write a book I begin … Continue reading →

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