Monthly Archives: May 2021

Summer is Racing Toward Us!

Posted on May 31, 2021 by jjspina

Here in New England we had a few days of heat in the 80’s and 90’s that felt like it was already summer! But today it is much cooler in the 50’s! The whole Memorial Day weekend is supposed to … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day! Time to Remember those who Served!

Posted on May 29, 2021 by jjspina

I wrote part of this post for Memorial Day in 2013 and 2020 and thought both posts said it all for this special day of remembrance. Please remember those who served proudly and bravely for their country so we could … Continue reading →

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My New Book and Review is on Sally Cronin’s Blog!

Posted on May 28, 2021 by jjspina

So excited to see my new review on Sally Cronin’s fabulous blog! Thank you so much, Sally, for your kindness and support. Congrats to my fellow authors for their lovely books and reviews there too – Mary Smith, Elizabeth Merry, … Continue reading →

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Another Review of Lubelia Alycea!

Posted on May 25, 2021 by jjspina

I feel blessed to receive another wonderful new review of my latest book, Lubelia Alycea, historical/romance/fiction. This book means so much to be because it is dedicated to my Avoa (grandmother) who inspired me to write this story. I used … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading for Children – PS-Grade 3!

Posted on May 24, 2021 by jjspina

It’s time to start thinking about some fun summer reading for your young children to keep them busy during the long, lazy, hot days of summer. This year is especially necessary since children have been out of school so much … Continue reading →

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Getting Out and About More – Fully Vaccinated and Feeling Safer!

Posted on May 21, 2021 by jjspina

The latest news about masks here in the USA is – if we are fully vaccinated and two weeks beyond our last vaccination we are safe to go out and about without our masks. Of course we still have to … Continue reading →

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A New Review of Historical Fiction/Romance, Lubelia Alycea!

Posted on May 20, 2021 by jjspina

I am thrilled to receive another wonderful review of my newest novel, Lubelia Alycea, an historical fiction/romance. It is a joyful feeling to see that a reader enjoyed my book. I feel vindicated and encouraged to write some more. Thank … Continue reading →

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Working on a new project – A YA Fantasy Series Book 1!

Posted on May 19, 2021 by jjspina

I couldn’t stay away from working so I started on my 36th book – a YA Fantasy. I wrote this book ten years ago at the same time I wrote Lubelia Alycea, a recent publication. These two books are quite … Continue reading →

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A New Review of Lubelia Alycea – Historical/Romance/Fiction!

Posted on May 17, 2021 by jjspina

It feels like an early Christmas present when I receive a review! It is always a joy to receive a new review of any of my books. This review is of my newest novel, Lubelia Alycea One Hundred Years, a(n) … Continue reading →

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Abby & Holly Book 1: School Dance – Three Books to be Given Away!

Posted on May 15, 2021 by jjspina

Have your children read Abby & Holly Series Book 1: School Dance yet? I have three books I would like to give away to the first three that contact me at jjspina(at)Comcast(dot)net. Put in Subject line – free book -AH … Continue reading →

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