Monthly Archives: September 2022

Fall is coming! Cooler Temps too! A Early Happy Birthday Celebration!

Posted on September 18, 2022 by jjspina

As I have mentioned in many posts in the past that fall is my favorite time of year. The temps are cooler and more comfortable. The air is crisper and clearer. The sky is bright. The trees begin their transformation … Continue reading →

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Do you love Fantasy? I’m not sure yet!

Posted on September 13, 2022 by jjspina

Fantasy isn’t my favorite genre. But here I am writing a six-book fantasy series! Who can figure? I didn’t realize how difficult it is to write. I was used to writing children’s, MG/PT/YA and novels for 18+. Here are books … Continue reading →

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Reading is Good for You! Let’s Get Reading!

Posted on September 12, 2022 by jjspina

Do you know that Reading is Good for You? This is a post that I update and send out each year to remind everyone how important reading is to our health and wellbeing. Not only that, it is fun and … Continue reading →

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It’s been 21 years since 9/11! Never Forget 9/11/01!

Posted on September 11, 2022 by jjspina

Please keep all those who love their lives on this horrendous day in your prayers. May we never forget! May we stay strong and resilient in tough times. May we be America Strong! May the world be strong! There are … Continue reading →

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Summer is almost gone but the Rose of Sharon Bushes are Thriving!

Posted on September 11, 2022 by jjspina

I have been sharing our gorgeous Rose of Sharon bushes with you every year as they blossom. This year they have been most prolific. I guess they love the hot and dry weather we have had. Here are some recent … Continue reading →

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What is your favorite genre?

Posted on September 10, 2022 by jjspina

I am an eclectic writer, writing in different genres and jumping back and forth between age groups too. It’s crazy but I love doing it. I feel like I stay fresh if I keep switching things up and challenging myself … Continue reading →

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Summer is almost over! Get back to more reading on Nook or Kindle?

Posted on September 9, 2022 by jjspina

As the summer wanes we may find we are bored and need something new to read. Amazon has million upon millions of choices. I hope you will choose some of my books when you are looking for something new and … Continue reading →

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Busy with WIP – Watch for New Book Coming Soon! Last day for $1.99 Kindle Countdown Deal Ends 9/9/22!

Posted on September 8, 2022 by jjspina

I have been so busy working on my WIP that I haven’t had time to write a post here. I am now into the editing stages. After reading through several times I will send it along to my beta readers … Continue reading →

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Kindle Countdown Deal – The Legend of the Taken Ones (Gateskin Chronicles Book 1) – $1.99 beginning 9/5/22 and ending 9/9/22!

Posted on September 5, 2022 by jjspina

Now is the time to grab your copy of my fantasy series book 1: The Legend of the Taken Ones (Gateskin Chronicles Book 1)! I am featured a Kindle Countdown Deal beginning 9/5/22 and ending 9/9/22! Check it out and … Continue reading →

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Sebas Jr. – Hermit Crab Molted again!

Posted on September 4, 2022 by jjspina

Our Hermit Crab – Sebas Jr. has molted again! He keeps getting bigger and bigger. Soon he will need a larger shell. We are anxious each time he molts. During the molting time a hermit crab can succumb to the … Continue reading →

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