Monthly Archives: May 2023

New Children’s Book is here! Cover reveal!

Posted on May 31, 2023 by jjspina

Sorry I didn’t do a cover reveal sooner but I was away on vacation for two weeks and just published the book yesterday (5/28/23). But here it is in all its glory. The cover was designed by John Spina. It … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day – A Time to Remember those who Served!

Posted on May 30, 2023 by jjspina

Here is a post from the past. I thought it was appropriate to share it again this year. I wrote part of this post for Memorial Day in 2013 and 2020 and thought both posts said it all for this … Continue reading →

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Back to WIP and social media!

Posted on May 29, 2023 by jjspina

Well, as of this post I am officially back to work on WIP and social media. However, I am having a problem getting email on my phone and iPad. I hope I can work that out soon. If you have … Continue reading →

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Getting into the swing of things once again! A Surprise Gift!

Posted on May 28, 2023 by jjspina

Now that vacation is over, I am trying really hard to get into the swing of things. I called family to check in to say that I was home safe and sound (maybe)! Also, I needed to find out what … Continue reading →

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What’s Coming in 2023 from Jemsbooks?

Posted on May 26, 2023 by jjspina

Each year I hope to publish 4-5 books. This year I plan to do that again. As of this writing I have published Make Believe is Fun: Bedtime Stories for Children in January 2023, Mission of Mercy: Branyrd the Angel … Continue reading →

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A Lovely Viking River Cruise!

Posted on May 25, 2023 by jjspina

My latest break was on a Viking River Cruise on the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers. This was our first River cruise which turned out to be quite unforgettable in many ways, some good and some not. I will explain … Continue reading →

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Have your YA read Gateskin Chronicles Book 1 & 2 Yet?

Posted on May 23, 2023 by jjspina

Looking for an epic fantasy with adventures that will keep you engaged? Please check out my fantasy series, The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles. I wrote this series for YA but adults will enjoy it too! This epic … Continue reading →

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Break is almost over!

Posted on May 22, 2023 by jjspina

I am closing in on the end of my break from social media and my WIP. Of course I have been checking in to see if anyone is trying to contact me or if there are some urgent needs to … Continue reading →

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Stay Tuned for a special post or two coming after 5/23/23! Get on the Jemsbooks Express with your Children today!

Posted on May 19, 2023 by jjspina

I am writing this ahead of time but I want to let you know that I will be posting some special things coming up in the last week of May. Stay tuned for that. I’m sure you will enjoy them! … Continue reading →

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Baltimore Oriole bird and Hummingbirds are now here!

Posted on May 18, 2023 by jjspina

It is time to celebrate because my two favorite birds have arrived looking for their feeders as in many years past. We can always tell if they have been here before since they instinctively know where my husband places their … Continue reading →

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