Monthly Archives: January 2024

Book Award – Maincrest Media for Hunting Mariah!

Posted on January 18, 2024 by jjspina

I was happily surprised and honored to receive an award from Maincrest Media for my crime/thriller/mystery/suspense novel – Hunting Mariah! Here is the link to my book award page. Thank you, Maincrest Media, for this award. I am honored and … Continue reading →

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Another Snowstorm in New England! Birds are hungry!

Posted on January 17, 2024 by jjspina

I woke up this morning 1/16/24 to snow, snow and more snow. It is expected to continue snowing all day. I love it as long as I don’t have to go out or drive in it. At breakfast I snapped … Continue reading →

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day!

Posted on January 16, 2024 by jjspina

Here’s to a great man who strived to make a difference in the lives of many. His message is still resonating today. I apologize for featuring this a little late. Here is a link to learn more about this incredible … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 16, 2024 by jjspina

Today I am showcasing my children’s book, Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier. Lucy was a toy terrier mix that I loved for 16 years. She did all the things that I mention in this book and was quite talented in … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 15, 2024 by jjspina

I am showcasing today my children’s book, Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab. Clarence was a real hermit crab that was once a pet in our fish tank. He could be cantankerous at times but he was loved and appreciated by … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 14, 2024 by jjspina

Today I am showcasing my children’s book – Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe. I wrote this story for a little boy who was afraid of loud noises. I never met the boy but was told by his grandmother who came to … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Colby the Courageous Cat – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 13, 2024 by jjspina

This post is showcasing my children’s book – Colby the Courageous Cat. Colby was my daughter’s cat. He was an independent, free and wild creature who came and went in and out of our house at will. He loved being … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 12, 2024 by jjspina

I am showcasing my seventh children’s book today, Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey. This book was written for my youngest grandson when he was two years old. After I wrote a book for his sister he wanted one about his … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Broose the Moose on the Loose – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 11, 2024 by jjspina

Today I am showcasing my children’s book, Broose the Moose on the Loose. Since I am from New Hampshire, the state that has plenty of deer, moose and other animals I had to write about a moose. I wanted children … Continue reading →

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Showcasing – Jesse the Precocious Polar Bear – a Children’s Book!

Posted on January 10, 2024 by jjspina

In this post I am showcasing my children’s books, Jesse the Precocious Polar Bear. I wrote this story for a little boy I met while vacationing in Aruba one year. I started a conversation with this little boy in the … Continue reading →

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