Monthly Archives: January 2025

New Book Trailer for Branyrd the Angel Book 4: Mission of Hope!

Posted on January 31, 2025 by jjspina

I recently created this book trailer with Animoto.com. This is the place to go to create a book trailer. I have created several with them now and am happy with the results. I upgraded to the Professional level which offers … Continue reading →

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Earthquake in New England!

Posted on January 30, 2025 by jjspina

On Monday, January 27, 2025 in late morning we felt the vibrations and rumbling of an earthquake. I was in my bathroom when I felt this quaking. The whole room and walls appeared to be vibrating with rattling sounds all … Continue reading →

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Where Does Inspiration Come from?

Posted on January 29, 2025 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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Nearing my goal of 50 books!

Posted on January 28, 2025 by jjspina

I made a goal of 50 books before I stop writing or are unable to write. At currently 47 books with two WIP, I am nearing my goal of 50 books. At the time I made this goal, I didn’t … Continue reading →

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Working on a new book trailer for Branyrd the Angel Book 4!

Posted on January 27, 2025 by jjspina

I hadn’t created a book trailer since my last fantasy book and forgot how difficult it could be. Sigh! It is not easy to find photos about things or feelings that would look good in this trailer. I wanted to … Continue reading →

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Visitor footprints in the snow!

Posted on January 24, 2025 by jjspina

We recently had another snowfall which was not at all substantial but was enough to showcase all the visitors we have had to our yard. We don’t see all this traffic because some of it may come very early or … Continue reading →

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An adorable new follower of JemsBooks children’s books!

Posted on January 23, 2025 by jjspina

I was so happy to receive a photo from my nephew’s wife of their adorable boy. Lucas is a one-year-old and such a joyful little guy. I love him to bits! I saw him recently at Christmas time and got … Continue reading →

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Unputdownable thriller/suspense/crime fiction novel – Mariah’s Revenge!

Posted on January 22, 2025 by jjspina

This post is to highlight the sequel to Hunting Mariah. Mariah’s Revenge was written four years later. It picks up where the first book ended with a bang. I was relieved when I finished both books for the disturbing dreams … Continue reading →

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An unforgettable and emotional historical/romance fiction read – Lubelia Alycea!

Posted on January 21, 2025 by jjspina

This story comes from my memories of my incomparable grandmother. She was known as Avoa which is grandmother in Portuguese. Everyone who met her would call her Avoa. They thought that was her name. Haha! My grandmother was a strong, … Continue reading →

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An intriguing novel – mystery/romance/clairvoyant – In a Second!

Posted on January 20, 2025 by jjspina

In a Second is an intriguing novel with mystery and clairvoyant episodes throughout adding multi-dimension to the story. There also is a charming character who will capture your heart and bring a smile to your face. Many readers loved this … Continue reading →

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