Monthly Archives: February 2026

A wonderful review of In a Second from Readers’ Favorite Book Awards!

Posted on February 28, 2026 by jjspina

https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/in-a-second l was thrilled to see this review on Readers’ Favorite Book Awards! It is always a wonderful feeling to read that a reader enjoyed my book! It encourages me to want to write some more. This book began with … Continue reading →

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The Power of Reading: Boost Your Child’s Brain Development

Posted on February 24, 2026 by jjspina

This is a post I wrote in the past that I would like to share with you again for its importance to all parents about reading and the development of your children’s brains. How important is reading to children’s brain … Continue reading →

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Winter Wonder: Navigating Heavy Snow Woes

Posted on February 23, 2026 by jjspina

This winter has been the snowiest winter in a long time. We have had over three feet of snow in total and are expecting another foot over night. Where do we put it? The snow has melted a little recently … Continue reading →

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How to Create Inspiring Stories: Tips from an Author

Posted on February 22, 2026 by jjspina

I have been asked this question many times – How do you create stories? Well, I usually answer quickly this way – To create stories, I use some of my own experiences, dreams I have, things I read or hear … Continue reading →

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The Lifelong Joy of Reading: A Personal Journey

Posted on February 16, 2026 by jjspina

I have always been a good reader (per my first grade teacher). Once I learned how to read I couldn’t stop. The world opened up to me in a surprising way! I knew that I would never been able to … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to My Beloved BFF, Fran

Posted on February 15, 2026 by jjspina

Do you have a special memory or memories of your BFF? I have many but these memories are all I will have now. She passed in June of 2025 from stage 4 ovarian cancer. Her name was Fran. She and … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day: Perfect Books to Gift Yourself or Kids

Posted on February 14, 2026 by jjspina

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! Valentine’s Day is a day to remember those you love. If you don’t have a significant other to buy something special for, purchase something for yourself or a child. If you love to read then JemsBooks has … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day: Love and Kindness

Posted on February 13, 2026 by jjspina

Hope you have a lovely Valentine’s Day! Be kind to someone you love today! A previous post to be shared again. Some of the roses I have received from my husband for Valentine’s Day! Enjoy! What does Valentine’s Day mean … Continue reading →

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WIP is coming along slowly – Check out all the books in Gateskin Chronicles today for Valentine’s Day!

Posted on February 10, 2026 by jjspina

I am working as much as I can on my WIP – Book 5 of Gateskin Chronicles! It is another epic fantasy that claims my time immensely. I try to put in a couple of hours a day or at … Continue reading →

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It’s Snowing Again!

Posted on February 9, 2026 by jjspina

Another day of snow, snow and more snow is here! We still haven’t melted the other foot or so. This new snow fall is landing at least 4-5 inches maybe more. Here are some photos of our back deck that … Continue reading →

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