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About jjspina

Janice is a multi-award-winning author with 50 books: 23 children's books for PS-Gr 4, 12 middle-grade/preteen, four young adult books, all written by Janice Spina, and nine novels, and two short story collections written by J.E. Spina. She is also a writer of poetry, blogger, avid reader, reviewer, copy editor and supporter of her fellow authors. Janice has always loved writing and started young writing poetry, then stories. Her books have received 50 Book Awards and a few finalists awards, and many 5-star reviews from Readers’ Favorite Book Awards and on Amazon. All Janice's books are available on Amazon.com in paperback, eBook and audiobook formates, B&N and other online book sites. Her hobbies are crocheting, sewing, walking to keep fit, hula hooping, tap dancing, going to dinner with her husband, and spending time with family and friends. Janice loves to hear from readers and appreciates reviews. Sign up on her blog http://jemsbooks.blog for updates of her books. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband who is her illustrator and cover creator and two tanks of fish.

More snow and another storm coming over the weekend!

Posted on January 28, 2026 by jjspina

It’s been a long time since we received so much snow! We already had about two feet of snow and just receive several more inches. Another snowstorm is expected this coming weekend. Yikes! I may have to go out and … Continue reading →

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Back to WIP and staying warm!

Posted on January 27, 2026 by jjspina

I am so relieved that I survived clearing out the generator. Now I can get back to my WIP which has been nagging me to return. All my characters are itching to share their stories. They are giving me a … Continue reading →

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A monster of a storm!

Posted on January 26, 2026 by jjspina

A huge snowstorm hit most of the country from Texas up to Maine. New Hampshire got at least two feet of snow and it will keep snowing until later Monday and maybe into Tuesday. I didn’t mind it while I … Continue reading →

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Thank you for your support!

Posted on January 23, 2026 by jjspina

The AllAuthor.com Book Cover Contest is now over. I finished at #30. Sadly, I did not make the cut with the first 24. I want to extend my sincere thanks for all your kind support in voting for my cover … Continue reading →

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What is my favorite genre to write?

Posted on January 23, 2026 by jjspina

I have been asked this question many times in the past. What is your favorite genre to write? Since I write in many genres and I enjoy them all, there is one that I love more. Can you guess which … Continue reading →

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JemsBooks for all ages – award-winning books!

Posted on January 20, 2026 by jjspina

Are you looking for an award-winning book to read? JemsBooks has 50 books – 23 children’s, 12 middle-grade/preteen, four Young Adult, nine novels and two short story collections for 18+. JemsBooks has won 50 awards amongst all these books. Some … Continue reading →

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My WIP – Gateskin Chronicles Book 5!

Posted on January 19, 2026 by jjspina

I have been working on my latest book – Gateskin Chronicles Book 5, nearly every day this week. I only have over 100 pages and nine chapters completed. There are a lot of things happening and the characters have me … Continue reading →

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AllAuthor.com Book Cover Contest in Round 3!

Posted on January 18, 2026 by jjspina

Please vote to keep my cover in the running. It is now in Round 3 only 24 will go through! I am presently at 23! Yikes! I would greatly appreciate your vote today! God bless you! https://allauthor.com/cover-of-the-month/20292/ Things look tight … Continue reading →

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It happened again!!!

Posted on January 13, 2026 by jjspina

We have a beautiful plant called an hibiscus. We have had this plant for twenty odd years now. It was gifted to me by my son and family one Mother’s Day! I have loved this plant for all those years … Continue reading →

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An Angel Among Us – A Short Story Collection!

Posted on January 12, 2026 by jjspina

Do you love short stories with a twist? Check out my short story collection – An Angel Among Us! FIVE STAR REVIEW FROM READERS’ FAVORITE BOOK AWARDS!  A collection of short stories that covers several genres including romance, grief/loss, mystery, … Continue reading →

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