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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.

Books Read and Reviewed in October 2025!

Posted on November 1, 2025 by jjspina

Here it is already the end of another month. Where does the time go? I have been busy as usual reading some wonderful books for the month of October of 2025. Here are the 8 books I read and reviewed for October. … Continue reading →

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Do Your Kids Love Elephants?

Posted on October 29, 2025 by jjspina

The first book I published was about a baby elephant, Louey the Lazy Elephant. I love elephants, expecially babies. They are so sweet and comical just like children. If you haven’t checked out Louey, please click on his cover to the right … Continue reading →

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Are you ready for Halloween?

Posted on October 28, 2025 by jjspina

Are you ready for the trick-or-treaters that will be coming your way soon? They will come in all sizes and in myriad collection of costumes. Have your candy ready but remember to treat your children to some fun reading. They … Continue reading →

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It’s Time for a Breather once again!

Posted on October 25, 2025 by jjspina

I will be taking some time off before the holidays to catch my breath. This year I wrote and published three books. One of these books was an epic adventure/fantasy that took me most of the year to complete. It … Continue reading →

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Books for Halloween with Ghosts!

Posted on October 24, 2025 by jjspina

I wrote a series for girls with ghosts, haunted house and two girls who are cousins and close as sisters who live in the same house with their mothers. It is called, Abby & Holly. It is a series with … Continue reading →

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Looking for some intriguing stories for Halloween?

Posted on October 23, 2025 by jjspina

I have 50 books at present and working on more for 2026 and beyond. I write in multi-genres for all ages. The only genre I haven’t written is anything about zombies and really scary horror stories. That is because I … Continue reading →

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Books for 18+ for Halloween!

Posted on October 22, 2025 by jjspina

What’s better than delving into a novel that is gripping and unforgettable. JemsBooks has novels for 18+ that are gripping, mysterious, suspenseful and unforgettable. Happy Reading this Halloween and all year through. Be prepared to delve into all these novels, … Continue reading →

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YA Books for Halloween!

Posted on October 21, 2025 by jjspina

Here are some YA books for your young adults to read. They won’t be going trick or treating, most likely. Give them something to read instead. I assure you that my books will keep them reading and wanting more books. … Continue reading →

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Books for Halloween – MG/PT!

Posted on October 20, 2025 by jjspina

Your middle-graders and preteens need books not more candy at Halloween. Check out all the books available from JemsBooks for your kids to keep them reading so that their reading levels will improve while they are enjoying entertaining mysteries, magic, … Continue reading →

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Children’s Books for Halloween – no candy – no cavities!

Posted on October 19, 2025 by jjspina

Books are perfect for every occasion and anytime of the year. JemsBooks has books for all ages and in all genres. These books below are for children. Stock up your libraries and get your children reading today and eating less … Continue reading →

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