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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.

Halloween is almost upon us – perfect time to read!

Posted on October 15, 2025 by jjspina

Halloween is almost here! Instead of giving your children candy, what about some books? JemsBooks has books for all ages. Check them out and stock up your children’s libraries for some fun adventures in reading. They will say,’Look Mom, no … Continue reading →

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Time to close down the back deck for the year!

Posted on October 14, 2025 by jjspina

It’s always sad to see the summer end. We know it is time to close down the back deck and put away all the furniture and umbrella. My husband was busy doing this recently with a little bit of help … Continue reading →

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My new book has arrived!

Posted on October 8, 2025 by jjspina

I was excited to see my new book in print – WISHES: A SHORT STORY COLLECTION! It looks so pretty! I love the cover by my husband! He is happy with it too. When the box arrived, I had to … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin eaters!

Posted on October 6, 2025 by jjspina

We recently put two pumpkins out on our front steps. We are keeping an eye on them for any critters who love to eat pumpkins. There are little teeth marks already on them. We sprayed them with vinegar but they … Continue reading →

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A recipe from Janice’s Kitchen Corner – Stuffed Peppers!

Posted on October 5, 2025 by jjspina

I made this recipe at my husband’s request. He loves my Stuffed Peppers. I like a red pepper while he wanted a green pepper. I hope you enjoy this recipe too. I made two stuffed peppers and had 1 lb … Continue reading →

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The last hurrah of the summer flowers!

Posted on October 4, 2025 by jjspina

It is sad to see all the flowers slowing disappearing and drying up as the summer slowly moves into autumn. Luckily I have some inside plants that are flowering well. I hope they cheer you up while they are still … Continue reading →

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Books Read and Reviewed in September 2025!

Posted on October 3, 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 September of 2025. Here are the 11 books I read and reviewed for September. … Continue reading →

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Mom’s Choice Awards – Gold Medal – Return of the Dragons: Gateskin Chronicles!

Posted on September 30, 2025 by jjspina

I am honored to announce that my book, Return of the Dragons: Gateskin Chronicles Book 4 has earned the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award. Having been rigorously evaluated by a panel of MCA evaluators, Return of the Dragons is deemed to … Continue reading →

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Newest Promos by BMGN of JemsBooks!

Posted on September 29, 2025 by jjspina

My newest children’s book. Thank you BMGN for these wonderful promos! Family and Friends: Tales for Children by Janice Spina. Novels by J.E. Spina – multi-genres JemsBooks has books for all ages and in multi-genres. If you are looking for … Continue reading →

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How do you stay positive?

Posted on September 28, 2025 by jjspina

Some days it is difficult to stay positive with so many negative things happening around us in our lives and in our world. What do you do to stay positive? Here is a link to staying positive. Here is another … Continue reading →

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