Category Archives: animal stories

An animal’s life – Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier!

Posted on June 23, 2026 by jjspina

Do your children love dogs? Read Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier and learn about my beloved pet, Lucy. MOM’S CHOICE AWARD – SILVER MEDAL WINNER! This book is based on my dog, Lucy, who I had for 16 years. She … Continue reading →

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Broose the Moose on the Loose – a lesson in accepting differences!

Posted on May 31, 2026 by jjspina

As a mother and grandmother I know how important it is for children to read, that there are valuable life lessons and nothing is frightening for children. You will find this in all JEMSBOOKS for children. PS-Grade 3 and older. … Continue reading →

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A lovely new review of Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab!

Posted on September 7, 2025 by jjspina

I was thrilled to see a new review of my children’s book, Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab. Thank you so much, Barbara, for the lovely review. I was pleased to hear. that you enjoyed it! Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab … Continue reading →

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Do your children love raccoons!

Posted on July 22, 2025 by jjspina

It may be difficult to love a raccoon. They are rascals, for sure! My book, Ricky the Rambunctious Raccoon is a character that your children will enjoy reading about. This story is told at night under the cover of darkness … Continue reading →

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Get your kids reading with Jemsbooks!

Posted on November 9, 2024 by jjspina

When I write children’s books I think like a child and visualize what kids would like to read. Most of my children’s books are in rhyme and all carry important life lessons and good family values. Parents will also love … Continue reading →

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Children’s books about my pets!

Posted on September 20, 2024 by jjspina

All my children’s books are about animals as you can see but some are about pets I have had. Here are the books I wrote about previous pets I have. I wanted to keep their memories alive in books for … Continue reading →

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Limerick – Jemsbooks – Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier!

Posted on September 1, 2024 by jjspina

This is an old post that I wrote last year. I hope you will enjoy reading about my dog Lucy, who was a cherished pet for 16 years. I miss her still! Here is the last limerick for my young … Continue reading →

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Limericks – Jemsbooks – Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe!

Posted on August 30, 2024 by jjspina

I wrote this story after meeting a woman at a book signing who told me about her nervous grandson named Jeffrey. She asked if I would write a story for him. I agreed and tried to reach her at the … Continue reading →

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Limerick – Jemsbooks – Colby the Courageous Cat!

Posted on August 29, 2024 by jjspina

I wrote this story in memory of my daughter’s cat, Colby. He was a fearless cat who loved being outside and staying away for a day or so as he hunted all the animals in our neighborhood. We used to … Continue reading →

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Limerick – Jemsbooks – Sebastian Meets Marvin the Monkey!

Posted on August 28, 2024 by jjspina

This book was written for my grandson when he was three years old. His photo is on the back cover. He has a stuffed monkey that he always carried around with him and slept with too. He is not almost … Continue reading →

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