Category Archives: epic fantasy

A new book review for Gateskin Chronicles: Return of the Dragons Book 4!

Posted on August 4, 2025 by jjspina

I was thrilled to receive this new review of my lastest book in the fantasy series, Return of the Dragons: Gateskin Chronicles Book 4! Thank you, Trish! Book review by Trish 5 stars  More trouble for the Wizard King This … Continue reading →

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Books for YA – Fantasy series – Gateskin Chronicles!

Posted on September 25, 2024 by jjspina

Instead of candy, please think about gifting books to your Young Adults for all occasions. Books are perfect for birthdays, celebrations or just for yourself. This series was epic and intense to write with its myriad characters, animals and unusual … Continue reading →

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Search for the Medallion: Gateskin Chronicles Book 3 Trailer!

Posted on May 29, 2024 by jjspina

Here is a book trailer I just created on Animoto.com for my latest book in the fantasy series of Gateskin Chronicles. Book cover design by John Spina. I hope you like it and that it piques your interest in this … Continue reading →

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Gateskin Chronicles Book 3 Search for the Medallion is now here in Kindle format! Paperback coming 5/15/24!

Posted on May 15, 2024 by jjspina

Begin with book 1 and LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN! For those of you who have already read books 1 & 2, here is book 3 for your enjoyment! I hope you love it as much as the other books. Watch … Continue reading →

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Looking for some Fantasy/Adventure Series for YA?

Posted on May 2, 2023 by jjspina

My fantasy/adventures series is not only for YA but for adults too and anyone 15+. Check out this fun series beginning with The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles Book 1, The Unknown Territory: Gateskin Chronicles Book 2. This … Continue reading →

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The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles Book 1 won a Book Excellence Award Finalist!

Posted on March 13, 2023 by jjspina

I am honored to receive this latest award from Book Excellence Awards! Thank you, Book Excellence! It’s always exciting to receive an award for one of my books! Book Excellence Awards Honoree – FINALIST The Legend of the Taken Ones … Continue reading →

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Watch for more books coming from Jemsbooks in 2023!

Posted on January 5, 2023 by jjspina

As I mentioned in a previous post, I have a couple of WIPs – a book in a paranormal/fantasy series and one in an epic fantasy series. The next book to watch for is Book 3 in the Gateskin Chronicles. … Continue reading →

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Looking for a new book for Middle- Graders/Preteens/Young Adults in 2023?

Posted on December 29, 2022 by jjspina

Jemsbooks have plenty of books to choose from for all ages. There is a fantasy series for Young Adults that will intrigue them – The Legend of the Taken Ones (Gateskin Chronicles Book 1) and The Unknown Territory (Gateskin Chronicles … Continue reading →

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KINDLE COUNTDOWN DEAL ENDS 12/17/22 – THE LEGEND OF THE TAKEN ONES (GATESKIN CHRONICLES BOOK 1)!

Posted on December 16, 2022 by jjspina

KINDLE COUNT ENDS 12/17/22 – $1.99 for The Legend of the Taken Ones (Gateskin Chronicles Book 1) LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN! Don’t let this deal pass you by! You will get lost in the story with plenty of action, mystery, … Continue reading →

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Kindle Countdown Deal – The Legend of the Taken Ones (Gateskin Chronicles Book 1) Begins 12/13/22 and Ends 12/17/22!

Posted on December 12, 2022 by jjspina

Christmas will soon be upon us. I’m offering some great Kindle Countdown Deals to help you with your choices for Christmas gifts. I hope at this time you picked up your copy of my first deal which ends 12/12/22 – … Continue reading →

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