Category Archives: Gateskin Chronicles

Gateskin Chronicles Book 1 – The Legend of the Taken Ones is now in Audible!

Posted on July 24, 2025 by jjspina

I just completed my first audiobook in the Gateskin Chronicles – Book 1 – The Legend of the Taken Ones. It was a challenge because of all the strange names I created in this series. I finally managed to receive … Continue reading →

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Still editing WIP – Gateskin Chronicles Book 4!

Posted on July 21, 2025 by jjspina

So sorry I haven’t written to update you on my latest WIP. I have been engrossed in the editing process which takes all my time. I have also been to the doctor a few more times for my eye issues. … Continue reading →

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WIP is in its second editing stage!

Posted on June 28, 2025 by jjspina

I am working on my second editing of my WIP. Life has gotten in the way of working on it daily but I will do my best to finish it as soon as I can and pass it onto my … Continue reading →

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WIP Gateskin Chronicles Book 4 is finished!

Posted on June 20, 2025 by jjspina

I recently finished writing the fourth book in my fantasy series, Gateskin Chronicles. Now I begin the editing process. I always find this more difficult than writing the book because now I must cut or change many parts of this … Continue reading →

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Audiobooks coming for Gateskin Chronicles soon!

Posted on May 2, 2025 by jjspina

Once I complete book 4 of Gateskin Chronicles I will work on creating audiobooks for the four books. With the length of these books it may take me a little time to complete these. There will be two more books … Continue reading →

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WIP is moving along!

Posted on April 29, 2025 by jjspina

My WIP, Gateskin Chronicles Book 4 is coming along at a decent rate. I put in a few more chapters recently and plan to do a few more today after I complete this post. If you haven’t read any of … Continue reading →

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Strange weather everywhere & WIP is coming along!

Posted on April 5, 2025 by jjspina

While watching the news I have seen some weird weather, tornadoes, severe storms with heavy rains causing landslides and flooding. Recently we had some heavy rain with thunder and lightning that flashed across the windows and woke me up. It’s … Continue reading →

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Busy working on a new book in my fantasy series!

Posted on February 21, 2025 by jjspina

I am readying my latest children’s book for publication. I will be sharing the cover soon. I plan to publish it on March 1, 2025. Watch for this new book from Jems Books. In between publishing this children’s book, I … Continue reading →

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Nearing my goal of 50 books!

Posted on January 28, 2025 by jjspina

I made a goal of 50 books before I stop writing or are unable to write. At currently 47 books with two WIP, I am nearing my goal of 50 books. At the time I made this goal, I didn’t … Continue reading →

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My Interview with Mom’s Choice Awards!

Posted on January 8, 2025 by jjspina

I was honored to be interviewed by Mom’s Choice Awards about my fantasy series, Gateskin Chronicles Books 1-3. It was a pleasure to answer their questions and be a part of the MCA family. I hope you enjoy this interview. … Continue reading →

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