Category Archives: reading for all ages

Fall is officially here!

Posted on September 26, 2026 by jjspina

This is the time to snuggle under an afghan and grab a cup of coffee, tea or cocoa and a good book! I have plenty of afghans and good books to cozy up and read. Do you? I don’t know … Continue reading →

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What inspires this author to write? A Dedication to Teachers Everywhere!

Posted on July 23, 2026 by jjspina

I featured this post back in 2022 and thought it was important to share it again. I have been asked on occasion what inspires me to write? Besides the fact that I love writing, it would be that I want … Continue reading →

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The Lifelong Joy of Reading: A Personal Journey

Posted on February 16, 2026 by jjspina

I have always been a good reader (per my first grade teacher). Once I learned how to read I couldn’t stop. The world opened up to me in a surprising way! I knew that I would never been able to … Continue reading →

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An old interview with AllAuthor.com!

Posted on September 14, 2025 by jjspina

I recently came across this interview I had several years ago with AllAuthor.com. They are such a wonderful promotional site to work with and so helpful. They make promoting fun to do and not just a chore. Here is my … Continue reading →

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2024 is flying by – almost time for new goals for 2025!

Posted on October 17, 2024 by jjspina

I can’t believe how fast this year – 2024 has flown by! The older I get, time seems to move faster. Do you feel that way? It felt like just yesterday when I made my goals for 2024. I have … Continue reading →

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Take time to read and relax! Life is too short!

Posted on September 23, 2024 by jjspina

Do you ever take time to read and relax? I do in between everything else. I always find times to read in the morning, afternoon and evening. I always have a book in hand on my Kindle or my iPad. … Continue reading →

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Branyrd the Angel is coming in Book 4!

Posted on August 10, 2024 by jjspina

Watch for the newest book in the Branyrd the Angel Series coming in September (fingers crossed)! Branyrd will have another tough mission to tackle along her trusty Guardian Angel, Benedicto. Benedicto adds a little muscle and some comic relief in … Continue reading →

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Keep Watch for more books coming from Jemsbooks!

Posted on June 24, 2024 by jjspina

Even though I say that I am taking a break between books I never really stop reading, reviewing other authors’ books to learn, grow and increase my own writing strengths. We never stop learning as long as we keep reading. … Continue reading →

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Help me Celebrate – over 2K Posts – Free Ebooks!

Posted on February 19, 2024 by jjspina

I just realized that I have over 2K posts since 2012. Thank you for your kind support and for keeping me blogging and happy doing it. I can still remember the first post I wrote. It was tentative and I … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day – Sweethearts’ Day – A Day for Chocolate for Everyone!

Posted on February 12, 2024 by jjspina

You don’t have to have a sweetheart to buy chocolates, flowers and books, etc. I like to treat myself to some dark chocolate on this day. Who am I kidding? I eat dark chocolate every day! I am addicted to … Continue reading →

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