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Hearty Winter Soup Recipe for Cold Days

Posted on February 6, 2026 by jjspina

My husband has been nagging me constantly about making some more soup during all this cold. I finally have all the ingredients after shopping recently and agreed that it is time to make SOUP! This is my mother’s recipe that … Continue reading →

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A Lovely New Review of Wishes!

Posted on February 3, 2026 by jjspina

It is always wonderful to see a new review of one of my books. Thank you, reviewer, for this kind review! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed my book! MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS SILVER MEDAL WINNER! This is an … Continue reading →

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Books Read and Reviewed in January 2026!

Posted on February 2, 2026 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 January of 2026. Here are the 10 books I read and reviewed for January. … Continue reading →

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Children love Make Believe!

Posted on February 1, 2026 by jjspina

As a child make believe is fun and helps children become more creative. If you have a child who loves to make believe, then this series is perfect for him/her. MOM’S CHOICE AWARD WINNER – SILVER MEDAL! This is a … Continue reading →

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An Angel Among Us – an unforgettable short story collection!

Posted on January 31, 2026 by jjspina

This is the review this book received from Readers’ Favorite Book Awards. I was thrilled to see this review! Thank you, Readers’ Favorite Book Awards! https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/an-angel-among-us I enjoyed creating this collection and hope to write another soon. https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Among-Us-Short-Collection/dp/B0F4NQH1KS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=1DL6DZ2CWRPBG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.sHVPMCC5XCuk8Qss80RKEkFcwyW17HUJpaelXwqPl1I.xhuHK9yehdONu5JSs9i-C9bCZ-Y7USuGO51rP8Oa9CQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=an+angel+among+us+je+spina&qid=1769613674&sprefix=an+angel+among+us+je+spina%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 This book … Continue reading →

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Kindle Countdown Deal begins 1/30/26 – The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles Book 1!

Posted on January 30, 2026 by jjspina

I am excited to offer a Kindle Countdown Deal on the first book in the series of The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles! This deal begins JANUARY 30, 2026 AND ENDS FEBRUARY 4, 2026! If you haven’t read … Continue reading →

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Need a sweet and emotional read?

Posted on January 29, 2026 by jjspina

JemsBooks has plenty of sweet reads for you. Please check them out these books today. If you love short stories with an inspirational theme, this is the book for you! This short story collection above is a touching and emotional … Continue reading →

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More snow and another storm coming over the weekend!

Posted on January 28, 2026 by jjspina

It’s been a long time since we received so much snow! We already had about two feet of snow and just receive several more inches. Another snowstorm is expected this coming weekend. Yikes! I may have to go out and … Continue reading →

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Back to WIP and staying warm!

Posted on January 27, 2026 by jjspina

I am so relieved that I survived clearing out the generator. Now I can get back to my WIP which has been nagging me to return. All my characters are itching to share their stories. They are giving me a … Continue reading →

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A monster of a storm!

Posted on January 26, 2026 by jjspina

A huge snowstorm hit most of the country from Texas up to Maine. New Hampshire got at least two feet of snow and it will keep snowing until later Monday and maybe into Tuesday. I didn’t mind it while I … Continue reading →

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