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Mom’s Choice Awards Gold Medal for Gateskin Chronicles Book 5: THE POWERS OF KING GATESKIN!

Posted on June 2, 2026 by jjspina

I was thrilled and honored to receive a GOLD MEDAL from MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS for THE POWERS OF KING GATESKIN: GATESKIN CHRONICLES BOOK 5! Thank you so much, @momschoiceawards! PERSONALIZED ENDORSEMENT FROM MCA CEO “We are happy to award deserving … 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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Be careful what you wish for?

Posted on April 30, 2026 by jjspina

We all make wishes at one time or another in our lives and we also have heard the saying, ‘Be careful what you wish for.’ I created this short story collection with wishes in mind. Each story deals with people … Continue reading →

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WIP – Gateskin Chronicles Book 6 is in the works!

Posted on April 26, 2026 by jjspina

I have been working on Book 6 of my epic fantasy series, Gateskin Chronicles. This will be the last book in the series unless my characters have more to share with me. I hope in a way that they don’t … Continue reading →

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The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5 is now here in Kindle format!

Posted on April 1, 2026 by jjspina

I am happy to announce that my newest book in the Gateskin Chronicles Series is now here in Kindle format, The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5! Cover by John Spina. Grab your copy and get into the … Continue reading →

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Reading is fun and educational! Books available for purchase!

Posted on March 23, 2026 by jjspina

I recently saw this mural on a wall when I attended a show at the Palace Theater in Manchester, NH. I had to snap a few photos of it to share with you. It reminded the importance of reading to … Continue reading →

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KINDLE COUNTDOWN DEAL ALMOST OVER FOR – GATESKIN CHRONICLES BOOK 1: THE LEGEND OF THE TAKEN ONES!

Posted on February 4, 2026 by jjspina

One day left to grab your copy of THE LEGEND OF THE TAKEN ONES: GATESKIN CHRONICLES BOOK 1. LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN! Kindle – $1.99 until 2/4/26! HURRY, HURRY, HURRY PICK UP YOUR COPY TODAY!!! MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS – GOLD … Continue reading →

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Do your children like to Make Believe?

Posted on January 11, 2026 by jjspina

I wrote this series especially for children who love to make believe. Make Believe: Bedtime Stories for Children Books 1-4 will delight children with the entertaining stories and colorful illustration on each page. These are chapter books for children ages … Continue reading →

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Are you looking for something that is inspiring?

Posted on January 4, 2026 by jjspina

If you are looking for something to read that will inspire you and lift your spirits, look no further than JemsBooks inspirational series – Branyrd the Angel Books 1-4. This series will give you love, mercy and hope in your … Continue reading →

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My Goals for 2026!

Posted on December 28, 2025 by jjspina

Goals for 2026 from JemsBooks! Continue reading →

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