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JEMSBOOKS is official!

Posted on June 3, 2026 by jjspina

I received notification that my trademark is official as a business in New Hampshire! JEMSBOOKS IS OFFICIAL! JEMSBOOKS is in the business of books for all ages, in multi genres and with important life lessons for children and MG/PT/YA. You … Continue reading →

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A new review of The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5!

Posted on April 20, 2026 by jjspina

It’s always a thrill to receive a review of one of my books. Here is another one. Thank you, Trish, for this lovely review. Book review by Trish 5 stars More trouble for the Wizard King This next book in … Continue reading →

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Smorgasbord Book Promotions 2026 – Share an Excerpt – Boost one of your books – #Fantasy #Myths – The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles …

Posted on April 9, 2026 by jjspina

In this series for 2026, you are invited to share an excerpt of 400 to 500 words from any book you have written you would like to give a boost to. I … Smorgasbord Book Promotions 2026 – Share an … Continue reading →

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Meet Branyrd: The Misunderstood Angel eBook Giveaway

Posted on April 5, 2026 by jjspina

I joined a great group of authors – Authors Supporters Authors – moderated by a lovely person – Eleanor Wagner. Each week we have a Meet the Author with a different author introducing themselves and their work. It is a … Continue reading →

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A wonderful review of In a Second from Readers’ Favorite Book Awards!

Posted on February 28, 2026 by jjspina

https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/in-a-second l was thrilled to see this review on Readers’ Favorite Book Awards! It is always a wonderful feeling to read that a reader enjoyed my book! It encourages me to want to write some more. This book began with … Continue reading →

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How to Create Inspiring Stories: Tips from an Author

Posted on February 22, 2026 by jjspina

I have been asked this question many times – How do you create stories? Well, I usually answer quickly this way – To create stories, I use some of my own experiences, dreams I have, things I read or hear … 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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Would You Believe that Valentine’s Day is only a week away? Books make perfect gifts for this day!

Posted on February 8, 2026 by jjspina

I can’t believe how fast the days are going. I have been so busy on my WIP that I forgot that Valentine’s Day is fast approaching! It’s that time of year where you lovely ladies are hoping for that special … 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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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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