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Imagination – do you have it? Do your children?

Posted on February 9, 2025 by jjspina

What is imagination? If you look this word up in the dictionary it says: IMAGINATION: the faculty of imaging, or of forming mental images or concepts of what is not actually present to the senses. The action or process of … Continue reading →

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New Book Trailer for Branyrd the Angel Book 4: Mission of Hope!

Posted on January 31, 2025 by jjspina

I recently created this book trailer with Animoto.com. This is the place to go to create a book trailer. I have created several with them now and am happy with the results. I upgraded to the Professional level which offers … 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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Working on a new book trailer for Branyrd the Angel Book 4!

Posted on January 27, 2025 by jjspina

I hadn’t created a book trailer since my last fantasy book and forgot how difficult it could be. Sigh! It is not easy to find photos about things or feelings that would look good in this trailer. I wanted to … Continue reading →

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Unputdownable thriller/suspense/crime fiction novel – Mariah’s Revenge!

Posted on January 22, 2025 by jjspina

This post is to highlight the sequel to Hunting Mariah. Mariah’s Revenge was written four years later. It picks up where the first book ended with a bang. I was relieved when I finished both books for the disturbing dreams … Continue reading →

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Romance/mystery/paranormal – How Far is Heaven!

Posted on January 18, 2025 by jjspina

Are you ready for a different novel? Do you like romance/mystery/paranormal novels? Then I’m sure you will enjoy How Far is Heaven! Warning: you may need a box of tissues at the ready to handle copious tears that may threaten … Continue reading →

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Are you ready for a unputdownable novel – Hunting Mariah?

Posted on January 16, 2025 by jjspina

Let the snow come down while you curl up with a good book, a hot cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate, and your favorite snacks. We got a surprise snowfall yesterday but that doesn’t deter me from grabbing a … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Darlene Foster!

Posted on January 14, 2025 by jjspina

It is always a sincere pleasure to welcome a fellow author to Interview an Author on Jemsbooks.blog. Today, please help me welcome talented author, Darlene Foster. Thank you, Darlene, for stopping by today to share a little bit about yourself and your … Continue reading →

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Book trailers for Gateskin Chronicles Books 1-3!

Posted on January 13, 2025 by jjspina

Soon I will be working on Book 4 of the Gateskin Chronicles Series. Here are the other book trailers to wet our appetite for this fantasy adventure series that has been recommended by Mom’s Choice Awards and awarded three Gold … Continue reading →

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Fun Adventures in Books for middle-graders and preteens!

Posted on January 12, 2025 by jjspina

I wrote six books in two different series for boys and girls. One series about twin brothers, Davey & Derek Junior Detectives and another series with girl cousins, Abby and Holly. Both series are enjoyed by boys and girls and … Continue reading →

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