Tag Archives: Children’s stories

What Motivates and Inspires me.

Posted on March 6, 2014 by jjspina

What kinds of things motivate and inspire writers today? I, for one, love the spring and fall and the lovely weather that each season brings.  I love watching the birds feeding, such as the beautiful humming bird above and below.  They motivate … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Kandy Kay Scaramuzzo and Pie

Posted on March 3, 2014 by jjspina

  Please welcome Kandy Kay Scaramuzzo,  the very talented and inspiring author of the award-winning book, Pie, An Old Brown Horse, and famous Pie himself. I recently finished reading this wonderful book and posted my review below. Pie is a … Continue reading →

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Attention Parents!

Posted on March 3, 2014 by jjspina

Attention Parents: What genre do you read yourself?  I write for all ages – children, YA, and grownups, too! I would like to know what your favorite book is.  What have you read over and over again? I have written … Continue reading →

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What a Wonderful Feeling!

Posted on March 1, 2014 by jjspina

Recently I received a letter from my dear Aunt Pat in California.  We keep in touch from time to time about the family.  It is always a joy to hear from her.  We have never met in person, believe it or not, … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Mary Ann Vitale

Posted on March 1, 2014 by jjspina

I am pleased today to be interviewing the very talented author of the award winning book, The Water Lily Fairy.  I recently read and reviewed her lovely book on Amazon.  Here is my review. A lovely story for parents to … Continue reading →

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Jerry the Crabby Crayfish – New Book!

Posted on February 19, 2014 by jjspina

I am very excited to introduce my newest book.  Please help me welcome Jerry the Crabby Crayfish to my Jemsbooks’ collection.  Just click on the cover above for a link to purchase Jerry. Jerry was a real live crayfish that … Continue reading →

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New Children’s Book!

Posted on February 10, 2014 by jjspina

My new children’s book, Jerry the Crabby Crayfish, is now available on CreateSpace and soon on Amazon and Barnes & Noble and other sites. https://www.createspace.com/4648709 Check it out and see beautiful blue Jerry.  Jerry was a real crayfish that was a pet … Continue reading →

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Brief PiA – February 2014 Updates

Posted on February 7, 2014 by jjspina

Brief PiA – February 2014 Updates. Please go to PiA for updates and a new post.  Your support and friendship is appreciated by both Paul G. Day, founder of PiA and myself, co-founder. This site is for all Indie Authors … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Jodi Desautels

Posted on February 2, 2014 by jjspina

  Welcome to the Interview an Author segment of my blog.  Today I have the multi-talented  author of children’s books, Jodi Desautels. Hi.  Thank you for having me, Janice.  Hello everyone! 1.  When did you first realize you wanted to … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Deanie H. Dunne

Posted on February 1, 2014 by jjspina

It is the greatest pleasure to have here today my dear friend, Deanie H. Dunne, who is a very talented author of children’s books.  Deanie has stopped by before and visited with me and my readers.  1.     Tell us what … Continue reading →

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