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Is There Life Before and After Writing?

Posted on May 8, 2019 by jjspina

This is an old post from 2016 that I wanted to share again. I still feel this way about writing and can’t live without it even for one day. How do you feel about writing? Growing up I was always … Continue reading →

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Clarence Henry the Hermit Crab is climbing on Amazon!

Posted on July 22, 2018 by jjspina

CLARENCE HENRY  THE HERMIT CRAB IS CLIMBING ON AMAZON! Every so often I check my stats on Amazon. Today Clarence Henry is moving up. I hope he keeps going up! He is presently at #39 in Kindle Books. Amazon Best … Continue reading →

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Is There Life Before and After Writing?

Posted on October 25, 2017 by jjspina

Growing up I was always shy, quiet and stayed to myself. My mother never had to entertain me or worry about me being bored. I had plenty to do and that was without any of the technology that we have … Continue reading →

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Goodreads Giveaway of Book 3 of Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series – The Case of the Magical Ivory Elephant!

Posted on March 13, 2017 by jjspina

Goodreads Giveaway ended 4/19/17! Congratulations to the three winners – two from USA and 1 from CANADA! Books will be going out soon. Thank you to all 901 Participants who took part in this giveaway! Stayed tuned for two more … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by Author, Robert K. Swisher, Jr.

Posted on September 28, 2016 by jjspina

I am pleased to have the talented author, Robert K. Swisher, Jr., here today to introduce his newest book, Vent. Robert has written several other books, some of which I have read and reviewed. He has a wonderful sense of … Continue reading →

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Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Book 3 is here!

Posted on August 9, 2016 by jjspina

I am excited to announce that Book 3 of my MG/PT series, Davey & Derek Junior Detectives, The Case of the Magical Ivory Elephant, is now available on Create Space and coming this week to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other … Continue reading →

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What Defines You as an Author?

Posted on April 29, 2016 by jjspina

What Defines You as an Author? There are many things that define an author. Voice – Each author has his/her own voice. Certain distinctive patterns in one’s writing can identify them, making them stand out from the rest. Some authors … Continue reading →

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Shrek, The Musical by Londonderry High School!

Posted on April 18, 2016 by jjspina

Shrek The Musical with my grandson, Daniel, as Shrek The talented students of Londonderry High School, Londonderry, New Hampshire, USA, recently put on this fantastic play at the Derry Opera House in Derry, New Hampshire. These students showed how incredibly … Continue reading →

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Interview of Author Annabelle Franklin

Posted on February 12, 2016 by jjspina

Annabelle Franklin Please help me welcome author Annabelle Franklin to Jemsbooks Interview an Author. Thank you, Annabelle for coming today. 1. Please tell us something about yourself. I’m lucky enough to live in an area of outstanding natural beauty that’s … Continue reading →

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Rafflecopter Begins 1/11/16 – 1/18/16!

Posted on January 4, 2016 by jjspina

RAFFLECOPTER HAS ENDED! Drum roll please! I chose two random winners for this giveaway. Congratulations to the winners! I decided to choose two. They are – BARBARA MOJICA BETTE A. STEVENS I have emailed both winners and will mail out … Continue reading →

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