Tag Archives: Indie Publishing

Another New Children’s Book!

Posted on March 13, 2014 by jjspina

Announcing a new Children’s book, Lamby the Lonely Lamb. This book is dedicated to my four-year-old granddaughter, Leah.  She hasn’t even seen it yet.  Boy, will she be surprised! Lol!  Leah asked me to write a story about her Lamby.  There … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Kristy Feltenberger Gillespie

Posted on March 13, 2014 by jjspina

Please help me welcome talented author, Kristy Feltenberger Gillespie, to the segment, Interview an Author.  Thank you, Kristy, for stopping by to share your book with me and my readers. 1.     When did you know that you wanted to be … Continue reading →

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Giveaway on Goodreads! WINNERS CHOSEN!

Posted on March 12, 2014 by jjspina

Hi everyone!  I have posted a Giveaway on Goodreads:  5 books – my newest children’s book, Jerry the Crabby Crayfish.  Go to Goodreads and enter to win.  This Giveaway ends on Saturday, March 15, 2014.  Enter to win if you … Continue reading →

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The Shauny Award!

Posted on March 10, 2014 by jjspina

I recently received the Shauny Award from my friend, Mike Fedison.  He bestowed this blog award on all of his followers, too numerous to mention.  I am one of them.  Thank you for your kindness, Mike.  Check out Mike’s wonderful multiple … Continue reading →

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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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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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