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A Review of Gateskin Chronicles Book 1: The Legend of the Taken Ones!
Read Mike’s 5-star review of The Legend of the Taken Ones by Janice Spina https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/7937683536 I was thrilled to receive this wonderful review of Book 1 of my fantasy series. Thank you, Mike! MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS – GOLD MEDALBOOK EXCELLENCE … Continue reading
A Lovely New Review of Gateskin Chronicles Book 4: Return of the Dragons!
It is always a thrill to receive a new review. Thank you, reviewer, for this wonderful review! Janice Spina continues her Gateskin Chronicles series with another imaginative and creative story that entertains the reader every step, leaving them eagerly waiting … Continue reading
Gateskin Chronicles Book 4: Return of the Dragons is now in Kindle ebook and Paperback!
I am excited to announce that Return of the Dragons: Gateskin Chronicles Book 4 is now in Kindle ebook format and paperback on Amazon. The cover was designed by my husband, John. Thank you, honey! Here is the link to … Continue reading
Gateskin Chronicles Book 1 – The Legend of the Taken Ones is now in Audible!
I just completed my first audiobook in the Gateskin Chronicles – Book 1 – The Legend of the Taken Ones. It was a challenge because of all the strange names I created in this series. I finally managed to receive … Continue reading
Still editing WIP – Gateskin Chronicles Book 4!
So sorry I haven’t written to update you on my latest WIP. I have been engrossed in the editing process which takes all my time. I have also been to the doctor a few more times for my eye issues. … Continue reading
WIP is moving along!
My WIP, Gateskin Chronicles Book 4 is coming along at a decent rate. I put in a few more chapters recently and plan to do a few more today after I complete this post. If you haven’t read any of … Continue reading
Book trailers for Gateskin Chronicles Books 1-3!
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
JemsBooks make perfect gifts for Young Adults this Christmas!
Here are some books for Young Adults on your Christmas list. Books make the perfect gift for everyone on your list. If you would like an autographed book from JemsBooks, please contact me by email at jjspina@comcast.net as soon as … Continue reading
Search for the Medallion: Gateskin Chronicles Book 3 Trailer!
Here is a book trailer I just created on Animoto.com for my latest book in the fantasy series of Gateskin Chronicles. Book cover design by John Spina. I hope you like it and that it piques your interest in this … Continue reading
New review of Gateskin Chronicles 4: Search for the Medallion!
I was thrilled to receive another review of my latest book: Search for the Medallion: Gateskin Chronicles! Thank you, reader Trish, for your lovely review. It is appreciated! Here is the review by Trish: The adventures continue for King Gateskin … Continue reading
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