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A new review of The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5!

Posted on April 20, 2026 by jjspina

It’s always a thrill to receive a review of one of my books. Here is another one. Thank you, Trish, for this lovely review. Book review by Trish 5 stars More trouble for the Wizard King This next book in … Continue reading →

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Gateskin Chronicles series – Book trailers!

Posted on April 15, 2026 by jjspina

If you haven’t read any of the Gateskin Chronicles Series yet, here are some book trailers to whet your appetite for fantasy and adventures. LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN WITH BOOK 1 and CONTINUE THROUGHOUT THE SERIES WITH BOOK 5. Watch … Continue reading →

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Smorgasbord Book Promotions 2026 – Share an Excerpt – Boost one of your books – #Fantasy #Myths – The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles …

Posted on April 9, 2026 by jjspina

In this series for 2026, you are invited to share an excerpt of 400 to 500 words from any book you have written you would like to give a boost to. I … Smorgasbord Book Promotions 2026 – Share an … Continue reading →

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The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5 is now here in Kindle format!

Posted on April 1, 2026 by jjspina

I am happy to announce that my newest book in the Gateskin Chronicles Series is now here in Kindle format, The Powers of King Gateskin: Gateskin Chronicles Book 5! Cover by John Spina. Grab your copy and get into the … Continue reading →

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Dive into the Gateskin Chronicles: Fantasy Awaits You! – New Book coming!

Posted on March 22, 2026 by jjspina

Do you love fantasy? Have you read any of Gateskin Chronicles series? Maybe it’s time for you to get onboard and LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN! Begin with book 1 and continue through book 4. Book 5 is coming your way … Continue reading →

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Kindle Countdown Deal begins 1/30/26 – The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles Book 1!

Posted on January 30, 2026 by jjspina

I am excited to offer a Kindle Countdown Deal on the first book in the series of The Legend of the Taken Ones: Gateskin Chronicles! This deal begins JANUARY 30, 2026 AND ENDS FEBRUARY 4, 2026! If you haven’t read … Continue reading →

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Back to WIP and staying warm!

Posted on January 27, 2026 by jjspina

I am so relieved that I survived clearing out the generator. Now I can get back to my WIP which has been nagging me to return. All my characters are itching to share their stories. They are giving me a … Continue reading →

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My WIP – Gateskin Chronicles Book 5!

Posted on January 19, 2026 by jjspina

I have been working on my latest book – Gateskin Chronicles Book 5, nearly every day this week. I only have over 100 pages and nine chapters completed. There are a lot of things happening and the characters have me … Continue reading →

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A Review of Gateskin Chronicles Book 1: The Legend of the Taken Ones!

Posted on September 26, 2025 by jjspina

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 →

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Next WIP – Gateskin Chronicles Book 5!

Posted on September 12, 2025 by jjspina

I am getting ready to publish my present WIP, a short story collection. Watch for it soon! The next WIP is already in progress. I have completed the first chapter and will get back to it soon. Since this series … Continue reading →

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