Tag Archives: Writer

Do You Ever Experience Writer’s Block?

Posted on June 24, 2019 by jjspina

As a writer, have you ever experienced writer’s block? I haven’t yet, thank goodness. But if I ever do I would do these things right away. Take a long walk outside in good weather or on my treadmill or elliptical … Continue reading →

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Where Does Inspiration Come from?

Posted on May 13, 2019 by jjspina

I wonder sometimes where inspiration comes from. I never know when or where my muse is going to inspire me. Plans can be made sometimes to write but they don’t always work out. When I write a book I begin … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Kathryn E. Jones!

Posted on July 31, 2018 by jjspina

INTERVIEW WITH AUTHOR KATHRYN E. JONES! Kathryn E. Jones Please help me welcome Kathryn E. Jones to Jemsbooks Blog Segment, Interview an Author. It’s lovely to meet you, Kathryn. The floor is now yours. 1. Tells us something about yourself. … Continue reading →

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Happy Father’s Day!

Posted on June 18, 2016 by jjspina

  Happy Father’s Day! Father’s Day is drawing near. It is time to shout three cheers. Say it loud, say it clear! English- Happy Father’s Day Portugese – Dia de pais feliz Spanish – día de padres feliz  Italian – … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Francis H. Powell!

Posted on August 4, 2015 by jjspina

Francis H. Powell Please help me welcome author Francis H. Powell to Jemsbooks Blog Segment Interview an Author. Hi Francis! It’s nice to have you here today. Let’s get started on your interview so my readers and I can get … Continue reading →

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Interview with Author Chris Tucker!

Posted on January 5, 2015 by jjspina

  Welcome to my blog segment, Interview an Author – today I have the sincere pleasure to introduce a talented author and blogger, Chris Tucker. Thank you, Chris for visiting today. First off, I just wanted to say Thank You … Continue reading →

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Congrats Giveaway Winners – More Books Available to Purchase!

Posted on December 19, 2014 by jjspina

I want to extend a congratulations to the winners of my recent Goodreads Giveaway of Hunting Mariah which ended on December 16, 2014. There were three winners in all – two from the USA and one from Canada.  I just … Continue reading →

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Two New 5-Star Reviews for Hunting Mariah!

Posted on December 9, 2014 by jjspina

A special “thank you” to two readers of my novel, Hunting Mariah, for the wonderful reviews! There is still time to sign up for a chance to win one of 3 signed copies of my novel on Goodreads – Giveaway … Continue reading →

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Vacation in Aruba!

Posted on October 27, 2014 by jjspina

  Hi everyone! Posting from the beautiful island of Aruba! Vacationing in beautiful Aruba – wish you could all be here – oh, maybe not, would be too crowded! Lol! These are the views from my balcony! It is so … Continue reading →

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Anniversary Book Blast for Author Amber Skye Forbes!

Posted on October 22, 2014 by jjspina

I have been asked by the author’s publicist to post this blog about her. All materials below have been provided by the author and publicist. Please help celebrate the anniversary book blast of author Amber Skye Forbes’ popular book, When Stars … Continue reading →

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