Tag Archives: YA books

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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What books are you going to read in 2026?

Posted on December 29, 2025 by jjspina

JemsBooks has books for all ages and in multi-genres. There is something for all reading tastes and ages. Click on covers to the right to begin your adventures in reading by Janice Spina and J.E. Spina. Reading is so much … Continue reading →

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YA Books for Halloween!

Posted on October 21, 2025 by jjspina

Here are some YA books for your young adults to read. They won’t be going trick or treating, most likely. Give them something to read instead. I assure you that my books will keep them reading and wanting more books. … Continue reading →

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An old interview with AllAuthor.com!

Posted on September 14, 2025 by jjspina

I recently came across this interview I had several years ago with AllAuthor.com. They are such a wonderful promotional site to work with and so helpful. They make promoting fun to do and not just a chore. Here is my … Continue reading →

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A new WIP is coming your way from JemsBooks!

Posted on August 24, 2025 by jjspina

I can’t seem to stop myself from writing! I thought I was going to take a break between the next book but, alas, that did not happen. I sat at my computer intending to blog a bit and answer emails … Continue reading →

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A Lovely New Review of Gateskin Chronicles Book 4: Return of the Dragons!

Posted on August 12, 2025 by jjspina

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 →

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All Gateskin Chronicles are now in Audiobook formats!

Posted on August 6, 2025 by jjspina

I am happy to announce that all my fantasy books in the Gateskin Chronicles Series are now in Audiobook formats! It took a few hours to accomplish with all pronunciation corrections of the unusual character names and places for the … Continue reading →

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A new book review for Gateskin Chronicles: Return of the Dragons Book 4!

Posted on August 4, 2025 by jjspina

I was thrilled to receive this new review of my lastest book in the fantasy series, Return of the Dragons: Gateskin Chronicles Book 4! Thank you, Trish! Book review by Trish 5 stars  More trouble for the Wizard King This … Continue reading →

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What’s next at JemsBooks?

Posted on August 3, 2025 by jjspina

It always feels strange to finish a book along with all that it takes to get it out there. I suddenly feel lost without a WIP. Of course, I already began book 5 of this fantasy series because of that. … Continue reading →

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