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Wishes: A Short Story Collection Kindle Edition

by J.E. Spina (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
5.0 out of 5 stars (4)
This is an eclectic short story collection of six stories.

Sometimes the things we wish for in life are not always what they seem. We have good times and bad but try to make the best of it all. There are occasions when we make wishes without thinking.
 


Like the saying goes, 'Be careful what you wish for.' While other times, things work out for the better, much to our surprise.

This collection will make you think about the next time you make a wish.
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  1. Print length
    93 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Accessibility
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  4. Publication date
    September 18, 2025
  5. File size
    1.0 MB
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This is an eclectic short story collection of six stories.
 
Sometimes the things we wish for in life are not always what they seem. We have good times and bad but try to make the best of it all. There are occasions when we make wishes without thinking.
Like the saying goes, 'Be careful what you wish for.' While other times, things work out for the better, much to our surprise.

This collection will make you think about the next time you make a wish.

I awarded 5 Stars to Janice (J.E.) Spina for 'Wishes'. I loved this short story collection. This book will cause you to be more mindful when making a wish. Each short story gave me the opportunity to reflect on life, friendships, relationships, the world around us and the supernatural. Let me share my impressions:
 
THE HOMESTEAD: After 30 + years, Calvin and Amelia had earned the right to retire. They longed to leave the big city and find a peaceful place to live out their lives in safety on a land they could call their own. They didn't expect this!

A TEEN'S LIFE: Marcus was on a downward spiral. His life, his school, and saw no hope for his future. Everything would change when he met Zeus. A wish can be granted in the strangest of ways.

THE MAGICAL PEBBLE: Shiloh was the oldest at sixteen. Her twin brothers were ten and her sister was eight. Circumstances had forced Shiloh to become the sole bread winner of the family. One day, while walking to work, a pebble got lodged in a hole in one of her worn-out shoes. Sometimes hardship can spring with unexpected blessings.

ONE MORE CHANCE: Gregory had been in the Army and served in Afghanistan. Homeless, dirty, and bedraggled, he secretly wondered if someone would give him one more chance. Sometimes things happen in life that can't be explained but they give you the chance to begin again.

THE ROAD TO NOWHERE: Newlyweds, Roman and Meara left their unexpected, broken-down car and started walking. The more they walked, the more things changed. This is what they had always wished for - an adventure before beginning a life together. They promised to be together always no matter what happened. They never expected this!

ONE MISTAKE: Hope had to put her big news on the back burner as she and her mother spent the rest of the afternoon preparing for her sister Esme's surprise birthday party. Esme was staying at her best friend's house until her mother called and told her to come home. An unexpected call changed the course of their day. Sometimes we make one mistake in life that can change everything!

This is Janice (J.E.) Spina's 50th book. She has published two mystery series of six books each, one for boys and the other for girls which is enjoyed by both boys and girls, and a fantasy series for young adults. She has published twenty-three stories for young children. I encourage you to purchase Janice Spina's books for Young Adults (18 and Up), teens and children of all ages.
 
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This is the 50th book I have published which is a milestone for me. Many years ago my goal was to publish 50 books! Now that I have reached this previous goal, I am giving myself another goal of 55. I hope to reach this goal in the next few years.
 
This short story collection is the second collection I have written of eclectic stories. I wrote about some of the issues in today's world and offer a solution in a creative way using fantasy. This book is for 18+ since it does cover some subjects that I hint at like parental abuse, suicide and homelessness.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FRNMQX5Z
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ J.E. Spina
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 18, 2025
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.0 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 93 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Best Sellers Rank: #3,593,695 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 out of 5 stars (4)

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JE Spina has been writing since she was a young child. She has published nine novels and two short story collections. Her novels, Hunting Mariah and Mariah’s Revenge, have been finalists in Authorsdb First Lines Contest. She has won many awards and five-star reviews for her novels. They are unputdownable thrillers and multi-genre stories.

JE Spina looks forward to writing more entertaining novels in the years to come.

She also writes under Janice Spina and has published twenty-three children’s books and 12 MG/PT/YA books, and five YA books in a fantasy series.

She lives in New Hampshire with her husband, John, who is her illustrator and cover creator. Her logo and motto are Reading Gives You Wings to Fly! Jemsbooks for all Ages! Soar with Jemsbooks all year through!

Her goal is to encourage all ages to read for their health and wellbeing so that they may become readers and thinkers of tomorrow.

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5 out of 5 stars
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  • Gigi Sedlmayer, Book Excellence Award Finalist winning author of the Talon series
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent short stories
    Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2026
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    A selection of fantastic short stories, about the saying: "Be careful of what you wish for".
    It's so true and these stories showed me here again, particular the last story spoke to me, and I was so happy of the ending. All of the endings were inspiring and will lift your spirit and make you think about your own life and your life with God. Janice Spina knows how to get into your own spirit. Well done, Janice. love the stories. I am happy that I picked it up.
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  • Jjspina
    5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiring and beautiful collection!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2025
    Format: Paperback
    An interesting collection of short stories that will keep the reader engaged and inspired. Each story will lift your spirits and make you think about the next time you make a wish and if the outcome is what you expected.

    You will want to read these stories again and again because they will warm your heart.
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  • Michele Rolfe
    5.0 out of 5 stars HMM I Wonder...
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2025
    Format: Kindle
    These Wishes stories really make you go, "What just happened?" After reading these stories you will really be careful what you wish for. Janice really knows how to get in your head & make you think about what you wish for.
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  • S E J
    5.0 out of 5 stars Short Stories
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2025
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    A selection of short stories based mostly around second chances, miracles and acts of God. I enjoyed One More Chance the most. This is not a long book, so can be enjoyed individually over a cup of tea or in one sitting. My only negative is that the stories all seemed to come to an abrupt end.
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