Billy’s Cascade is a story that is near and dear to my heart. Mostly because it tells of the real-life relationship I had with my grandfather and how he influenced my life. Though it was fictionalized since I didn’t want the true story of my real-life out there, this is a story that I loved writing.

Soon, it will be, what would have been, my grandfather’s 100th Birthday. To celebrate his birthday, I will be doing a special Kindle Countdown Deal for Billy’s Cascade and will reduce the price to $0.99 from June 9th until June 14, 2017.  

In addition, I am pleased to say that we are going forward with the audiobook of Billy’s Cascade starring voice-actress Kelly Brajevich. However, this is not the first time that Kelly and myself have worked together. Aside from being great friends for many years, we were both involved with J&P Productions producing AMV’s when she used the handle FullMetalCan and I was J.Alana. To add to her many talents, she has now branched out as an author in her own right with her upcoming comic book series D.S. al Fine which I KNOW will be a huge success! Please support her, it just looks amazing.

Billy’s Cascade was a project I had thought long and hard about for a long time now and I was never sure who could voice this role – until now. I am so pleased to be working with Kelly on this project and I know she will make it a great success! In my earnest opinion, besides being a native Long Islander, like myself, she has the exact flavor and tempo to tell this story and I am super happy to be bringing this project to Audible.

To hear my grandfather’s mp3 The Night is Young click here to listen on Soundcloud 

Keep on the lookout for more updates as they arrive and thank you for all of your support!

Have a great week!

J

 

I was so excited to receive the following review from Bad-Ass Blogettes!  It’s great to see Potholes get this much attention.

Check out the full review here on GoodReads and then click “follow” to follow me on Goodreads! 

 

Have a great weekend!

Since the days I was old enough to hold a pen in my hand and draw, I’ve dreamt of one major thing all of my life: I’ve wanted to see my written work translated to the silver screen (or smaller screen.) When I was a kid making up screenplays and recording them onto cassette tape with my friends, I’ve always known I wanted to produce movies and write books.  And although I’ve had some curveballs thrown at me to take me off of the path of my intended dream – I never stopped focusing on that goal.

I’ve always said if not for J&P Productions there would never have been J.Alana Giresi or J&P Media.  And if it wasn’t for the fanfiction that I wrote nearly ten years ago and later produced as a fan-media production, there would have never been The Turn of the Dime, followed by Billy’s Cascade and now Potholes.  Though I’ve always been a producer and entrepreneur in some capacity, I’ve never taken on the original production and brought that to the commercial film industry.

Until now…

I can confirm to you that Potholes is being translated into a screenplay and will be submitted for review to a well-known film studio. It is my hope that the majority of the film will be shot on Long Island.

While there are details that we cannot divulge at this time, we will let you know what they are as each step comes into view.  Potholes was so much fun to write and I’m hoping that the film adaptation will also be just as fun to watch.  As always, I personally thank you for your support.

Edition 2 was just released this past week and is already off to a great start.  To get your copy, please click this link here   I am also pleased to announce that Edition 2 was edited and revised by the fantastic Lorelei Logsdon the author of Comorbid: A Psychological Thriller

In the meantime, check out the trailer to get a partial idea of what the film project may look like.  The trailer was directed and edited by the fantastic Roy Mauritsen.   The voice of Jill Singleton is played by the talented Kristen Nelson who will also be narrating the audiobook version of Potholes which is currently in production through J&P Media.

Hope that you enjoy the trailer and please feel free to leave a comment, subscribe to my home page, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter channels.

Thanks, and as I leave I say….

….See Ya On the Next Vid!

Peace

Best,

J.Alana

Okay, for quite a while now I’ve been pretty secretive over what my plans are for 2017, and now – I can finally announce them.   I’m pretty excited about this news because it marks the first time I have produced any type of media project in ten years.

The first project I’d like to announce is Potholes: The AudioBook. Narrating the audiobook is a great voice actress who I’m very happy to be working with for the first time. I’ve loved her work in the anime His & Her’s Circumstances, Boogiepop Phantom, and the web series Dr. Shroud.  She, like me, have been long involved in the ICON Science Fiction Convention on Long Island.  So I’m pleased to announce that Kristen Nelson will be narrating Potholes: The Audiobook. 

I am also announcing a second audiobook that currently is in production, and I am very pleased to be working with this individual as well.  When it came down to the choice for this audiobook, I had two in mind, and I am overjoyed with the selection for the audiobook for The Turn of the Dime.  Neils Olesen will be cast as the narrator for The Turn of the Dime.   Neils also produces a fantastic podcast each week called “Nine Minutes to Midnight.”

Both projects are scheduled to be concluded in the Fall of 2017.  Lastly, there is another project near and dear to my heart which may be revived by 2018.  We will keep you up to date on that one.  It is our hope that this last project is revised, but there are many factors which will determine that.  I do have to say that I was quite inspired by RobotUnderdog. I will give you more information as it comes out.

Edition 2.0 of Potholes will be launched on scheduled May 2, 2017. Once again I was so happy to have it edited by the wonderful and very talented Lorelei Logsdon, who wrote the fantastic novel, Comorbid: A Psychological Thriller.    In addition, if you purchased the kindle version of Potholes, you will be eligible to get Edition 2.0 as a free update.

Finally, I just wanted to take a minute to wish you and your family a very Happy Holiday Weekend. Happy Easter and Happy Passover.  Thank you for your support and I’ll speak to you soon.

Best Regards,

J.Alana

 

Hello, Everyone!  I know it’s been a while since I posted here but I figured that today was just as good a day as any to discuss what’s been going on.

As most of you know we are in production for Potholes: The Audiobook starring the very talented Kristen Nelson, but what you don’t know is that we are also in production for The Turn of the Dime: The Audiobook.   The actor chosen to bring the lives of Tyler, Stuart and Gordon Giordano to life is one I’ve worked with for quite a long time.

At this time, I’m not able to reveal his name to you, but he’s been a very well-known colleague and friend of mine, so I’m very excited about this opportunity.   Both audiobooks are in production, and I’m pleased to say that I’m acting as both director and producer on both projects.

Also, I’m putting my sound editing chops back to work as I work with my great sound engineer on the finished product.  You can get both audiobooks through Audible. We’re hoping for a May/June release for both. Yes, another Book Party is on the way! Stay tuned – we’ll be happy to give you information as it’s released.

Thanks again for all of your support, your reviews and your purchases. It’s wonderful to get feedback, and I’m so happy to see this little page grow day by day.  Remember to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & Google + for updates as they’re released.

Talk to you soon!

-Jen

 

What a great weekend! Even though the snowfall on Long Island was over nine inches, it was not enough to cancel out Potholes Book Launch Party which was a success! We had a nice turn-out and sold quite a few books. I’m very happy to have made quite a few friends on Saturday.

I need to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to Blackbird’s Grille in Sayville for allowing us to conduct the event. Since so many of you wanted to come but couldn’t due to the weather, now we’re announcing a second event scheduled for the spring. This will be to announce the Launch of Potholes the Audiobook which I am pleased to announce is being voiced by the very talented Kristen Nelson, also a Long Island native.

Kristen has voiced many animes including His & His Circumstances, BoogiePop Phantom and Dr. Sprout. I am honored and pleased that she will be the voicing the audiobook for Potholes.

We’re slated to begin production soon, and we will keep you posted with updates and pictures as we work on the project.

For me, this is an excellent opportunity to get back in the director’s chair. I haven’t been in that chair for nearly ten years, not since we started work on Three Brothers (aka The Turn of the Dime) in 2008.  Now to do another project for so long, and have it launched through J&P Productions as an original work is very exciting.

Log onto our Facebook page for photos and videos from the party. I also have to tell you that those Pothole Cocktails were way too good!  We’ll definitely be having them at the next party. Thanks to all of you for supporting the books. I am euphoric to have received your reviews and comments. I truly appreciate all that you have done.

I’d also to thank the Team behind J.Alana Giresi which makes it run so well.  First of all, a big shout-out and heartfelt thank you to my editor-in-chief and Bestie Kristen Leyboldt-Ferris. She has been such a major part of the Potholes book, and for that reason, my gratitude and appreciation are not enough to express how I feel. I am so glad that you are here for this ride. I couldn’t have done this without you. Also, Kristen is also a registered NY Life Insurance Agent, and she represents my company and me too.

The second person I must thank is the very talented and amazing Roy Mauristen. Roy was busy “serving it up” at a Polar Bear Volleyball Tournament, but we know he was there in spirit. The Potholes Trailer was directed & edited by Roy, and he’ll be happy to know that such comments as “amazing” and “stupendous” were uttered during the party in reference to his trailer.  Roy is also the artist who of course did the cover for the book Potholes, and I am so glad to be served by his talent. Thank you, Roy, for all that you do.

Lastly, I have to give all my love and thanks to my wonderful and supportive husband Marty. He has been very patient and loving from the beginning to now, and I can’t ask for a more supportive and wonderful husband to be on this journey called life with.  Thank you, Honey. I love you.

Thanks once again to all of you for your support. I’ll give you more updates as time goes on. Enjoy Potholes and check out my other two books Billy’s Cascade & The Turn of the Dime. All three can be downloaded for free with Kindle Unlimited.

 

Hi, Everybody.  I have great news to share with you. I have just made the Potholes paperback available for sale on Amazon.com.  If you are coming to the Book Launch Party on January 7, 2016, from 2 pm to 5 pm – we will have plenty of discounted copies of Potholes on hand.

We will also have limited copies of Billy’s Cascade & The Turn of the Dime.  I can’t wait to see you all on January 7, 2016, at Blackbird’s Grille in Sayville, NY.   Also, Blackbird’s has created a special menu for $28.00/per person which entitles you to beer/wine, appetizers and a signature cocktail called The Pothole for the duration. You may purchase the bracelet online or at the event.

If you can’t come to the event, you can order Potholes here and order either the paperback or pre-order the Kindle version.  If you purchase the paperback book from Amazon, you will be able to get the Kindle version for only $1.99, or if you have Kindle Unlimited, you can read it for free.

If you’d like an autographed copy shipped to you, you will be able to order it until January 3, 2017, plus costs of shipping.  After January 3, autographed copies will not be available for sale except at the Book Launch Party and subsequent live events.

In closing, Happy New Year!  I hope that you all have a Happy & Safe New Year and I’ll see you at the party!  Pictures will follow, and we’ll even be live that day too!

Wow! Thanks to all of you for your great feedback on the Potholes book trailer. Remember, if you liked it, it’s great that you message me.  Don’t forget to click onto the like button and hit subscribe on my YouTube channel. If you feel inclined, leave a comment. I’d appreciate your feedback.  

I have to hand it to Roy Mauritsen. Didn’t he do a fantastic job on that trailer?  I think so too. Not to mention, Kristen Nelson is just terrific in that voice-over. It was so great to work on a video project with both of them. It’s been close to ten years since I worked on any type of production so to be back in this environment is just great for me. I’m quite elated to be in the producer’s chair. Speaking of productions, there’s quite a few special events that we plan to announce in 2017 and I’m really happy to share this with you soon.

If you haven’t seen the trailer, then catch up with it here and please feel free to share the link with your friends. You can  pre-order Potholes for both Kindle and paperback editions by clicking on Buy The Books at the top of the menu. 

Keep up on the latest news by signing up for my email list so I can stay in touch with you and share all of the latest news and information. 

I’m very happy to announce recently I received another review for Billy’s Cascade. Thank you, Sarah. I’m so happy that you enjoyed the book and I thank you for being one of my readers. You’re the best! 

Stay tuned for more news that’s coming! It’s soon to be announced. Remember to sign up for the email list so you can get the news as it comes out and thanks again for your support.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all of you and your families. 

Peace 

Jen 

Hi, Everyone.  We’re getting closer to the big day!  I’m very excited.  Potholes is a very different book for me.  I’ve always wanted to do a novel that highlights my “warped” sense of humor and Potholes was the perfect device for this. More so, I’m just in love with the story.  Keep in mind, you can still register for the Potholes Book Launch Party on January 7, and you can pre-order the book for Kindle and the Print Version here.

I can’t wait until Potholes comes out.  This book is quite unique to me, and I can’t wait to share this with you.  Also, keep in mind that both of my current books The Turn of the Dime and Billy’s Cascade are free with Kindle Unlimited.  In addition to Potholes, I will have copies of The Turn of the Dime & Billy’s Cascade on hand too.

It’s going to be a great time.  Thank you so much to Blackbird’s Grille for allowing me to sponsor the event, and thanks for your support and your help.

I am amazed at how fast my platform has grown this year, and how quickly we continue to grow. Your support has made me grow, and I am honored that you’re sharing in this journey with me.

I hope to see some of you at the party, and if you can’t make it but want you own copy of Potholes and have it signed then click this link here.  We will also go LIVE on Facebook that day too so I can’t wait to share this with you.

In closing, I want to wish you all A Very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.  Special Thanks to my Pre-Read Team. All of you have been fantastic, and I thank you so much for volunteering your time to pre-read this story.

I would also like to say that two authors whom I have immense respect for Patrick Thomas & Annabelle Costa also served to be on my Pre-Read Team and I thank both of you for your time and great feedback.

Lastly, I would especially like to thank my best friend and editor Kristen, and my great cover designer and good friend Roy Mauritsen – and especially my hubby Marty for putting up with my idiosyncrasies during this process. Thank you, Honey.

Until next year, all my best.

Take care

Jen

Hi, Everyone.  Well, today is December 1 and to kick off the Holiday Season – I’ve decided that for 24 hours that the Kindle version of Billy’s Cascade will be free to download.  The reason why I’m doing this is because I’ve just received the fourth review for Billy’s Cascade and I’m very happy about it.

You can download Billy’s Cascade here.   

Keep in mind if you want to come to my Author Book Launch Party for Potholes on January 7, 2017 – you can register for a ticket and book here.

Thanks for all of your support and all of your help.   I’m really happy to see that I’ve received another review for Billy’s Cascade and I wait until Potholes comes out.  You can register for Potholes here.  Just to let you know, Potholes will be free with Kindle Unlimited once it is released.

Thanks and have a great day today. Remember Kindle Unlimited is one of the best ways to get access to thousands of books. Try it today.