Story Empire is growing! Today we have the pleasure of introducing our ninth and newest member, so we’re once again rolling out the red carpet.

Hey, SE Readers. Joan with you. Jan Sikes is an award-winning author of biographical fiction, poetry, short stories, and paranormal romance. She’s also a music lover (a woman after my own heart), and a great supporter of other writers.
Jan, I am over the moon excited that you’ve joined Story Empire and look forward to you sharing your expertise with our readers. Welcome aboard!
Mae here, to add my giddily-jazzed, enthusiastic welcome to Jan Sikes! Snoopy dancing, high fives, and a red carpet shindig all rolled into one!
Not only is Jan a wonderful friend, and a talented author, she’s also a lovely person whose passion for writing is only matched by her passion for music. I couldn’t be happier that she’s become part of the Story Empire team. I raise a champagne toast to Jan and all that she brings to SE. Welcome aboard!
Hi everyone! Harmony here, doing my happy dance.
I’m so thrilled to welcome Jan to the SE team! Jan is a great writer and wonderful friend and always supportive of others. I’m certain she’ll make a great addition to Story Empire!
Welcome aboard, Jan!🤸♀️🤸♀️🤸♀️🍾😁

Ciao, amici! It’s Staci. I’m adding my two-cents and a giant and joyful “welcome” to Jan.
I “met” her a few years ago and was immediately impressed with her dedication to not just her craft, but to all other authors. I was struck with her passion for what this community is all about. So it was an easy decision when we were looking to expand and wondered who to invite.
I know she’s going to be a fabulous addition to our team, and I hope you’ll join us in welcoming her to our little corner of the web. Glad to have you here, Jan! Saluti!

Hello readers, Gwen here to add my congratulations and welcome to Jan. It’s definitely party time!
When Jan walked through the Story Empire doors, she brought an armful of joy with her and immediately began spreading it everywhere. I can’t wait to read her posts and cheer her on. I know she will be a great team member and add tremendously to the collective effort.
YAY for all of us! 💗

Hi gang, Craig here. I’m so excited to welcome Jan aboard at Story Empire.
I’ve known her for a long time, and she’s a great author. Her blog is worthwhile, too. I really enjoyed the stories about her husband on the road with his band.

Hi, Denise here, and I’m super excited to welcome Jan Sikes to SE!
She’s a talented, hard-working author who is always the first to offer a helping hand. I’ve had the privilege of getting to know her over the last few years and being able to call her a friend. I’ve been inspired by not only Jan’s enthusiasm for writing and music but her spiritual quest that shines through her words.
I’m happy to have you here, Jan 🙂

Hi SEers, John here. I would like to join my fellow members of Story Empire in giving Jan a big welcome to the group. Jan and I go back some years, and I know her as a talented writer who will deliver some fascinating content that you are sure to enjoy. Jan has varied experiences in life, which will serve her well in developing posts that will be memorable and entertaining.
So, welcome, Jan. I am glad that you will be participating with us and look forward to reading your outstanding contributions.
Please join us in welcoming Jan to the Story Empire family. Her first post will be tomorrow, and I know you won’t want to miss it.
Welcome, Jan! I look forward to reading the posts you contribute to Story Empire.
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What a fantastic team of writers. So great to see Jan here. Hugs to all ❤
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Thanks, Debbie! We’re happy to have Jan with us.
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Congrats, Jan! Look forward to reading your posts!
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A wonderful new addition to the Empire! Congrats to Jan, and what a hearty welcome. 🙂
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Congrats and best wishes, Jan! Look forward to hearing from you on SE!
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Thank you, Bette!
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Welcome, welcome Jan! I’m super excited you’re part of Story Empire and can’t wait to read your posts. ❤️
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Thank you SO much, Gwen. It’s an honor to be here and I look forward to sharing!
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I’m still on my blogging break, but when I saw this email in my Inbox, I had to stop by to add my hearty congratulations to Story Empire on adding your latest member. Jan, I hope you enjoy your time with the group as much as I did mine, and I KNOW we’ll all be enjoying your posts! You’ll be a wonderful addition to the gang, and I’m looking forward to getting to know you better in the weeks ahead! 🙂 ❤
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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment, Marcia. I know I am going to enjoy this amazing group and I will love sharing!
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This palce just keeps getting better – welcome aboard, Jan. I look forward to reading your insights and learning from your experience.
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Awww, thank you, Dan, for those kind and welcoming words! I look forward to sharing!
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You will add a lot to the mix, Jan. So glad you are here. 😁
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Thank you, John! I’m thrilled to be here!
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So excited to have you here, Jan. I know you’ll be a fan favorite.
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Thank you, for the vote of confidence, Craig! Much appreciated!
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I’m SO excited to see Jan added to this team of phenomenal authors! I love Jan’s stories and her blogs. She is going to fit right in with you all. 🙂
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Thank you, Yvette. It is an honor to be included with this group of amazingly supportive and positive authors!
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Reblogged this on Author Don Massenzio and commented:
A new member joins the wonderful group of authors over at the Story Empire Blog. Meet Jan Sikes from this post on the Story Empire.
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Oh, thank you SO much, Don, not only for the kind words but for the reblog!!
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You’re welcome.
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So glad to make you “official” today, Jan. (Though you felt that way to me from the beginning.) Welcome!
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Thank you, Staci! Yet, it felt that way from the beginning for me too. I am honored and thrilled to be here!
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Welcome aboard, Jan! We’re so happy to have you here!
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Thank you, Joan! I am so happy to be here with this wonderfully positive and supportive group of authors!
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It’s a wonderful day for Story Empire! Welcome, Jan. We couldn’t be more delighted to have you join the group!
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Thank you, Mae! It’s a pleasure and an honor!
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Huge welcome, Jan! I’ll try to stop my happy dance long enough to send hugs and best wishes 🙂
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Lol, Harmony. It’s an honor to be here. I am doing the happy dance along with you!
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Great to see Jan here! Congratulations!
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Thanks, Jill 🙂
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Thank you, Jill! It’s a true pleasure to be here with this amazing and supportive group of authors!
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A warm welcome to the blog, Jan.
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I’m super excited to have you join us, Jan! I look forward to your post tomorrow:)
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Thank you, Denise. I am happy to be here!
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Thanks, Alex 🙂
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Thank you, Alex! I’m thrilled to be here!
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One more lovely author to add to the brilliant thoughts on writing.
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Awesome. Thanks, Judith 🙂
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Oh, thank you, Judith! Now to live up to that word, “brilliant.” 🙂 I appreciate you!
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Jan, I’m sure that will be no trouble at all. x
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Nice to see Jan here. I had a feeling she would be joining Story Empire.
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Thanks, Robbie 🙂
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Lol, Robbie. Thanks for the kind words. It’s a joy to be here!
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Welcome, Jan! 🙂
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Thanks, Felicia 🙂
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Thank you, Felicia! I appreciate the warm welcome!
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Love your empire. LOL.
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We aim to please, lol. Thanks, Haoyando 🙂
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I love it too, haoyando, and am thrilled to join this amazing group of authors!
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