Tag Archives: Jane Austen Fans

“What Is It About Jane?” Program Now Online

Missed the Jane Austen birthday celebration that occurred a couple of weeks ago? Don’t worry! The recoding is now available to watch online. It was a such a wonderful conversation to take part and always a pleasure to talk about Jane Austen, something I can do all day! So if you are looking to furtherContinue reading ““What Is It About Jane?” Program Now Online”

Exciting Program To Celebrate Austen’s Birthday!

Are you looking for something to celebrate the great novelist, Jane Austen’s birthday? Then you don’t want this upcoming event! Join me and illustrious panel of great Janeites as we come together to celebrate Austen’s 247th birthday and talk what is it about this popular novelist that has immense popularity continuing into the 21st century.

Give These A Chance!: Other Books That Should Be Adapted To Film and TV

I love seeing adaptations of my favorite classic novels (when they are good). Don’t get me wrong, I love seeing Jane Austen continue to thrive in popular culture, even in the 21st century. But as much as I love Austen, I do recognize that are just as wonderful and captivating books that deserve the sameContinue reading “Give These A Chance!: Other Books That Should Be Adapted To Film and TV”

Follow Your Heart: 10 “Persuasion” Charming Retellings That Won’t Disappoint

Yes, I watched the recent Persuasion adaptation, and sorry, it was not a 10 for me. I am all for remixing classics for modern audiences. For classics to remain timeless, they must evolve and be relatable to modern society. However, that is what this adaptation failed to do. It worked too hard on making Persuasion relatable toContinue reading “Follow Your Heart: 10 “Persuasion” Charming Retellings That Won’t Disappoint”

Exciting Upcoming Conversation Perfect For Janeites!

Calling Jane Austen Fans! There is an exciting collaboration and conversation that will meet your palette and entertain you at the same time. Join me as I will be in conversation for a talk titled Jane Austen Dramatized, where I will discussing Jane Austen’s place in the theatrical canon and the many, varied representations ofContinue reading “Exciting Upcoming Conversation Perfect For Janeites!”