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”
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Quote of the Day – December 16, 2022
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.
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”
Jane Austen, Dramatized Recording Now Online
If you want something to do to close out this saddest day for beloved Janeites, let me put a little pep in your step. If you could not attend the last week’s event, Jane Austen, Dramatized, I have good news! The talk is now available to watch online! Click on the Zoom link below, register andContinue reading “Jane Austen, Dramatized Recording Now Online”
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!”
Happy Birthday Pride & Prejudice! Recent Retellings & Inspirations to Help You Celebrate
Happy birthday to Pride & Prejudice! On this day, 209 years ago, Jane Austen gifted Pride and Prejudice to the world. Readers, including myself, have enjoyed it for many generations. It’s a memorable story; the witty humor and engaging writing inspired retellings, continuations, and so much more. So what better way than to celebrate this great dayContinue reading “Happy Birthday Pride & Prejudice! Recent Retellings & Inspirations to Help You Celebrate”
Quote of the Day – December 16, 2021
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16 Books to Read on Austen’s Birthday
Today is Jane Austen’s birthday! And there is no better way to celebrate the great novelist by reading great books about her. So curl up in your favorite reading chair and raise a cup of tea to our favorite author and see why over these past 200 years, her legacy endures on:
cup of tea with that book, please 