As we wait for the Twelve Days of Christmas to begin here at Austen Variations, I have another missing scene for you. But this is not from Pride and Prejudice, but from Darcy’s Voyage. (And no, it’s not even a Christmas story.) I recently discovered this little piece when I found an old thumb drive and …
P&P: Behind the Scenes – Darcy and Bingley Talk About a Return to Netherfield
Darcy was successful in arranging the marriage of Lydia and Wickham. Now he must determine whether he wants to try again with Elizabeth. How does Darcy suggest to Bingley that they return to Netherfield? September 20, 1812 Darcy climbed the steps to the small town home Bingley had leased in London. He was grateful his …
Book Launch: The Darcys’ First Christmas
I love the Christmas season, and what better way to share that than with a new story? The Darcys’ First Christmas Elizabeth anxiously anticipates her new duties as mistress of Pemberley. Darcy is confident of her success, but she cannot bring herself to share his optimism. Unexpected guests unsettle all her plans and offer her …
To Annoy or Not to Annoy, That is the Question…
Having a week short on inspiration, I was delighted to find said inspiration in a post from Jack Caldwell first published in 2011. While we were all discussing who truly qualifies as a villain versus an annoyance or a buffoon, I started thinking about who would qualify in my mind as the most annoying Austen …
P&P: Behind the Scenes – The Wedding Day
“Happy for all her maternal feelings was the day on which Mrs. Bennet got rid of her two most deserving daughters.” Elizabeth glanced at Darcy from the corner of her eye. She could still not believe that they were married, even though they had been man and wife for several hours. When they …
When a Lady is to be a Novelist
I love making connections with other fans of Jane Austen. And even though I’ve been with this lovely group of authors from the beginning, many of you may not yet know me or have heard about how I ended up here. First of all, I must tell you that I was as surprised as anyone …
P&P: Behind the Scenes – Stir it Up Sunday
The Sunday before the Netherfield Ball was Stir it up Sunday, the day Christmas puddings were traditionally made. Mr. Collins makes it a bit interesting this year. November 24, 1811 Papa paced along his favorite track in the parlor, back and forth in front of the fireplace whilst …
With Thanks to Jane Austen…and to You!
Since Thanksgiving in the States is just one week away, I’ve been thinking a lot about “Gratitude” this month…as do many of us during this time of year. The past few weeks have brought several changes to our family — some bittersweet (my husband’s father recently passed away, which was sad for us, although he’d had a …
The Lady’s Maid
Most Regency authors have, at the very least, referenced or mentioned a lady’s maid in a story, even if we haven’t made her a confidant or important servant in our heroine’s life. She is often a useful character, who can be used to impart information about the household gossip, mend gowns in a trice, and …
P&P: Behind the Scenes – Lady Catherine Calls on Darcy
Lady Catherine gives Darcy hope when she calls on him in London after her visit to Longbourn. October 10, 1812 Darcy was not accustomed to having to make excuses. He had manufactured enough business to keep him in London for over a sennight, but now he had to make a decision: either return to Netherfield as …
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