P&P: Behind the Scenes – Darcy Reflects on Elizabeth

Darcy is at Pemberley getting ready to depart for London and then Rosings. Will he ever be able to put Elizabeth out of his mind and heart? Spring, 1812, a few weeks before Darcy sets out for Rosings Darcy looked out at the grounds from the window of his room at Pemberley. The countryside, which …

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If you give a gal a photo…she must launch a store!

Maria Grace

 It has been such an eventful month I hardly know where to begin! So many fresh and new things happening! A dear friend, who just happens to be a fantastic profession photographer (check out his work here) made me look really good in some new author photos. I love the new photos and I’m even …

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Release of Answered Prayers – A P&P Short Story by Mary Simonsen

Darcy and Elizabeth – Answered Prayers – Although four months have passed since Elizabeth Bennet’s rejection of his marriage proposal, Fitzwilliam Darcy has yet to come to grips with the idea of a future devoid of Elizabeth’s love and companionship. Riding through the rain to reach Pemberley, Darcy arrives at his home with his mood …

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Jane Austen Fan Culture-Guest post from Gaby Malcolm

It’s a great time to be a fan of Jane Austen, isn’t it? Austen sits in the centre of a huge, picturesque lake with ripples moving outwards for film and television, romantic fiction, historical novels, and biography. By the time they reach the shores the ripples have formed YouTube adaptations and modernizations of her novels, …

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Mr. Collins Arrives at Longbourn by Mary Simonsen

            Mr. Collins was punctual to his time, and was received with great politeness by the whole family. Mr. Bennet indeed said little; but the ladies were ready enough to talk, and Mr. Collins seemed neither in need of encouragement, nor inclined to be silent himself. – Pride and Prejudice …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes – Mr. Bennet at the Netherfield Ball

“The prospect of the Netherfield ball was extremely agreeable to every female of the family. Mrs. Bennet chose to consider it as given in compliment to her eldest daughter, and was particularly flattered by receiving the invitation from Mr. Bingley himself, instead of a ceremonious card. Jane pictured to herself a happy evening in the …

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Book Launch – Ruin and Renewal: Volume Three of Crescent City

Launch Party for RUIN AND RENEWAL: Volume Three of CRESCENT CITY by Jack Caldwell It’s strange to call this event a launch party. The word party is connected so closely with celebration. This book commemorates a day that should not be celebrated, but instead be indelibly engraved into the American memory, much like December 7, 1941 …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes: A Party at the Philips

The Philips host a party. Some find the company more agreeable than others. November 20, 1811 “Thank you so much for inviting us.” Lady Lucas kissed Mrs. Phillips’ cheeks. Charlotte turned away. It was always uncomfortable watching Mama express more warmth than she actually felt. “It is always a pleasure to host your distinguished husband …

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Know your Phaeton from your Curricle, Part 2: Guest Post by Hazel Mills

Continuing Hazel’s wonderful discussion of transport in Jane Austen’s day. Find part 1 HERE. I was delighted to be invited to offer Austen Variations part of my talk on Travel in Jane Austen’s time. My research came about through my own curiosity of the modes of transport Jane Austen gave her characters in the novels. …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes – Caroline Detects Danger of Elizabeth

  November 15, 1811 With Jane ill upstairs at Netherfield, Elizabeth is forced to spend long hours in the company of Mr. Bingley’s sisters and his unsociable friend. While Caroline entertains at the pianoforte, Mr. Darcy is drawn to Elizabeth’s side – noticing her intriguing mixture of sweetness and archness of manner. And Caroline has …

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